Transition Sentinel Carbon GX 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,899$
Weight | 14.21 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Ultimate
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
154cm - 170cm
MD
164cm - 182cm
LG
175cm - 190cm
XL
184cm - 200cm
XXL
190cm - 207cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Sentinel Carbon 150mm
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 160mm Travel/42mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG 1275 (10-52t)
Crank
SRAM Stylo 7K DUB (30t/170mm)
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Stans Neo Durasync
Rear Hub
Stans Neo Durasync
Rims
Stans Flow S1
Spokes
Sapim Race Double Butted
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 3C EXO+ (29x2.5), Rear: Maxxis Minion DHRII 3C EXO+ (29x2.4)
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC
Disk Rotors
SRAM Centerline (200mm)
Cockpit
Stem
ANVL Swage (40mm)
Handlebar
ANVL Mandrel Alloy 35, SM/MD (800x20), LG/XL (800x30), XXL (800x 40)
Grips
Sensus Lite
Headset
FSA No.57E
Seat
Saddle
ANVL Forge Cromo
Seatpost
OneUp Dropper Post, SM (150mm), MD (180mm), LG/XL/XXL (210mm)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 346 mm | 346 mm | 347 mm | 347 mm |
| Front Center | 761 mm | 794 mm | 824 mm | 853 mm | 877 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm | 138 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 623 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 421 mm | 451 mm | 477 mm | 502 mm | 522 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 553 mm | 586 mm | 614 mm | 642 mm | 666 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.2 ° | 77.5 ° | 76.9 ° | 76.4 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1200 mm | 1234 mm | 1264 mm | 1293 mm | 1317 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 672 mm | 689 mm | 701 mm | 713 mm | 723 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 164 cm | 175 cm | 184 cm | 190 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 190 cm | 200 cm | 207 cm |
About this model
Sentinel Carbon GX belongs to the Transition Sentinel model. Transition released 43 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Transition Sentinel bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Transition Sentinel Alloy NX 2022 has a starting price of 3899$. Transition Sentinel Carbon XO1 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7199$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Transition released this model in 2022, its price was 5899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Sentinel Carbon GX price is 63.91% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 14.21 kg (31.33 lbs), Transition bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 0.42% more than Sentinel Carbon GX.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Lyrik Ultimate model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Transition Sentinel Carbon GX bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Sentinel Carbon GX 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, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Transition Sentinel Carbon GX is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Transition Sentinel Carbon GX bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 154 cm – 207 cm (5.05 ft – 6.79 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
The Transition 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.