Superior TEAM XF 29 Issue R 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
9,404$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 110mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork DT Swiss F 232 ONE
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon MTB Race Pro SU-01, Advanced Race Geometry, Travel 100 mm, Tapered Head Tube, BB92, 3D alloy one piece link, Carbon swingarm, SR dropout, Boost Thru Axle 12x148 mm, Inner cable routing, Dropped seat post ready
Suspension Fork
DT Swiss F232 ONE, Tapered, 15x110mm axle, 110mm travel
Rear Shock
DT Swiss R232 ONE, size 190x45mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO XTR RD-M9100, Shadow Plus Design
Shift Levers
SHIMANO XTR SL-M9100-IR, RAPIDFIRE Plus, 12-speed
Cassette
SHIMANO XTR CS-M9101, 12-speed, 10-51T
Crank
Race Face NEXT SL, 34T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92, PressFit, shell 41x92mm
Chain
SHIMANO XT CN-M8100
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss XRC 1501 SPLINE®, Carbon, CL, 15x110mm, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray Evo, TL-Easy, SuperRace, 29x2.25", ADDIX Speed
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO XTR M9100, hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
ONE Race, Alloy, 31,8mm, -7°
Handlebar
ONE Race, Carbon, 760mm, 31.8mm
Headset
ACROS AZX-220 R4, ZS44/28.6 - ZS56/40, BlockLock 150°
Seat
Saddle
Fizi:k Terra Argo X3, Kium
Seatpost
Crankbrothers Highline 11 dropper post, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 699 mm | 724 mm | 744 mm | 764 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 48 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 98 mm | 100 mm | 98 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 572 mm | 582 mm | 590 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 442 mm | 458 mm | 475 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 603 mm | 623 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.9 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 393 mm | 431 mm | 482 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117 mm | 1142 mm | 1162 mm | 1182 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
TEAM XF 29 Issue R is part of the Superior Team Xf model. Superior released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Superior TEAM XF 29 Elite 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 5823$. Superior TEAM XF 29 Factory Racing 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 10482$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 8682$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that TEAM XF 29 Issue R price is 355.75% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the DT Swiss F 232 ONE fork installed. The fork’s travel is 110mm. 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
As for the rear shock, this bike has the DT Swiss R232 ONE model, with a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the TEAM XF 29 Issue R bike is equipped with the 29″ carbon model. 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. Superior TEAM XF 29 Issue R has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 160 cm – 200 cm (5.25 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Superior TEAM XF 29 Issue R includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!