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LONG LIVE LONG RIDES

Say hello to Howdy! The shorter travel sibling to Woodsy. Built with long rides in mind, the Howdy can get up over and down anywhere you can think to pedal it. Don’t be fooled by the modest 125mm of travel, this peppy trail bike can handle it all.

The Howdy boasts a durable aluminum frame that instils confidence on every ride. The robust bearings of the Orion suspension make for an incredibly smooth and laterally stiff ride.While the external cable routing ease of maintenance. A straight-forward metal bike at a good value

 

 

WHAT'S IN A NAME?

Named after the "Good Outdoor Manners Raccoon." of the mid-twentieth century US Forest Service campaign. Howdy was born deep in the woods of Pennsylvania in 1959, and burst on the scene as the US Forest Service’s companion to Smokey the Bear. This smiling, flannel clad raccoon encouraged the nation to not litter, be fire aware, but most importantly to practice good manners while using the forest.

 

FEATURE PACKED

29" wheels

Clearance up to a 2.6" tire

125mm frame travel, for 140mm fork

6061 T-6 Aluminum frame  

External Cable Routing, Keep it simple, keep it clean

Orion Suspension - Dave Weagle's hover bike tech

UDH Compatible


Choose your own Adventure: Design & Order your Howdy

HOWDY COMPLETE

Starting at $4,000 - Click to Configure

HOWDY FRAMESET

Starting at $2,000 - Click to Configure


Geometry

S1/SM S2/MD S3/LG S4/XL

Effective TT Length

559

589

619

650

Reach

427

454

481

508

Stack

601

617

637

656

HT Angle

64.8*

64.8*

64.8*

64.8*

HT Length

90

107

129

150

Effective ST Angle

77*

77*

77*

77*

Estimated Saddle Height for ESTA

565

656

745

831

ST Length

365

398

431

464

Max Seat Tube Insertion

265

298

331

364

Chainstay Length

435

435

435

435

Fork Offset

44

44

44

44

Fork Length

551

551

551

551

BB Drop

37

37

37

37

Wheelbase

1180

1214

1250

1287

Stem Length

50

50

50

50

Recommended Rider Height

5'3"-5'7"

5'6"-5'10"

5'9"-6'1"

6'0"-6'4"

*Full Suspension geometry based on 0% fork sag*

Frame Specs

Frame Material

6061-T6 Aluminum Front and Rear Triangle

Weight

X,XXX grams for Medium - Weight includes Frame Hardware, Axle and UDH, Seat Collar, and Cable Guides and Bolts

*No Shock*

Frame Includes

Rear Shock Option, Frame Hardware, Axle and UDH, Seat Collar, Cable Guides and Bolts

*All Frames and Complete Builds ship with the ORION BB Pivot Tool*

Headtube Diameter

44mm upper, 56mm lower

Rear Dropout Spacing

Boost 148mm

BB Type

Threaded 73mm BSA

Headset Lower Stack Height

Zero Stack

Tire Size

Designed around 29x2.5" Accomodates up to 29x2.6"

Seatpost

34.9 clamp, 31.6 post, internally routed

Thru Axle

Boost 148mm / 180mm / M12x1.0

Max Chainring

34t round / 32t oval / 52mm or 55mm Chainline

Brake Mount

Post Mount, 180mm rotor native

Howdy FAQ

  • Q - What size frame should I buy?

  • See the table below for a complete Esker Cycles model line-up size guide

  • NOTE: Many folks can fit more than a single frame size. If you find yourself at a height in which you can fit 2 different frame sizes, ask yourself what your riding style is like and where/how you intend to use the bike. A larger frame will feel more stable at high speeds, but not as maneuverable in tighter and more technical situations on the trail. Inversely, a smaller frame will be less stable at speeds, but allow you to pick up and place your wheels in technical sections of trail much easier.

Q - What wheel sizes can I use on the Howdy?

  • The Howdy was designed and optimized for 29" wheels front and rear.

Q - What's the maximum tire width that the Howdy will take?

  • The Howdy was designed and optimized for 29" wheels with 2.5” tires (up to a 2.6" width).

Q - What fork travel can I use on the Howdy?

  • The Howdy is designed around 140mm suspension forks (0% sag with an axle to crown height of 551mm unsagged). We test and approve forks that fit into those size dimensions +/- 10mm.

