Airborne Night Goblin 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 11.09 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Hardtail -
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, 100mm-travel with OneLoc remote lockout
Rear Shock
N/A
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 PF30
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 | 1.67 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 406 mm | 418 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 598 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 482 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1094 mm | 1110 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
Night Goblin 29 is part of the Airborne Night model. Airborne launched 1 bike of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2499$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 31.18% more expensive.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Night Goblin 29 weighs 11.09 kg (24.45 lbs) and is considerably lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 11.81% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. 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.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Night Goblin 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Airborne Night Goblin 29 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.