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Izzo CORE 2 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,299| Weight | 32.2 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'8" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'5"
6'3" – 6'9"
Summary
The YT Izzo is a lightweight and agile trail bike that excels in climbing and efficient pedaling, offering a playful and responsive ride. Its modern geometry and suspension provide good support and traction, making it capable on a variety of trails. However, it can be overwhelmed in aggressive terrain and has some minor setup and component drawbacks.
Excellent climbing performance
Lightweight and agile handling
Good value for money with high-quality components
Modern geometry with adjustable flip chip
Efficient and responsive suspension
Can be overwhelmed in aggressive or steep terrain
Some models have tight clearance around shock air valve
Tire grip may be insufficient on loose surfaces
Occasional issues with freehub engagement and dropper posts
The Izzo was hands down my favorite climber.
BetaThe Izzo is a serious blast to ride.
Bike PerfectYT’s first go at an XC race bike impressed me no end.
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Jan 2025 · Cory Benson
The 2025 YT Izzo Core isn’t all new. But with longer forks, slacker geo, burly builds & lower prices than ever, this is a killer trail bike!
May 2023 · Ron Koch
This short-travel bike takes some cues from the long-travel models that YT is known for, but has an entirely new set of design parameters: being light and efficient enough to be fun anywhere on the mountain, uphill or down.
Jan 2023 · Robert Johnston
Likening the Izzo to a Katana was so unbelievably spot on. It’s agile, responsive and fast, but still packs enough strength in its reserves...
Excellent pedaling
Very smart spec
More capable than you’d expect
Serious fun
Not ultra sensitive
Jul 2022 · Jason_Schroeder
YT’s dedicated trail bike aims to foster efficiency and speed climbing while maintaining its shred-everything DNA on the way back down.
May 2022 · Tom Marvin
Nimble handling and fast acceleration can be a blast, but its limits lie on steeper tracks
Fast and fun on the right tracks, the Izzo begs for another lap
Compromised tyres and brakes hold it back
Rear suspension not ideal on gnarlier terrain
May 2022 · Richard Owen
YT inject a short-travel bike with their gravity DNA and the Izzo is the result
Best short-travel trail bike contender
Climbs brilliantly
Full carbon frame
Decent value spec
Fidlock bottle fitting included
Front tire is unpredictable in tougher conditions
Noticeably laggy freehub pick-up
Additional fees for packing and shipping
Apr 2022 · Mike Kazimer
The Izzo is what I'd consider a purebred trail bike, a bike where the ideal ride includes multiple climbs and descents, rather than grinding up a fireroad and bombing down a steep track back to the bottom. . .
Excellent climbing performance
Light and lively; well suited for rolling terrain
Very good parts spec for the price
Tight clearance around shock air valve limits pump choices
Apr 2022 · Mike Kazimer
The YT Izzo Core 2 offers exceptional value for the money, and the only carbon-framed test bikes at this year's Value Field Test.
Excellent climbing performance
Light and lively; well suited for rolling terrain
Very good parts spec for the price
Tight clearance around shock air valve limits pump choices
| Fork | FOX 34 FLOAT PERFORMANCE, 29“ | 130 mm Travel | 110 x 15 mm QR Axle | 44 mm Offset | Grip Damper, Adjustable Low-Speed Compression and Rebound, Air Pressure Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
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| Shock | FOX FLOAT PERFORMANCE, Shock Length: 210 mm | Shock Stroke: 55 mm ≙ 130 mm Travel | 2-pos lever, 0.2 Spacer, custom tune Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Pressfit, BB DUB PF 92 MTB |
| Headset | ACROS AZX, 586 Block Lock (S-M), 576 (L-XXL) I 2 Spacer 5 mm |
| Stem | RACE FACE AEFFECT R 35, Length 50 mm (S-M), 60 mm (L-XXL) | 35 mm Clamp | Rise +/-6° |
| Handlebar | RACE FACE AEFFECT R 35, Width 780 mm | Rise 20 mm | 9° Back Sweep | 5° Up Sweep | 7075 AL |
| Saddle | SDG BEL AIR Overland 3.0, YT Custom | Width 140 mm I Lux-Alloy Rail |
| Seatpost | YT POSTMAN V2, Ø 31,6mm I MMX-Remote | Adjustable drop 25/10/5mm | 100 mm (S) I 125 mm (M) | 150 mm (L) | 170 mm (XL) | 200mm (XXL) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | ODI ELITE MOTION V2.1, Lock On |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX EAGLE, 12-speed |
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| Crank | SRAM NX EAGLE, Crank Arm Length 170 mm (S), 175 mm (M-XXL) | 32T | DUB |
| Shifters | SRAM NX EAGLE, 12-speed I MMX |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1230 Eagle, 11-50T | 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 R, Rotor CENTERLINE Ø front 200 mm / rear 180 mm | Adjustable Reach Type: SRAM G2 R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | CRANKBROTHERS SYNTHESIS XCT ALLOY, Aluminium rims 29” | Front: Inner Width 26.5mm | 110 x 15mm | 6-Bolt, Rear: Inner Width 24.5mm | 148 x 12mm | 6-Bolt | Freehub HG |
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| Tires | MAXXIS MINION DHR II, Front: 29’’ x 2.4 WT I 3C MaxxTerra I EXO I TR, Rear: 29’’ x 2.4 WT I Dual Compound I EXO I TR |
First added July 17
Last updated January 4
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