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SB5.5 Carbon GX Eagle
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,399| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle, GX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Yeti SB55 is a highly capable trail bike, praised for its exceptional climbing and descending abilities, thanks to its superlative suspension performance and versatile design. It's described as a great all-rounder, comfortable for all-day rides, and fun to flick about and jump, making it a favorite among riders. However, its formidable price tag and firm suspension at high speeds are noted drawbacks.
Exceptional climbing and descending abilities
Superlative suspension performance
Versatile and comfortable for all-day rides
Fun and playful handling
High-quality design and components
Formidable price tag
Firm suspension at high speeds
Long reach for a drink bottle
Expensive
You just don’t get hung up on anything
BIKE MagazinePure class
Flow Mountain BikeWith only 140mm of travel, this 29er is highly playful – which suits Kelley’s riding style just fine.
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Oct 2017 · Saris Mercanti
Cody Kelley is fast becoming a popular name in enduro due to his killer style, flowing locks, and infectious good humor. Here’s a close look at this race bike of choice. - Mtbr.com
Mar 2017 · Francesco Mazza
[ad3] After the comparative test between the Trek Slash and the Specialized Enduro 29, we are once again testing a 29er Enduro bike a lot of riders are curious about. The Yeti SB5.5 is a not so aggressive and more of an all around bike, which means it is more balanced between climbing and descending than the mentioned competitors, which are more downhill oriented. DSB provided us a with custom build of the SB5.5 based on the XX1 Eagle kit specs and then modified by the Italian distributor with other components from the brands that he imports in Italy. We
Mar 2017
What is it? The SB5.5 is Yeti’s long-travel trail bike, it’s built with pretty aggressive parts, meaty tyres, wide bars, piggyback rear shock and massive 160mm travel 36mm diameter leg forks. Sitting below it with 29″ wheels also is the trail oriented SB4.5 and cross country racer ASR with women’s specific ASR Beti. It’s absolutely …
Gorgeous.
Great all-rounder.
Confident in rough terrain.
Efficient climber.
Firm suspension at high speeds.
Long reach for a drink bottle.
Jan 2017
The Yeti SB5.5 might be the most capable all-rounder the Colorado brand has ever created.
| Frame | Carbon Fiber BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Performance 36 Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Performance DPX2, 7.875" x 2.25" Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP BB92 |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 Inset Taper |
| Stem | Race Face Respond, 45mm length |
| Handlebar | Race Face Respond, 785mm width |
| Saddle | WTB Custom |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Ergon GA2 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM 1275 Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R, Centerline 180mm rotors Type: SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide R |
| Rims | DT Swiss M1900, 30mm |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | DT Swiss |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29" x 2.5", Rear: Maxxis Aggressor, 29" x 2.3" |
First added April 14
Last updated April 14
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