Pivot Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Fork Fox Factory Float 34
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Groupset XTR, Race Face
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 164cm
SM
161cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trail 429
Suspension Fork
Fox Factory 34 29", 51mm offset, FIT4 - 130mm
Rear Shock
Fox Factory Float DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR SGS 12-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100 12-Speed
Cassette
Shimano XTR M9100 10-51t
Crank
Race Face Next R 32t
Chain
Shimano CN-M9100 12-Speed
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds Blacklabel 27.5 Plus w/ DT Swiss hub, 40mm - 27.5"+
Tires
Maxxis Rekon 27.5"+ x 2.8" TR, 3C, EXO, MAXXTERRA, SilkShieldMaxxis Rekon 27.5"+ x 2.8" TR, 3C, EXO, MAXXTERRA, SilkShield
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR M9120 4-piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano XTR CenterLock - 180mmShimano XTR CenterLock - 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail
Handlebar
Phoenix Team Low Rise Carbon
Grips
Phoenix Team Padloc
Headset
Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Phoenix WTB Team Vigo
Seatpost
KS Rage-i 125mm (XS), Fox Transfer Performance Series 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD-XL)
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 583 mm | 594 mm | 599 mm | 610 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 402 mm | 432 mm | 453 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 544 mm | 575 mm | 608 mm | 631 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.4 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 359 mm | 397 mm | 428 mm | 460 mm | 497 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 84 mm | 89 mm | 102 mm | 109 mm | 119 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1103 mm | 1123 mm | 1156 mm | 1179 mm | 1205 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 681 mm | 694 mm | 697 mm | 699 mm | 722 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 161 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR is a Pivot Trail model. Pivot released 85 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Pivot Trail 429 29″ Race XT 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5099$. Pivot Trail 429 29″ Team XX1 AXS 2020 on the other hand costs 9799$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 8499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 207.71% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR comes factory-installed with the Fox Factory Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 130mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR are the 27.5″ carbon type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Pivot Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR comes in 5 sizes, that range from 147 cm – 200 cm (4.82 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Trail 429 27.5+” Team XTR. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.
