Commençal META AM 29 TEAM 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,799$
Weight | 15.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 184cm
LG
181cm - 194cm
XL
191cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
2021 Meta AM 29, 160 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX Zeb Ultimate, 170mm travel, 29", Charger 2.1 damper, Debonair, LSC, HSC, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
ROCKSHOX SuperDeluxe Ultimate, 230 x 62,5 mm, LSC, rebound, 2-position adjustment, 3 tokens
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s, 10-52t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle, 170 mm crank arms, DUB, Boost, Chainring: SRAM GX Eagle, 32t, Narrow-Wide
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, Pressfit
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 350 - Front: DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rear Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 350 - Front: DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rims
DT SWISS EX511, 29'', 28h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: SCHWALBE Big Betty - Front: SCHWALBE Magic Mary, Rear: 29 x 2.4, Super Trail, Addix Soft - Front: 29 x 2.4, Super Trail, Addix Soft
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC, 4 pistons, MatchMaker compatible, Rotors: SRAM Centerline 200 mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA Freeride 40, 40 mm extension, 31,8 mm
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA R27, 31,8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 7050
Grips
YES
Headset
ACROS ZS44/ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FABRIC Scoop Flat Elite, Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra, 34,9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 175 mm on L, 200 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 353 mm | 353 mm | 353 mm | 353 mm |
| Front Center | 799 mm | 826 mm | 853 mm | 880 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 635 mm | 639 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 442 mm | 467 mm | 492 mm | 517 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 570 mm | 597 mm | 623 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1228 mm | 1255 mm | 1282 mm | 1309 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 21 mm | 21 mm | 21 mm | 21 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 174 cm | 184 cm | 194 cm | 205 cm |
About this model
META AM 29 TEAM belongs to the Commencal Meta Am model. Commençal released 60 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Commençal META AM 29 ORIGIN 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2499$. Commençal META AM 29 OHLINS EDITION 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 6052$.
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 Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4799$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 33.34% higher.
Enduro bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably heavier than average, META AM 29 TEAM has a weight of 15.9 kg (35.05 lbs). In other words, this model is 11.42% heavier than the average Enduro bike.
META AM 29 TEAM components
Fork
The META AM 29 TEAM comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB Ultimate fork. This has a travel range of 170mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. 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 ROCKSHOX SuperDeluxe Ultimate rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the META AM 29 TEAM bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. 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 META AM 29 TEAM comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Commençal META AM 29 TEAM bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 162 cm – 205 cm (5.31 ft – 6.73 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Commençal model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.