Maverick
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You can’t define the Maverick in just one line.
You’re not here to be whatever somebody else thinks you should be... and neither is the Maverick.
You’re here to get down. You’re here to go fast. Not fast for a girl. Just damn fast. So is the Maverick. Did someone say smile more? No problem. Tell ‘em to look closer as you set your quads on fire churning up the last brutal climb that makes the downhill taste that much sweeter. When you live for that magical space between pleasure and pain, the Maverick is the bike that won’t say no when you say yes.
With 145mm of supportive rear travel complimented by 150mm of front suspension and obstacle eating 29” wheels, this bike isn’t measured by what it can do. It’s measured by what’s left to do.
The lower link VPP suspension soaks up big bumps with a pedal-efficient design that’s easy to tune exactly how you want it. Whether you’re hauling down root waterfalls, biting into big ledges, or soaking up the chatter, the Maverick isn’t here to tell you how to ride -- she enables you to ride wherever you decide.
Want to change the geometry? The integrated flip chip means all you have to do is grab an Allen key and in under a minute you can slacken the headtube and drop the bottom bracket for an extra-planted feel no matter how steep the descent gets.
Every size frame fits a water bottle inside the front triangle. After all, some days are made for riding lean. Other days are made for dusk-to-dawn solo sojourns that require an extra bottle in addition to a rucksack.
It’s time to escape the shoulda’s and the coulda’s. Write your own rules and explore trails until you run out of water or daylight (whichever comes last). The Maverick is just the pen.
- Are cross-country tours on trails that wind deep into the horizon more your jam? Check out the Joplin.
- Do chunky rock gardens make you wonder how fast you can bomb through them? Explore the Roubion.
- New bike day? Register your Maverick or learn how to set up your bike.
Key Features:
| Available in: | Carbon C & Carbon CC |
| Wheel Size: | 29er |
| Front Travel: | 150mm |
| Rear Travel: | 145mm |
Geometry
| S | M | L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 428 | 453 | 473 |
| Stack | 601 | 610 | 619 |
| Lenkwinkel | 65.5° | 65.5° | 65.5° |
| Sitzrohrlänge | 380 | 405 | 430 |
| Front Center | 745 | 774 | 798 |
| Tretlagerhöhe | 344 | 344 | 344 |
| Tretlager-Absenkung | 29 | 29 | 29 |
| Radstand | 1178 | 1207 | 1231 |
| Hinterbau-Länge | 433 | 433 | 433 |
| Steuerrohrlänge | 90 | 100 | 110 |
| Oberrohrlänge | 566 | 594 | 618 |
| Sitzwinkel | 77.1° | 77.0° | 76.8° |
| Überstandshöhe | 704 | 718 | 717 |
Units
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Frame Sizing
If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.
Personal Preference
A larger size frame will be more stable, and will give you more room to move without upsetting the weight-balance of the bike. The larger size will put the front wheel further in front of you, which gives the feeling of security and conversely, it will require more significant body movements when you WANT to shift the weight-bias of the bike. Think hard about your riding style and how active/intuitive you want it to be vs stable and speedy. You'll need to work a bit harder to muscle the larger bike around.
Body Dimension
Not all bodies at a given height are the same. If you have longer legs and a shorter torso than the average person your height, that may push you towards the smaller of the recommended sizes. If you're all torso and arms, most likely you'll want to size up.
Units
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Maintenance Information
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Maverick Tech Support
| Suspension System | VPP |
| Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
| Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Seat Post | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
| Eye to Eye length | 210mm |
| Stroke | 55mm |
| Fork Compatibility | 150-170mm |
| BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Max Tire Size | 2.4" |
| Max Chainring Size | 36t |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Front | 20x8 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Rear | 30x8 |
Download the shock setup PDF for this bike and get even more detailed sag, high/low rebound, and high/low compression recommendations for shocks below and get recommendations for the fork in each build.
Fox Float Performance
| Rider Weight | Air Pressure | Shock Sag |
|---|---|---|
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 95 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 120 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 145 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 170 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 195 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 220 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 245 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 270 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 260lbs (117.9kg) | 295 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
| Rider Weight | Air Pressure | Shock Sag |
|---|---|---|
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 95 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 115 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 140 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 160 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 180 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 205 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 225 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 245 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
| 260lbs (117.9kg) | 270 psi | 16-17.5 mm |
Can I install a Chris King bottom bracket on my bike?
No, there's a chance that the bike's rear triangle will contact the outer section of the bottom bracket. If this happens, damage to the rear triangle may occur.
Can I put 27.5" wheels on my Maverick?
The Maverick is compatible with 27x 2.8" tires in addition to our typical 29x2.4 spec. If you go this route, you'll most likely want the Hi BB setting and a 160mm fork, to keep the BB height in the right range.
Can I fit a chainguide to my bike?
Yes, this bike is equipped with ISCG-05 tabs for easy chainguide mounting. Most chainguides on the market that are made for this standard should work.
How is the shock tuned for lighter riders?
The custom shock tune of the RockShox Super Deluxe was developed based on two major factors: leverage rate curve of the Juliana Maverick and intended user of this bike. Here's the exact specs: DebonAir air spring,1 Token, Light check, Light rebound, L1 compression.
Should I ride in High or Low setting?
You should definitely try both, but we typically recommend starting in Low on the Maverick. If you find yourself hitting your pedals too much, give High a try.
The geometry chart shows two settings- how do I adjust that?
There's a "flip chip" on the link where the shock mounts. Just remove the lower shock bolt and flip the chips to the setting you desire.
What is the recommended fork?
Our geometry is based off of a 150mm fork with a 42 or 44mm offset. We wouldn't recommend less travel than that, as the BB will get a bit low. 160mm is fine if that's your preference.
What kind of headset does this bike use?
This bike uses integrated headset cups. The upper is 41mm and the lower is 52mm. The SHIS name is IS 41/28.6 IS 52/40.
What size tire will fit?
This varies greatly depending on tire make and model, but 29x2.4" is generally the max you'd want in there. Some 2.5" tires will be fine as well, but not all.
What are the main differences between the Juliana Maverick and Santa Cruz Hightower?
The Maverick is spec'd with a shock that is tuned for lighter riders, a Juliana women’s saddle, and Juliana grips. It is offered in 4 kits.
Why is there no XS size Maverick?
The longer the travel in a 29” platform, the harder it is to make one in the smaller sizes. Our size small fits a fairly wide range of riders. For reference, our product Manager is ~5’1” and she fits on a size small. To accomodate a wider range of riders, we added a size large into the size range for the Maverick.
If you know the difference between a wrench and a spanner then we have a host of simple-to-follow guides for the basic service jobs.
We design our bikes to last, to be easy to work on and we make sure to provide the parts and information so you can make your bike last for many lifetimes.
