Intense CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,299$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 155mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset NX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 167cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 185cm
XL
180cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbine 29" Enduro Monocoque Carbon Frame. Alloy top link, internal shift, dropper post and brake routing. ISCG05 mounts, flack guard armour, 155mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Yari RC 29, Solo Air, 160mm, Boost 110x15mm
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe RT3, 230x60mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Eagle NX 12speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle NX 12speed Trigger
Cassette
SRAM Eagle NX 12speed, 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Eagle NX DUB 175mm, 30T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BB92
Chain
SRAM Eagle NX 12-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
32 Hole 110 x15mm Front Hub; 148x12 BOOST Rear Hub HG Driver Body (Shimano)
Rear Hub
32 Hole 110 x15mm Front Hub; 148x12 BOOST Rear Hub HG Driver Body (Shimano)
Rims
Race Face AR 30, 29", 32 Hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Maxxis 29x2.30 Highroller II 60TPI EXO/TR
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano m500 Hydraulic Disk 180mm Front & 180mm Rear
Cockpit
Stem
Intense Recon 45mm
Handlebar
Intense Recon 780mm Alloy
Grips
Intense Dual Lock-On
Headset
Intense Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Sport w/ Steel Rails
Seatpost
Intense, 150mm Dropper
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm |
| Front Center | 736 mm | 760 mm | 788 mm | 808 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 626 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 433 mm | 457 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 605 mm | 629 mm | 657 mm | 677 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 385 mm | 418 mm | 448 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 92 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1183 mm | 1207 mm | 1235 mm | 1255 mm |
| Standover Height | 832 mm | 836 mm | 836 mm | 838 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 177 cm | 185 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed is part of the Intense Carbine model. Intense launched 20 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Intense Carbine bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Intense CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3299$. Intense CARBINE FACTORY 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 7999$.
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 Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3299$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 9.09% smaller.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed components
Fork
Intense CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed 2019 bike is equipped with the RockShox Yari RC fork, and has 160mm travel. 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.
Rear Shock
The CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed has a rear shock with a travel of 155mm. The model Rock Shox Deluxe RT3 is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The wheels on CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Intense CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 152 cm – 198 cm (4.99 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Intense CARBINE FOUNDATION 12-Speed includes a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.