Pivot Switchblade Race XT

$7,399.00

Versatility—that’s the Switchblade’s calling card and the reason this bike immediately rocketed to the top of several cycling media best-of lists. As a long-travel 29er, the Switchblade is a next-level enduro bike that begs for fast, steep and technical trails. As a 27.5+ machine, the Switchblade combines spider-man traction with the shortest chainstays in the category for the ultimate all-terrain, all-conditions ride. One bike. Any trail.

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Product Pivot Switchblade Race XT 29 Bike
Model Year 2020
Riding Type Enduro / All-Mountain, Trail
Rider Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
XS (Low, High), S (Low, High), M (Low, High), L (Low, High), XL (Low, High) View Geometry
Wheel Size 29″
Frame Material Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details Hollow Core Carbon front and rear triangles with integrated rubber frame guards and full-length, internal cable routing with Pivot’s Cable Port System
Rear Travel 142mm
Rear Shock FOX Performance DPX2, 185x55mm
Fork FOX Performance 36, 44mm offset, GRIP, 29″
Fork Travel 160mm
Head Tube Diameter Tapered
Headset Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge
Internal and external lower cup option
Handlebar Phoenix Race Low Rise Aluminum
780mm (XS-L), 800mm (XL)
Stem Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail
35mm (XS), 45mm (S-XL)
Grips Phoenix Factory Lock-On
Brakes Shimano SLX M7120, 4-piston with Shimano SLX 6-bolt rotors, 203mm front / 180mm rear
Brake Levers Shimano SLX
Drivetrain 1x
Shifters Shimano SLX M7100 I-SPEC, 12-speed
Front Derailleur N/A
Rear Derailleur Shimano SLX M8100 SGS, 12-speed
ISCG Tabs ISCG-05
Chainguide None
Cranks Race Face Ride
Chainrings 32 tooth
Bottom Bracket Press fit
Pedals None included
Chain Shimano CN-M7100, 12-speed
Cassette Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51 tooth
Rims DT Swiss M1900, 30mm
Hubs DT Swiss 370
Spokes
Tires Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29″x2.5″ WT, TR, 3C, EXO, MaxxTerra
Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29″x2.4″ WT, TR, 3C, EXO, MaxxTerra
Saddle Phoenix WTB Race Hightail Trail (XS-S)
Phoenix WTB Race Vigo (M-XL)
Seatpost FOX Transfer
100mm (XS), 125mm (S), 150mm (M), 175mm (L-XL)
Seatpost Diameter 30.9mm
Seatpost Clamp Standard single bolt
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions 12mm x 157mm
Max. Tire Size 29″x2.6″ or 27.5″x2.8″
Bottle Cage Mounts Yes: inside front triangle, fits a large bottle on all sizes with all shock types
Colors Horizon Blue, Treeline Green
Warranty 10 years for carbon frame
1 year for frame paint, finish, and bearings
5 years for Pivot Cycles-branded Phoenix Components
Weight N/A
Miscellaneous dw-link suspension design
Vertical shock position
Size-specific design and ride tune
Fits riders between 152cm and 200+cm (5′ and 6’7″+)
Compatible with both 29″, 27.5+ and 27.5″ rear and 29″ front (reverse mullet) wheel sizes
Bottom bracket height adjustable geometry via a flip-chip in the upper linkage mount
FOX Live Valve integration built into frame
Low durometer ultra-quiet chainstay protection
Frame weight 5.7 lb/2.57 kg (size small without shock)
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