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2019 Revel

Rascal - Frame

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,799
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 130mm rear
Wheels29″
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews

Summary

The Revel Rascal is a highly refined trail bike that excels in both climbing and descending, offering a lively and composed ride. Its suspension design provides excellent traction, stability, and a bottomless feel on demanding terrain. Despite being a newcomer, the bike features thoughtful details like internal cable routing and a geometry that inspires confidence.

Pros
  • Excellent suspension performance with high traction and stability

  • Refined geometry that handles technical terrain well

  • Thoughtful frame details like internal cable routing and water bottle space

Cons
  • Suspension can feel slightly dead or stiff when pedaling

  • Limited tire clearance compared to some competitors

  • Climbing efficiency not as strong as other designs

Key Quotes
the Rascal exceeded my expectations in almost every way
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Revel hit the ground running with two models characterized by a level of refinement we’d expect from a long-established brand.
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Quick, lively, and nimble, Revel's Rascal is a unique bike that delivers a high-performance ride.
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Review: The 2020 Revel Rascal's Suspension Design Lives Up to the Hype

Jun 2020 · Daniel Sapp

The Rascal is a lively 130mm trail bike with a unique suspension design.

Highs
  • Excellent ride quality both climbing and descending

  • Attention to detail

  • Suspension design lives up to its hype

Lows
  • SRAM only spec leaves Shimano fans out

  • Dirt pockets / loam shelf are difficult to clean

  • Paint durability

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Velo
Revel Rascal mountain bike review

Apr 2020 · Dan Cavallari

I liked the Rascal so much — both climbing and descending — that I bought it. Read why.

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Bikerumor
Review: Revel Rascal exceeds expectations w/ big hit performance, short travel package

Jun 2019 · Zach Overholt

The Revel Rascal is an all new bike from an all new bike company. Did it live up to the hype? Depending on your wants, absolutely...

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Mountain Flyer
First Impressions: Revel Rascal XO1

Mar 2019

Carbondale, Colorado-based Revel Bikes burst onto the stage on March 1 with the announcement of two full carbon models built around the acclaimed Canfield Balance Formula (CBF) linkage design.

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BIKE Magazine
First Ride—Revel Rascal

Mar 2019

Revel Bikes made its public debut at the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival this past weekend.

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
First Ride Review: Revel Rascal – a new high-end brand from Colorado

Feb 2019 · Moritz Dittmar

Real innovation or just bold marketing slogans full of hot air? Revel Bikes is another ambitious newcomer lining up at the starting blocks and we were the only magazine in the world fortunate enough to review the Revel Rascal. Does the brand new 29” trail bike from Colorado have what it takes? Revel Bikes, the […]

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Bottom Bracket

Threaded (73mm English threaded)

Seatpost

31.6mm (use our size guide to choose the best dropper height!)

TypeDropper

Groupset
Chain Guide

Custom Revel guide included

Brakes

180mm post mount / 203mm max

TypeHydraulic Disc

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