Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 180mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
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
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC Air, Motion Control, rebound, low speed compression
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Coil R, 230mm x 60mm, 8x25mm upper and lower mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 10-50 tooth, 12-speed
Crank
Truvativ Descendant Eagle 175mm
Bottom Bracket
BSA 73mm
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Chain Guide
MRP AMG
Pedals
None included (upgrade options available)
Wheels
Front Hub
Propain, Enduro bearings
Rear Hub
Propain, Enduro bearings
Rims
Stan's ZTR Flow S1, 29mm inner width
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary EVO, SnakeSkin, Addix Soft, 27.5 x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Formula Cura 4, 2-piston with 203mm rotors (front and rear)
Brake Levers
Formula Cura 4
Cockpit
Stem
Sixpack Leader, 50mm length
Handlebar
Sixpack Millenium, 785mm width
Grips
Single clamp, nine color options available
Headset
IS42 top bearing, IS52 bottom bearing
Seat
Saddle
Sixpack Kamikaze
Seatpost
Sixpack Menace
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 352 mm | 352 mm | 346 mm |
| Front Center | 757 mm | 782 mm | 802 mm | 825 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 123 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm | 124 mm |
| Stack | 605 mm | 614 mm | 614 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 428 mm | 448 mm | 468 mm | 488 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1205 mm | 1230 mm | 1250 mm | 1273 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 3 mm | 3 mm | 3 mm | 9 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Spindrift 27.5 Start is a Propain Spindrift model. 80 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Propain Spindrift bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Downhill bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Downhill bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3391$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Downhill bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Downhill bikes average weight
Downhill bikes weigh an average of 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
a bit lighter than average, Spindrift 27.5 Start has a weight of 14.9 kg (32.85 lbs). In other words, this model is 6.64% lighter than the average Downhill bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Yari RC is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 180mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Coil R model, with a travel of 180mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Spindrift 27.5 Start model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Propain Spindrift 27.5 Start has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.