Foot out or kneedown?
I’d be lying if I said the frame’s revised flex properties and tweaked geometry felt particularly noticeable, but there’s no denying the 2019 model feels slightly sharper than the previous incarnation. This is the ultimate road scalpel: a sublime mix of water boatman agility and assured stability that brings endless smiles and accommodates a range of riding styles. New WP suspension is perfectly at home soaking up rough road surfaces or laying rubber down on a kart track, and adds a more executive feel to the 690’s ride.