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Arktos Shimano XTR 29"
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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$9,500| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 150mm |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XTR |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'10"
5'9" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Dec 2019 · Mick Kirkman
Well-rounded, fast trail ripper with a deeper suspension feel than its 120mm promises
Highly efficient, smooth pedaller with great climbing manners
Calm and solid feel downhill that defies the short-travel rear end
Frame feels stiff and solid
Feels so planted that the ride leans towards safe and assured, rather than pure shred-factor
Suspension jolts a tad on big hits
Nov 2019
The Alchemy Arktos 29 isn't just a pretty face—it's got a heart of pure gold, or rather carbon fiber, and moves on the trail to kick it with the best of them.
Oct 2019 · Richard Cunningham
Alchemy's latest trail bike makes a compelling argument that less equals more.
Good pedaling, confidence inspiring carbon chassis
Pro bike components and performance for an attainable price
Low bottom bracket could be an issue
You'll need a hydration pack for serious rides
Sep 2017
This custom painted 150mm travel carbon rocket ship only has stickers at the valve stems - even the Fox and Enve logos are painted on...
May 2017 · Emily Schaldach
Denver-based Alchemy bikes prides itself on its American-made Arktos, and after several rides on a variety of trails from chunky to flowing, from steep to
Mar 2017 · Andi Sykes
The Alchemy Arktos is a bonafide superbike. But does the performance live up to the looks? We've been riding one to find out.
Dec 2016
Blame it on Chuck Ibis. With the discreet introduction of the Carbon Mojo in 2005, Ibis birthed the first sculpted monocoque carbon “super-bike,” complete with a DW Link licensing agreement, and the revolution commenced.
| Frame | Carbon Fiber BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | 150mm-160mm fork compatibility, 180mm max Travel: 150mm |
| Shock | FOX Float DPX2 Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Threaded, 73mm |
| Headset | IS42 upper, IS52 lower |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine R |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine R |
| Saddle | fi'zi:k Monte |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer Factory Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Ergon |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano XTR, Boost |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT, 11-46 tooth, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG-900 |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Shimano XT 4 Pot Trail with SM-RT86 180mm rotors Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT |
| Rims | Enve M730 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Enve |
| Front Hub | Enve M730 |
| Rear Hub | Enve M730 |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3", Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 2.3" |
First added September 3
Last updated September 3
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