Airborne Hob Goblin 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,299$
Weight | 12.76 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 110mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon Fiber
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL Boost Solo Air, 120mm-travel with OneLoc remote lockout
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT 190x51 Solo Air, 110mm-travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle 1x12
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle 1x12 trigger shift
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 11-50t, 12-speed
Crank
TruVativ Stylo 6K DUB Boost 148 Eagle
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BB92
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed
Chain Guide
No
Pedals
9/16” pedals sold separately
Wheels
Front Hub
Airborne Boost sealed cartridge bearing with 15x110 Maxle thru-axle front hub, Airborne Boost sealed cartridge bearing sealed with 12x148 thru-axle rear hub
Rear Hub
Airborne Boost sealed cartridge bearing with 15x110 Maxle thru-axle front hub, Airborne Boost sealed cartridge bearing sealed with 12x148 thru-axle rear hub
Rims
Airborne tubeless ready, 25mm inner width, 28-hole (tubeless valve stems included)
Spokes
Stainless steel with brass nipples
Tires
Kenda Regolith 29 x 2.4” front tire, Booster 29 x 2.2” rear tire
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level T hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
SRAM Level T
Cockpit
Stem
RaceFace Aeffect R, 0º rise, 60mm length
Handlebar
RaceFace Aeffect R, 10mm rise, 35mm clamping area, 760mm width
Grips
Velo 135mm lock-on
Headset
Sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8” to 1.5” tapered
Seat
Saddle
Airborne railed
Seatpost
RaceFace Ride XC, 31.6mm diameter, 400mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Stack | 599.1 mm | 612.5 mm | 622.3 mm |
| Reach | 416.7 mm | 426.4 mm | 453.6 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 591.5 mm | 606 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1133 mm | 1153 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
Hob Goblin 29 is an Airborne Hob model. Airborne launched 1 bike of this model so far.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 73.18% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 12.76 kg (28.13 lbs), the Hob Goblin 29 model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 2.9% less than Hob Goblin 29.
Hob Goblin 29 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Hob Goblin 29 has a rear shock with a travel of 110mm. The model RockShox Monarch RT 190×51 Solo Air is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Hob Goblin 29 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has 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
Airborne Hob Goblin 29 bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.