Commençal META HT AM RACE 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 13.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
2020 META HT AM, Alloy 6061, triple butted tubes, T4, T6.
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX Lyrik Select +, 150 mm travel, 29", Charger 2 damper, Debonair, rebound, Boost (15x110 mm), 51 mm offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 sp
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 sp
Cassette
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 sp, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle, 170 mm, 32t chainring, Boost, DUB
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 sp, 114 links
Wheels
Front Hub
FORMULA, sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, 15x110 mm front, 12x148 mm rear, standard freehub body, silver anodised
Rear Hub
FORMULA, sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, 15x110 mm front, 12x148 mm rear, standard freehub body, silver anodised
Rims
SPANK Oozy 359, 32 holes, 30.5 mm inner width, tubeless ready
Tires
VEE TIRE CO. Snap WCE 29 x 2.35 / VEE TIRE CO. FlowSnap 29 x 2.35, Tubeless ready, Tackee Compound, skinwall / Tubeless ready, Tackee Compound, skinwall
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T, 200 mm front and 180 mm rear
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA Freeride, 40 mm, 31,8 mm, 0° angle, 2014 alloy
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA, 27 mm rise, 780 mm, 31,8 mm, 7050 alloy, double butted
Grips
RIDE ALPHA, DH Grips, grey, Ultra soft compound, single clamp
Headset
ACROS Alloy cups ZS44/ZS56, ZS44/ZS56, sealed bearings, IPS Technonolgy
Seat
Saddle
FABRIC Scoop Flat Elite, Crmo rails
Seatpost
KINDSHOCK RAGE-I, 31.6 mm, 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, L and XL
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.575 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.436 mm | 1.368 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 727 mm | 749 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 124 mm | 124 mm | 124 mm | 124 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 634 mm | 639 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 602 mm | 628 mm | 655 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1152 mm | 1174 mm | 1201 mm | 1228 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 735 mm | 747 mm | 796 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
META HT AM RACE 29 is a Commencal Meta Ht model. Commençal released 75 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Commencal Meta Ht bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Commençal META HT 20 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 949$. On the other hand, Commençal META HT AM RACE 29 2020, is the most expensive and costs 2099$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2099$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that META HT AM RACE 29 price is 71.46% lower than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
META HT AM RACE 29 weighs 13.6 kg (29.98 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 4.93% higher than this one.
META HT AM RACE 29 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Lyrik Select fork installed. The fork’s travel is 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on META HT AM RACE 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Commençal META HT AM RACE 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Commençal META HT AM RACE 29 comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.