Q - What length dropper comes with a complete build?

  • SM = 150mm PNW Loam dropper that can be adjusted down to 125mm of travel

  • MD/LG = 170mm PNW Loam dropper that can be adjusted down to 145mm of travel

  • XL = 200mm PNW Loam dropper that can be adjusted down to 175mm of travel

    • For more information on the adjustability of the PNW Loam dropper, click HERE.

Q - How many water bottles will the Howdy carry?

  • SM/MD/LG/XL = 1 bottle in the front triangle, 1 bottle under the downtube.

Q - Do you do custom builds?

  • We do not. We offer a limited menu of upgrade options for all of our bikes, but we do not do custom builds.

  • If you'd like to have a custom Esker built up, please reach out to one of our Retail Partners and they'll work with you on getting you exactly what you want!

Q - What does your warranty look like?

  • Esker 1,000,000 Mile Warranty:  Yup, you read that right, we'll cover any defects in material, craftsmanship, or design up to 1,000,000 miles. If you hit 1,000,001 miles...you're on your own, and CONGRATULATIONS :)

    • Esker Cycles will repair or replace, at its option, any frame that it determines to be defective due to defects in the original materials and/or manufacturing. This limited warranty does not apply to wear and tear, prior claimed defects, or any failures or malfunctions that result from abuse, neglect, misuse, alteration, crash, collision, or any improper assembly or maintenance. This warranty is in effect for the life of the product, applies only to the original owner, and is non-transferable. By REGISTERING your bike with Esker Cycles as the original owner of the product, we guarantee service in regards to any and all warranty related issues. You will be required to present proof of purchase for any warranty claim. This warranty does not cover shipping or logistics to and from Esker Cycles.

  • No Fault Replacement

    • Esker Cycles will make replacement frames or parts available at a minimum charge in the event of a crash or other non-warranty situation for the life of the frame. Esker Cycles does this at its sole discretion. You will be responsible for all shipping costs to and from Esker Cycles.

  • Click HERE to Submit a Warranty Claim.

Q - Can I order one of your frames/bikes through a local bike shop?

  • Absolutely. That would be the best way to order one of our frames/bikes! Working with your local bike shop allows you to get great insight on which model is right for you, which size may work best for your intended use, and ensure that your bike gets built up and fit to your exact specifications. Jump on over to our Dealer Locator to see a full map of our retail partners and find the one closest to you.

Q - Can I demo a bike before I buy it?

  • We do our best to travel around throughout the year and often partner with regional mountain bike festivals or local retail partners to host demos. For the most up to date opportunities, check our Dealer Locator.  You can also see a full map of our retail partners - reach out to them if you're nearby and ask them what they may have available for you to demo locally.

Q - I want to buy a frame bag before my bike/frame arrives, can you provide the frame bag dimensions for the Howdy?

  • We don't recommend buying a frame bag until you have your frame/bike on hand. That is the absolute best way to ensure you get the right size and shape for your bike.

  • If you're looking to make a custom bag(s) for your Esker, we've partnered with some incredible custom frame bag makers that all have our frame dimensions and files on hand. Please reach out to one of the following frame bag makers to get the exact bags made for your bike that you want!

 


BUILT FOR THE BACKCOUNTRY
We here at Esker enjoy long rides into the wild spaces and are proud to say our bikes are truly Built for the Backcountry. That means they are designed and built on three values:


DURABILITY

We build our bicycles with the highest quality metal tubing for the utmost in durability.
Each tubeset provides a greater strength to weight ratio than other frames on the market and engineered specifically for its application. Every Esker frame is tested to our own internal standard far exceeding ISO 4210, for a true lifetime of constant use. Esker will get you into the backcountry as far as you want to go, but it will also get you back!

REFINED GEOMETRY

 

Specific geometry to suit the riders needs for each different model, we have designed and developed a quick and responsive ride quality for all Esker models. Our geometries are refined, stable, and comfortable to provide a bike that always feels right at home.

RIDE QUALITY

 

Not too flexy, not too stiff…but just right! We are riders, and design our bikes by riding them, constantly, to refine the perfect feel. We toil over every model to ensure the ride simply feels right and comfortable, like your favorite hoody