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BOSSNUT
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
| Weight | 33.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Level T Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Calibre Bossnut is a highly praised trail bike that offers exceptional value for money, delivering performance that rivals more expensive models. Its efficient suspension system, contemporary geometry, and balanced ride quality make it a standout for both climbing and descending. While it has some limitations in component quality and upgrade options, its overall trail manners and fun factor are frequently highlighted.
Exceptional value for money
Efficient suspension system
Contemporary geometry
Balanced and fun ride quality
Good performance on both climbs and descents
Basic aluminum frame with steel pivot hardware
No dropper post included
Limited water carrying options
Non-Boost axles limit wheel upgrade options
SRAM Level T brakes lack power
It’s no surprise the Bossnut is so popular because it provides the best all-round trail performance of any bike at this price.
BikeRadarThe Bossnut does a remarkable job of hiding its low-cost price tag on the climbs, trucking along just as well as bikes costing more than twice as much.Pinkbike
I’m going to basically go on about how good this bike is.
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Mar 2020 · Mike Levy
With a price tag of just $1,400, can the Bossnut keep up with its more expensive competition?
Jan 2020 · Tom Marvin
Impeccable trail performance for the money and an excellent-value spec too
Good shape
Great kit for the money
Amazing trail manners
Non-Boost axles limit your wheel upgrade options
SRAM Level T brakes lack power with stock 160/180mm rotors
Dec 2019 · Alan Muldoon
Calibre Bikes do it again. If you want a full-suspension bike that's a total blast without blowing your budget, you have to get the Calibre Bossnut.
New sleeker frame profile reflects the improved ride quality.
It’s no longer the best bike for under £1k.
Sep 2019
The 2020 Calibre Bikes Bossnut 3 hit the Go Outdoors shelves in August this year boasting new geometry, better components and dare I say it, even better value. Here at off-road.cc, we love this budget busting trail bike, its fun, its upgradable and in its full suspension form it’s a great, accessible introduction to mountain biking.
Aug 2019 · Andi Sykes
First ride impressions of the 2020 Calibre Bossnut, a bike that proves that you don't need to spend a fortune to have fun on 2 wheels.
| Frame | 6061 Hydroformed alloy frame, tapered headtube, forged rocker link, 130mm travel, 12 x 142mm bolt through rear end |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rockshox Recon RL Solo Air 130mm, alloy tapered steerer, 15 x 100mm Maxle, gloss black with fast black stanchions Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Rockshox Monarch R, custom tune, 130mm travel, 190 x 51 eye to eye, gloss black. Travel: 130mm |
| Headset | FSA No. 57E Orbit tapered |
| Stem | Calibre 45mm length, 31,8mm bar |
| Handlebar | Calibre Alloy, 780mm length, 30mm rise, 31.8mm OD |
| Saddle | Calibre Trail |
| Seatpost | Calibre Alloy, 30.9 x 350mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Plastic platform test pedals |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM SX Eagle Powerspline, 170, 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM 12 Speed, 11 - 50T |
| Brakes | SRAM Level T Type: SRAM Level T Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Formula 32H, 6 bolt |
| Rear Hub | Formula 32h, 6 bolt |
| Tires | WTB Vigilante High-Grip Comp, 27.5 x 2.3 front. WTB Trail Boss comp, 27.5 x 2.25 rear |
First added March 27
Last updated May 6
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