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Arktos 29 Frameset
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140mm rear |
| Wheels | 29″ |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'10"
5'9" – 6'3"
5'10" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Alchemy Arktos is praised for its efficient pedaling and climbing capabilities, thanks to the Sine suspension system that provides excellent traction and support. It offers a calm and planted ride downhill, with a stiff frame and modern geometry that enhances handling. However, it lacks an internal water bottle mount and can feel overly safe rather than aggressive in some situations.
Sine suspension system provides excellent small-bump sensitivity and traction
Highly efficient pedaling and climbing performance
Stiff and solid frame with assured handling
Top-tier build quality and industrial design
Good value with high-end components in some builds
No internal water bottle mount
Can feel too planted and safe, lacking shred-factor
Low bottom bracket may cause pedal strikes
Suspension can be harsh on big hits or when braking
Conservative geometry compared to newer trail bikes
The Arktos 29 is not one of those bikes. But it’s not affected by pedaling, and it’s seemingly not affected by ascending rocky terrain—and somehow, you’re not floating above it all on the sea of a hoverbike.
BIKE MagazineThe Arktos ST is calm, super-smooth and planted, even over really big holes and roots.
BikeRadarBottom line is the Arktos 29 ST, with its planted suspension and balanced numbers, feels like an intuitive extension of its pilot - a joy to ride anywhere it's fast, technical and twisty.Pinkbike
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Apr 2020 · hurricanejoel SpecRider96
A brilliant suspension design meets traditional geometry to make this trail bike shine in certain types of terrain.
Sine Suspension System
Impeccable frame finish, quality, and attention to detail
Nimble and agile at modest speeds
A true trail bike
Customer support
Currently $1,000 USD off
Skittish at speed
Dated geometry
Only 150mm travel on size large dropper
Feb 2020
How does the machine from Colorado fare on the Shore?
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
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.
First added August 19
Last updated August 19
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