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META HT V3 ESSENTIAL

A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail enduro bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,699
Weight4.1 lbs (frame)  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 150mm
ForkFox Rhythm Float 36
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetX1, SX Eagle
BrakesSRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
META HT V3 ESSENTIAL
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

25 mph

META HT V3 ESSENTIAL

26 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'2" – 6'11"

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Reviews
Bikerumor
Commencal Updates New Meta HT V3 Affordable Alloy All-Mountain Trail Hardtail

Apr 2025 · Cory Benson

All-new Commencal affordable alloy Meta HT V3 trail MTB hardtail gets more comfort, more protection, and more capable all-mountain geometry…

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Beta
Field Test: Commencal Meta HT AM Ride

Apr 2022 · Ryan Palmer

The Commencal Meta HT AM hardtail makes a case for why we shouldn't forget that plus-size tires are still a thing.

Highs
  • Internal cable routing

  • Plenty of tire clearance

  • Can run 29” wheel in the frame

  • Do-everything geometry

Lows
  • No dropper

  • Fork can’t fit a 29” wheel

  • One bottle cage mount

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Commencal Meta HT AM Essential

Apr 2021 · Jeremy Benson

The Commencal Meta HT AM Essential is one of the most fun hardtails we've ever tested. This bike handles whatever you throw at it, and is a blast to ride...

Highs
  • Solid value

  • Mostly well spec'd

  • Versatile geometry

  • 27.5-inch wheels help keep it maneuverable and playful

Lows
  • A little bland on mellow trails

  • SRAM SX Eagle drivetrain

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

2023 META HT : 29"/29", Alloy 6061, triple butted tubes, T4, T6.

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorPure White, Shiny Finish

Fork

FOX 36 Rhythm, 150 mm travel, 29", Grip damper, LSR, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 3 Tokens

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

BSA

Headset

ACROS ZS56/ZS56, Integrated Headset, Alloy cups, sealed bearings

Stem

RIDE ALPHA 40, 40 mm extension, 31.8 mm

Handlebar

RIDE ALPHA R27, 31.8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061

Saddle

SDG Bel Air V3, Steel rails

Seatpost

KS Rage-I, 31.6 mm, travel: 170 mm on M/L, SouthPaw alloy remote

TypeDropper

Grips

ODI Longneck, Soft compound, single clamp, black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM SX Eagle, 12s

Crank

SRAM X1 1000 Eagle, 170 mm crank arms, DUB, Boost, Chainring: SRAM X1 1000 Eagle, 32t, Narrow-Wide

Shifters

SRAM SX Eagle, 12s

Cassette

SRAM PG-1210, 12s, 11-50t

Chain

SRAM NX Eagle, 12s

Brakes

SRAM DB8, 4 pistons, MatchMaker compatible, Rotors: SRAM G2 CleanSweep 200 mm, 6-bolt

TypeSRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

SPANK Spike Race 33, Rear: 29", 32h, 28mm inner width - Front: 29", 32h, 28 mm inner width

Front Hub

Rear: FORMULA DC-348A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, 32h, sealed bearings

Rear Hub

Rear: FORMULA DC-348A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, 32h, sealed bearings

Tires

MAXXIS Dissector, 29"x2.6", 3C MaxxTerra, New EXO+, Tubeless Ready

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