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2026 Transition

Sentinel Carbon XT Di2

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

$7,999
Weight32.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 150 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 36
ShockFox Float X2 Factory
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetXT Di2
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic 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

Sentinel Carbon XT Di2

26 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

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Sizing
SM

5'0" – 5'7"

MD

5'4" – 6'0"

LG

5'8" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Bicycling
Is the Transition Sentinel a Superbike Hiding in Plain Sight?

Oct 2024

The latest iteration of Transition’s 150mm travel trail bike features in-frame storage and more balanced performance.

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
The new 2025 Transition Sentinel on test

Oct 2024 · Peter Walker

We have tested the new and radical trail bike – the Transition Sentinel 2025 – for you.

Highs
  • Well-matched components

  • Cool detail updates

  • Inspires huge amounts of confidence downhill

  • Rear suspension is progressive and generates plenty of traction

Lows
  • Comfortable climber

  • Tight space around the BOOM Box

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MTB Mag
[First Ride] Transition Sentinel V3

Oct 2024 · Ian Collins

In July I attended the launch of a new bike which I’ve given very high praise in its past iteration – the Transition Sentinel. Now in its third time around, the already highly versatile rig boasts updated geometry and improved kinematics as well as downtube storage, fully internal cable routing and a flip chip. I managed to get a few solid rides in on the new bike deep in the middle of Summer. Luckily, that coincided with a one-off rain storm that revitalized the local soil during an atypically dry Summer in Bellingham, Washington. The trails I rode included all

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NSMB
2025 Transition Sentinel

Oct 2024

The Sentinel has always been known as a trail bike that can be bent to fit different categories. The latest version continues the tradition.

Highs
  • Versatile trail bike handling widest spectrum of rides

  • Climbs better than ever with tweaked leverage curve

  • Stable and composed descending, especially when pushed hard

  • Sensible spec choices and pricing

  • BOOM Box in-frame storage with low door separate from bottle mount

  • Comes with Fidlock bottle plate and tool mount eyelets

  • Cable ports on both sides for wired shifting and easy brake swaps

Lows
  • DT Swiss M 1900 wheels are heavy

  • Some bikes in this category climb better

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Pinkbike
First Ride: The 2025 Transition Sentinel is 29" and MX-Capable

Oct 2024 · Jessie-May Morgan

As is stock, it was provided with dual 29" wheels, with the 205mm x 60mm shock giving 150mm of rear wheel travel.

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Singletracks
The 2025 Transition Sentinel v3 is like a BMX bike’s bigger brother — powerful, fun, and ready for action [Review]

Oct 2024 · Tim Wild

I’m never going to threaten the podium at an enduro race — but the Transition Sentinel made me feel as if I could, and ride as if I should.

Highs
  • Super-nimble ride feel for such a large bike

  • Improved shock mount

  • Flip-chip allows for mixed wheel setup

Lows
  • Needs to be locked out to climb well

  • Might take some work to get the correct sizing

  • Seat clamp bolt could be recessed for weather protection

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Singletrack World
Transition Sentinel 2025: First Ride Review+

Oct 2024 · Singletrack Magazine

Transition Sentinel: 29er seeks adventurous riders for mutual outdoor fun. Sleek, sexy and BMX-y. 160mm up front, 150mm out back. Roving reporter Tim WIld tries out a 2025 Deep Purple Transition Se…

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Sentinel Carbon 150mm

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorsSilver Mist; Desert Dusk

Fork

Fox 36 Factory Grip X2, (160mm)

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float X2 Factory, (205x60mm)

Travel150mm

Bottom Bracket

73mm BSA Threaded

Headset

FSA No.57E

Stem

Race Face Turbine R (40mm)

Handlebar

Race Face Era, SM(780x20), MD(780x40), LG/XL(800x40)

Saddle

SDG Bel Air 3 LUX

Seatpost

Fox Transfer Factory, SM(150mm), MD(180mm), LG(210mm), XL(240mm)

TypeDropper

Grips

ODI Elite Flow Lock-On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT Di2 RD-M8250-SGS

Crank

Shimano XT FC-8200, 29(30t/165mm), 27.5(32t/165mm)

Shifters

Shimano XT Di2 SW-M8250-R

Cassette

Shimano XT CS-M8200 (10-51t)

Chain

Shimano XT CN-8100

Chain Guide

ISCG05

Brakes

Shimano XT M8220 4 Piston

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss XM 1700 Spline 30

Spokes

DT Swiss Competition Race

Front Hub

DT Swiss 350 Ratchet DEG 72 DF - Anti Kickback

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350 Ratchet DEG 72 DF - Anti Kickback

Tires

Front: Schwalbe Albert, Trail Evo, Ultra Soft (2.5), Rear: Schwalbe Albert, Trail Evo, Soft (2.5)

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT86 (203mm)

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