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SWITCHBLADE Frame
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$4,399| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 142mm rear |
| Shock | Fox Float X Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ |
4'9" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
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Summary
The Pivot Switchblade is celebrated as a versatile and high-performing trail bike, excelling in both climbing and descending with its improved dw-link suspension and modern geometry. It offers a lively, engaging ride with a well-balanced suspension that's supple yet supportive, making it a favorite among riders for its fun and capable nature. Despite its high-quality construction and performance, some note the lack of internal storage and the premium price as drawbacks.
Lively and engaging ride
Improved dw-link suspension design
Versatile performance across terrain
High-quality carbon frame construction
Option to adjust geometry with Flip Chip
Lack of internal storage
Premium price point
Some riders note a slack seat angle
Super Boost rear hub limits wheel compatibility
It's a well-sorted, wonderfully intuitive, and fun trail weapon that is seriously capable without being a dull, lifeless ride like some super long and slack bikes can be.
Bike PerfectThe Switchblade has been one of the most fun and capable trail bikes I've ever ridden.
Bike PerfectThe Pivot Switchblade is a fantastic all-rounder.
Flow Mountain BikeThe new Switchblade delivers subtle improvements on every front—an impressive achievement given how good the previous version was.
Mountain Bike ActionPivot's carbon frames are renowned for quality, both in material construction and the small details that make a bike easier to live with.Pinkbike
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Nov 2024 · Nelson
From fast-paced, flowy trail rides with lots of climbing to well-traveled, beat-up, chunky steep descents, the V3 Switchblade pushes the fun factor a bit farther out on both sides of the all-mountain spectrum. From fast-paced, flowy trail rides with lots of climbing to well-traveled, beat-up, chunky steep descents, the V3 Switchblade pushes the fun factor a bit farther out on both sides of the all-mountain spectrum.
Versatile in a broad range of terrain
Improved geometry for better handling
Lighter frame than the previous model
Longer dropper-post insertion depths
Full-size water bottle fits inside the front triangle in all sizes
Improved rider position for climbing
Rear suspension feels more supple and active
Quiet operation
Proven cable-port system for easier service
Subtle improvements on every front
Some riders preferred shorter crank arm length
WTB’s Volt saddle not favored by all
Lack of internal frame storage polarizing among riders
Nov 2024
Wil takes us through his custom-built Pivot Switchblade that features mixed wheels and the new Fox Live Valve Neo suspension.
Aug 2024 · Neal Hunt
Have Pivot's recent updates to its popular Switchblade trail bike done enough to warrant its superbike pricing?
Lively engaging ride
Sorted suspension
Riding position is pretty much perfect for me
User-friendly cable routing
Option to run a mullet setup
Wheel spec is disappointing for £9k
Lack of internal storage may put some off
Could do with a longer dropper post as standard
A 10-year instead of a lifetime warranty
Apr 2024 · Spencer Astra
It’s been a few years since I had the pleasure of riding the previous Pivot Switchblade. This is a model that has risen to legendary status in my mind. The updated frame has maintained many attributes of the outgoing Switchblade but turned up the dial on speed and stability by just a few notches. I can imagine the development team’s struggle to improve upon the outgoing bike without sacrificing its keen sense of handling and agility. Thankfully, the new bike has the same agile character with a slight tweak toward better high-speed handling and chunk-eating kinematics.
Feb 2024
Updates to Pivot's 142mm travel Switchblade trail bike expand its performance and capability, bringing it closer to the feel and handling of its competition.
Feb 2024 · Zach Overholt
Pivot once again has a new Switchblade, which Pivot claims has a lot of small changes that add up to a big difference.
Feb 2024 · Sebastian Dirscherl
Mit dem Pivot Switchblade Team XX AXS Transmission 2024 wird der Alleskönner neu aufgelegt. Wir haben das Trailbike für euch getestet.
Confidence inspiring
Excellent suspension
Classy design
Efficient climber
Tires don’t do justice to the bike’s potential
The cables rattle slightly
Can feel too direct and too stiff
Feb 2024 · Dario DiGiulio
The Switchblade receives geometry updates and a few frame refinements for 2024.
| Frame | Switchblade Colors: Blue Neptune; Stealth Mojave |
|---|---|
| Shock | Fox Factory Float X Travel: 142mm |
| Headset | Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge |
First added May 22
Last updated June 5
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