2020 Radon

SLIDE TRAIL 8.0

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

€2,499($2,746)
Weight31.3 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkRockShox Revelation RC
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select+
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle, NX Eagle
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
SLIDE TRAIL 8.0
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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)

24 mph

SLIDE TRAIL 8.0

26 mph

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Reviews
MBR
Radon Slide Trail 9.0: Direct-Sales Trail Bike of the Year - MBR

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.

Highs
  • Price: €2,999. Excellent suspension and handling. A ton of fun to ride.

Lows
  • Freehub body can spill its guts. Saddle won't suit everyone

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Singletrack World
Radon Slide Trail 8.0 Review | There's A Lot To Like

Nov 2019 · David Hayward

David checks out this value packed full suspension 29er, and finds there's plenty to like.

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Pinkbike
Review: Radon Slide Trail 10.0

Sep 2019 · David Arthur

The Slide Trail offers a good value for riders looking for an efficient all-rounder.

Highs
  • Amazing value for money

  • Top-end components

  • Space for water bottle

Lows
  • Very progressive suspension

  • Divisive looks

  • Geometry not the most progressive

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
RADON SLIDE TRAIL 8.0 in review

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.

Highs
  • Efficient climber

  • Easy, intuitive handling

  • Excellent value for money

Lows
  • Not comfortable on the climbs

  • Harsh suspension

  • Fork overwhelmed by fast impacts

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

SLIDE TRAIL 29; Material: Carbon mainframe, alloy rear triangle, Max. width tire: 2.4", Flip Chip for geometry adjusting, Hanger: #10240

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorStealthgrey / Deepblack

Fork

Rock Shox Revelation, RC, Debon Air, Boost

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Rock Shox Deluxe Select+, Debon Air, Trunnion Mount, 185 x 55mm

Travel140mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB, PressFit, 92mm

Headset

Acros AzX, ZS44/ZS56

Stem

Race Face Æffect R, 35mm; 16"/50mm, 18"/50mm, 20"/50mm, 22"/50mm

Handlebar

Race Face Æffect, 35 x 760mm, 20mm rise

Saddle

SDG RADAR

Seatpost

Radon Competition Dropper, 31.6mm; 16"/125mm, 18"/150mm, 20"/150mm, 22"/150mm

TypeDropper

Pedals

not included

Grips

SDG Slater

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Crank

SRAM X1 1000 Eagle DUB, 30T, 170mm, Boost

Shifters

SRAM NX Eagle, Shiftmix

Cassette

SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50

Chain

SRAM SX Eagle

Chain Guide

MRP 1X, ISCG05

Brakes

Magura MT5

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Magura MT5

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss M1900 Spline 29, 30mm, 110/148mm

Spokes

DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset

Front Hub

DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear

Rear Hub

DT Swiss M1900 Spline wheelset, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHF Skinwall Dual, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II Skinwall Dual, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.4" WT

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