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Firebird 27.5 TEAM XX1 Eagle
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$8,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 170 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
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Summary
The Pivot Firebird is a high-performance enduro bike praised for its excellent suspension, climbing efficiency, and descending capabilities. It features a plush ride with a late ramp-up in suspension stroke, making it unflappable through demanding terrain. The bike's lightweight yet stout frame, combined with Super Boost Plus, allows for a lighter, stiffer ride. However, it requires initial suspension setup adjustments and comes at a premium price.
Efficient climber
Plush ride with late ramp up in suspension stroke
Lightweight yet stout frame
Unflappable through demanding terrain
Super Boost Plus allows for lighter, stiffer frame
Initial suspension setup requires adjustment
Expensive, with builds starting at $5,100
Seat tube angle feels slack on steep inclines
The faster and rougher the trail becomes, the happier the Firebird 29 becomes.
BIKE MagazineIt would turn out to be the most fun I’ve ever had on the trail.
BikerumorThe amount of traction on hand is almost unbelievable.
BikeRadarFor the first time in a long while here’s a bike that looks that delivers a ride as good as its looks.
Dirt MountainbikeThe Pivot Firebird 29 is a high-end enduro bullet that only really blossoms at high speeds and on rough trails.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineFeedback?
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Mar 2019
Pivot Firebird 29 Words & Photos By Andrew Villablanca Building off the pedigree of the Firebird 27.5 and Phoenix DH bike, the Pivot Firebird 29 is bred for the steepest, gnarliest and most heinous trails you’d consider pointing a single crown bike down. Unlike the Phoenix however, the
Mar 2019
Watch our full video review of the Pivot Firebird 29 below! This is a bike that gets lots of attention. Chris Cocalis, the bossman at Pivot, has a reputation for strong opinions, a zero-compromise attitude and obsessive attention to detail. It’d make him a hard first date, but it means he designs a very good bike. …
Typical high-end Pivot construction.
Incredibly capable suspension.
Stable and confident without feeling oversized.
Under-the-down tube bottle mount. Short rear end will divide opinion.
Feb 2019 · Christoph Bayer
ThePivot Firebird 29 Team XX1 makes a compelling case for us to sell our kidneys to buy one. But you should read our review – this bike is not for everyone!
Capable rear suspension
Poppy
Beautiful finish
Demands an active riding style in corners
Very stiff chassis
Expensive
Dec 2018 · Mike Kazimer
Pinkbike's tech editors choose between the Pivot Firebird, Devinci Spartan, and the Scott Ransom. Which one would you pick?
Aug 2018
Bigger and faster are what the Firebird 29 wants. Big, square-edged hits? It yearns for them. Steep climbs? Maybe not. Supportive pedaling? Yes.
Aug 2018 · Francesco Mazza
When Pivot Cycles presented the brand new 29-inch wheeled Firebird last month, we mentioned that we received a sample for testing. The test set-up we rode is called the “Pro XT / XTR 1x” and although it is placed in the entry to mid range level of the numerous spec options from Pivot, it is still equipped with an excellent level of componentry. Many of which sit at the top of the range with other bike brands. Thanks to the long summer days and warmer temperatures, I was able to test this beast in a wide variety of situations, from the bike park to the alpine trails
Jun 2018 · Russell Eich
Pointed downhill, the Firebird 29 had an uncanny way of sucking up hits, it felt like a sorted enduro bike with every bit of 162mm rear travel delivered smoothly.
| Frame | Carbon Fiber BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 36 Factory, Kashima, Boost, 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, Kashima Travel: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket | PF92 |
| Headset | Pivot Precision Sealed Bearing |
| Stem | Phoenix Trail Enduro |
| Handlebar | Phoenix Carbon Riser |
| Saddle | Pivot WTB Vigo Team |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer, 125mm or 150mm drop (KS LEV Integra for S) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Phoenix Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM XX1 Eagle, carbon |
| Shifters | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Eagle, 12-speed |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide Ultimate Type: SRAM Guide Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide Ultimate |
| Rims | Reynolds Enduro, carbon |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Reynolds Enduro |
| Front Hub | Industry Nine, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm |
| Rear Hub | Industry Nine, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF WT, 2.5" TR 3C MaxxTerra EXO, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II WT, 2.4" TR 3C MaxxTerra EXO |
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