2025 Pivot

Trailcat LT Frame

The Trailcat LT shines on janky trails that requires careful and precise riding.

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Pivot’s latest trail bike, the Trailcat, brings two suspension travel options to the fray on a bike that’s set to please those who seek both efficiency and all-out capability. Equipped with all of the mod cons, a very well-sorted rear end, and a diligently considered geometry, Pivot has nailed the formula of trail bike excellence, but a few quirks hold the Trailcat LT Pro X0 back from utter perfection, and of course, it’s not a cheap bike.

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Pivot’s Trailcat comes in two formats, the 140 / 120mm travel SL and the 150 / 135mm travel LT here. Both share the same relatively light, ultra high quality frame but are separated by different linkages, shocks and shock positions. Gorgeously packaged looks and premium quality control come at a high price though. I’m not alone in struggling with the default shock tune either and many of Pivot’s signature features have significant cons too. – Short of time? Click here to skip to the verdict – Pivot Trailcat LT need to know Longer Travel version of Trailcat trail bike, with 135mm of DW Link suspension HollowCore carbon frame with 29er wheels and mullet potential thanks to a flip chip Tool Shed internal storage, chainstay protection and new internal cable routing Frame and geometry Pivot’s Trailcats slide in between the brand’s 429 and Switchblade bikes with a mid travel competitive frameset weight of just under 3kg, despite the extra mass of the piggyback Float X shock. A recent move to lifetime frame warranty supports Pivot’s excellent reputation for high quality construction too, with every frame checked pre-build rather than a percentage sample. Alignments are excellent and the big pivots and forged linkages move like silk with the shock removed. And Pivot it’s also confident enough in its QC to stick with a Press Fit rather than screw in bottom bracket. The new Tool Shed internal storage in the downtube only adds 50g to the frame weight and the locking lever, padded back and magnetic chain link in the lid are really neatly done as well. While the brake hose and cable are free range within the frame they’re securely clamped at each end. You can also run them either side of the head tube depending on your braking preference and noise is further muted by extensive rubber chain slap protection on the swingarm. To keep 2.6in of rear tyre clearance in a relatively short (433mm), very stiff rear end, Pivot is one of the few brands still persevering with Super Boost 157mm rear hub spacing. While I respect its stubborn engineering stance, it undoubtedly makes sourcing replacement or spare rear wheels and hubs much harder. My sample also developed a BB creak during testing, which anecdotal evidence suggests isn’t rare. Oh and the slim down tube means the Tool Shed aperture is awkwardly narrow and even getting a super light, low volume TPU tube in or out is a real fight. The eccentric geometry chip was also so tight on my sample I couldn’t physically budge it for fear of damaging the bolt, which meant I couldn’t try the high geo setting and its 6mm lift. But with a BB drop of 34mm and too high 339mm static height you’ll likely only want to use that if you’re slotting in a mullet rear wheel. Otherwise the 65.3° head angle and 474mm reach on the large are a happy average for this category of bike. It’s worth noting the forward foot of …Continue reading »

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Pivot’s all-new carbon Trailcat is 2-Trail-Bikes-in-1: Pick superlight 120mm SL or long travel 135mm LT for all your mountain biking needs…

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We tested the 2025 Pivot Trailcat – how did the American short-travel bike fare on the trail?

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