Alchemy Arktos 29 ST — NX Eagle 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,899$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Pike Select
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Select RC 140mm 15mm
Rear Shock
Fox DPX2 Factory Kashima EVOL LV 3-Position Adjust 7.875×2.0, 10×22 Hardware
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SL NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM SL NX Eagle Trigger
Cassette
SRAM NX Eagle 11-50T
Crank
SRAM Descendant 175mm 32T Eagle SB
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA MTB73 SB+
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss M 1700 SPLINE 29 – 30 mm CL 15/110mm
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 29×2.3 DC EXO TR, Maxxis Minion DHR 29×2.3 DC EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T
Disk Rotors
SRAM Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R 35×780 20mm Rise
Grips
DMR Deathgrip Thin
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt 142mm
Seatpost
X-Fusion Manic 150mm 31.6mm with Trigger Remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 336 mm | 336 mm | 336 mm | 336 mm |
| Front Center | 722 mm | 742 mm | 766 mm | 803 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 31 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 122 mm | 132 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 612 mm | 621 mm | 635 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 414 mm | 440 mm | 447 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 601 mm | 620 mm | 656 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 450 mm | 483 mm | 518 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 66.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1148 mm | 1168 mm | 1192 mm | 1229 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Standover Height | 781 mm | 783 mm | 791 mm | 819 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Arktos 29 ST — NX Eagle completes the Alchemy Arktos model. There are 77 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Alchemy Arktos 27.5 — NX Eagle 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 4899$. Alchemy Arktos 29 ST — XTR 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 9499$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 4899$. In conclusion, this bike price is 77.37% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Pike Select fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox DPX2 Factory Kashima EVOL LV 3-Position Adjust 7.875×2.0 rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. 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 conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
The Arktos 29 ST — NX Eagle 2020 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Alchemy Arktos 29 ST — NX Eagle has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 195 cm (5.18 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Alchemy Arktos 29 ST — NX Eagle includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.