2020 Pivot

Trail 429 27.5+" Race XT

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$5,399
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 130mm front
ForkFox Performance Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXT, SLX
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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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)

26 mph

Trail 429 27.5+" Race XT

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

4'9" – 5'5"

SM

5'3" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'8"

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Reviews
BIKEPACKING.com
Pivot Trail 429 Review

Sep 2021 · Logan Watts

The Pivot Trail 429 was updated with a new geometry, more mounts, and a different linkage design. Find our review after trail riding and bikepacking here…

Highs
  • Well-designed geometry that feels balanced and versatile (even with the longer fork in the “Lower” setting)

  • Ability to tweak the geometry to your liking with the flip-chip

  • Incredibly agile, predictable, and sure-footed while descending, particularly on twisty and fast corners

  • Progressive suspension feels relatively supple while moving slow and doesn’t bottom out as much as other 120mm bikes I’ve ridden

  • Decent frame triangle and plenty of bottle mounts

Lows
  • Internal cables were rattly and loud

  • Having a 34” inseam, I wish there was a little less standover and a larger triangle

  • Superboost is good in theory, but now that Boost has seemingly won the standards battle, it’s not ideal for swapping out wheels

  • Expensive

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Beta
The Beta Tests: Pivot Trail 429

Jul 2021 · Nicole Formosa

The Pivot Trail 429 has always been a few generations ahead of other aggressive short-travel bikes, and it is still true to its roots.

Highs
  • Efficient climber

  • Extremely versatile with 20 build kits

  • Lightweight

Lows
  • Expensive entry point

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Freehub
Bike Review | 2021 Pivot Trail 429 Pro XT/XTR Enduro

Mar 2021 · Spencer Astra

It’s always exciting when a new test bike spices up the ride on my favorite trails—and lately it seems that mid-travel bikes have added the most spice, due largely to their maneuverability and point-and-shoot control. So, from the moment I hopped aboard the new Pivot Trail 429—the Arizona-based company’s third-generation version of its best-selling model—it was clear this bike was going to have a real kick to its performance. The new Trail 429 was redesigned to be a lightweight climb assassin that descends with agility and precision, with 29-inch wheels and 120 millimeters of rear-wheel travel. It comes with two travel options in the front—130 or 140 millimeters—and given the renowned steepness of many of Bellingham, Washington’s trails, Pivot wisely sent us the 140-millimeter Pro Enduro version to put through its paces. Its climbing credentials were validated from the first few pedal strokes uphill. The ultra-lightweight bike (the frame and shock weigh only 5.9 pounds) gets up to speed quickly, and the tried-and-true DW Link rear-suspension platform allows for efficient use of all 120 millimeters of the Fox Factory Float DPX2 shock’s travel without the slightest hint of pedal bob. This was true when pedaling both in and out of the saddle, which is a rare trait when a rider of my size is standing and stomping on the pedals. The ultra-progressive leverage curve provides suppleness off the top while still enjoying a near-bottomless end stroke, and I was able to maintain traction through rough terrain without paying the price in speed-stifling bottom-outs.

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Bicycling
The Pivot Trail 429 Does It All

Feb 2021

It can go anywhere and shred (almost) any trail

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Pinkbike
First Ride: 2021 Pivot Trail 429

Feb 2021 · Daniel Sapp

The Trail 429's geometry and suspension layout have been updated for 2021.

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Flow Mountain Bike
Pivot Trail 429 Review | A premium trail ripper with big bike ambition

Feb 2021

Pivot Cycles has just launched its 3rd generation Trail 429, and this one's a doozy! Featuring an all-new carbon frame, improved suspension performance and contemporary geometry, the Pivot Trail 429 is one of the most efficient and most versatile trail bikes we've ever tested. Read on for our in-depth review.

Highs
  • Beautifully crafted carbon chassis

  • Wheelsize, fork & ride height adaptability

  • Incredible technical pedalling performance

  • Masterfully controlled for a 120mm trail bike

  • Sag guide is so simple, but bloody brilliant!

  • Light & whippy Reynolds wheels

Lows
  • Rattly cable port

  • Rattly brake pads

  • Super Boost may be a turnoff for some

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Pivot Trail 429 - Limited Edition Enduro Build

Apr 2020 · Ian Collins

This year Pivot Cycles took the Mach 429 Trail and, mainly via spec, gave it more of an aggressive kick, thus transforming it into the Trail 429 Enduro Edition. Personally I’ve always liked the idea of ​​taking somewhat aggressive short travel 29″ bikes and replacing a meager inline shock with a piggy back shock, overforking it by ~ 10mm and beefing up the tires. Provided the bike starts out as competent in the first place, that usually makes for a really fun, and surprisingly capable bike. Well – that’s precisely what Pivot did with the Limited Edition Trail 429 on test

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BikeRadar
Pivot Trail 429 Pro XT/XTR review

Jun 2019 · Mick Kirkman

Stiff, lightning-fast and sharply-dressed machine with impeccable trail manners but a high price ticket

Highs
  • Laterally-solid chassis powers through rough sections without flinching

  • Twin-link suspension delivers efficient, punchy power delivery in any gear

Lows
  • Stiff frame highlights how the Fox 34 fork feels less solid in comparison

  • At this price, I’d expect flashier, stiffer cranks

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Trail 429

Fork

Fox Performance 34 29", 51mm offset, GRIP - 130mm

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Performance Float DPS

Spring TypeAir

Headset

Pivot Semi-Sealed Cartridge

Stem

Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail

Handlebar

Phoenix Race Low Rise Aluminum

Saddle

Phoenix WTB Race Vigo

Seatpost

KS Rage-i 125mm (XS), Fox Transfer Performance Series 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD-XL)

TypeDropper

Grips

Phoenix Factory Lock-On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT SGS 12-Speed

Crank

Race Face Ride 32t

Shifters

Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7100 10-51t

Chain

Shimano CN-M7100 12-Speed

Brakes

Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss M1700 w/ DT Swiss 350 hub & 36t Star Ratchet 40mm - 27.5+"

Tires

Maxxis Rekon 27.5"+ x 2.8" TR, 3C, EXO, MAXXTERRA, SilkShieldMaxxis Rekon 27.5"+ x 2.8" TR, 3C, EXO, MAXXTERRA, SilkShield

Disc Rotors

Shimano SLX 6-bolt - 180mmShimano SLX 6-bolt - 180mm

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