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Extra Air XT - Fox Performance
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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€6,499($7,558)| Weight | 1.2 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The ARC8 Extra enduro bike features a unique sliding linkage for controlled suspension performance, offering a linear feel with coil springs. It provides excellent climbing efficiency and a playful yet demanding ride that rewards active handling. The bike is noted for its comfortable geometry and internal storage, making it a capable all-rounder for varied terrain.
Unique sliding linkage for controlled leverage ratio
Excellent climbing qualities and pedaling efficiency
Comfortable riding position and internal storage
Adjustable suspension and geometry for customization
Firm suspension may be too demanding for some riders
Cables rattle against the frame at ports
Long wheelbase can hinder maneuverability on tight trails
The second generation ARC8 Extra enduro mountain bike introduces a unique sliding linkage, giving it a highly controlled leverage ratio with a very linear coil spring.
BikerumorIn experienced hands, the ARC8 is an authentic trail bullet.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe EXTRA 2.0 AIR both demands and rewards an active riding style.
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Feb 2024 · Tyler Benedict
ARC8's next generation enduro bike replaces the linkage with a slider to create a perfect leverage ratio, with air, coil, MX, and travel options to fit any rider's needs.
Feb 2024 · Sebastian Dirscherl
The new ARC8 EXTRA 2.0 AIR Rolls on 29” wheels and generates 160 mm of travel. We tested the Swiss enduro/trail doppelganger to find out how it fares on the trail.
Very light frame
Poppy riding behaviour
Cables rattle against the frame at the ports
Feb 2024 · Marco Toniolo
Arc8 introduces the new Extra, an enduro bike with carbon frame, 160mm of travel at the rear, 160/170 at the front, 29/29 or mullet format, and that can accommodate both coil and air shocks.
| Frame | ARC8 Extra Air, full carbon BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 Float Performance; 160mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance; 160mm Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BBMT801 BSA |
| Headset | Acros 320.02.527H-OD46 |
| Stem | RaceFace Aeffect R 40mm |
| Handlebar | RaceFace Aeffect R 780mm; 20mm rise |
| Saddle | Ergon SM10 Enduro |
| Seatpost | RaceFace Aeffect R; 31,6; 150mm / 170mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Ergon GA20 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100 |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano XT M8120; 32t; 165mm; 55mm |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100; 10-51 |
| Chain | Shimano XT M7100 |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano XT 8120 4-Piston, Rear: Shimano XT 8120 4-Piston Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT SWISS XM 1700 SPLINE, Rear: DT SWISS XM 1700 SPLINE |
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| Tires | Front: Maxxis DHF; Exo Maxx Terra; 29x2.5WT, Rear: Maxxis Dissector; Exo+ Maxx Terra; 29x2.4WT |
First added September 6
Last updated March 28
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