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Slide Trail 8.0
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Weight | 29.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation Charger RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT3 |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Magura MT5 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Radon Slide Trail is a well-balanced trail bike praised for its efficient climbing, agile handling, and excellent value for money. Its suspension is firm and progressive, offering good mid-stroke support and big-hit capability but can feel harsh on rough terrain. Overall, it provides a playful and responsive ride, though its geometry and suspension tuning may not suit all preferences.
excellent value for money
efficient climber
agile and nimble handling
well-balanced performance
good components for the price
firm and progressive suspension
not the most comfortable on descents
geometry not the most progressive
can feel edgy on rough sections
divisive looks
The RADON SLIDE TRAIL 8.0 is a very direct trail bike that scores with efficiency and agile handling
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineImpressed us with its turn of speed, blinding specification and uncanny ability to put a smile on our face every single time we rode it
MBRIt’s an efficient pedalling bike with a lot of pop and playfulness on the descents, although the progressive suspension won’t be everyone’s cup of tea.Pinkbike
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Apr 2020 · Paul Burwell
Radon Slide Trail 9.0 includes a carbon composite front triangle, alloy rear end, full Fox suspension and the latest Shimano 12-speed drivetrain.
Price: €2,999. Excellent suspension and handling. A ton of fun to ride.
Freehub body can spill its guts. Saddle won't suit everyone
Nov 2019 · David Hayward
David checks out this value packed full suspension 29er, and finds there's plenty to like.
Sep 2019 · David Arthur
The Slide Trail offers a good value for riders looking for an efficient all-rounder.
Amazing value for money
Top-end components
Space for water bottle
Very progressive suspension
Divisive looks
Geometry not the most progressive
May 2019 · Christoph Bayer
RADON is on fire right now, releasing one new bike after the other. One of them is the RADON SLIDE TRAIL 8.0. For only € 2,499.
Efficient climber
Easy, intuitive handling
Excellent value for money
Not comfortable on the climbs
Harsh suspension
Fork overwhelmed by fast impacts
| Frame | Carbon Fiber BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC, Charger, Boost Travel: 150mm |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT3, DebonAir, Trunnion mount, 185x55mm Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face, pressfit, 92mm |
| Headset | Acros AzX ZS44/ZS56 |
| Stem | Race Face AEffect R 35, 50mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face AEffect, 35mm diameter, 760mm, 20mm rise |
| Saddle | SDG FLY MTN 2, CrMo |
| Seatpost | SDG Tellis, 125mm on 16", 150mm on 18"/20"/22" Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None |
| Grips | SDG Slater |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8000-GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | None |
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect, direct mount, 170mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX SL-M7000-B, 11-speed, I-Spec B |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46 tooth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG601 |
| Chain Guide | MRP 1X |
| Brakes | Front: Magura MT5, Magura Storm HC 203mm rotor, Rear: Magura MT5, Magura Storm HC 180mm rotor Type: Magura MT5 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Magura MT5 |
| Rims | DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset, 30mm inner width |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset |
| Tires | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Addix-Soft, TLE, Kevlar, 29"x2.35", Rear: Schwalbe Hans Dampf, Addix-Speedgrip, TLE, Kevlar, 29"x2.35" |
First added March 17
Last updated March 17
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