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2018 Intense

Sniper XC Pro

Prix du fabricant

5 999 $US(5 156 €)
Poids10,4 kg  
CadreCarbone
Suspensioncomplet, 100 / 100mm
FourcheFox Factory Float 32
Amortisseur arrièreFox Float DPS Factory
roues29″ Aluminium
Transmission1 × 12
GroupeX01 Eagle, Truvativ Stylo Carbon
FreinsShimano XT Disque hydraulique
Tige de selleCompte-gouttes
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Sniper XC Pro
Other Cross-country bikes
Transmission

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)

47 km/h

Sniper XC Pro

44 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Dimensions
SM

158cm – 171cm

MD

168cm – 180cm

LG

178cm – 189cm

XL

186cm – 199cm

🐐 Estimated

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Commentaires

Résumé

The Intense Sniper is praised for its stable and efficient ride, excelling in both climbing and descending with modern geometry. It offers a versatile performance that blends cross-country speed with trail bike confidence, though some note minor issues with rear stiffness and suspension harshness. Overall, it's a capable and fun bike for aggressive riding.

Pros
  • Stable ride with predictable handling

  • Efficient pedaling and good climbing performance

  • Lightweight frame and modern geometry

  • Versatile for both XC racing and technical terrain

Cons
  • Rear end can flex in high-force corners

  • Mid-stroke suspension may feel harsh on repetitive hits

  • Limited tire clearance and seat tube length for taller riders

Key Quotes
Intense calls the Sniper a 'dedicated pedaling machine' but also says that it’s a 'stable ride that goes where you point it.'
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
It goes like stink when you drop the hammer, with addictive bursts of speed that rival the most potent race-ready rigs.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The Sniper doesn’t judge. It will help you climb like an XC racer and descend like a seasoned downhill pro.
Canadian Cycling Magazine logoCanadian Cycling Magazine

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BikeRadar
Intense Sniper Trail Expert review

déc. 2019 · Mick Kirkman

The fast and feisty Sniper slays accelerations and climbs, and is fun and confident downhill too

Points forts
  • Serious attitude that rewards hard pedal efforts and dynamic riding

  • Suspension and geometry can handle high speeds and rough terrain way better than expected, considering the pace elsewhere

  • Brilliant value

Points faibles
  • You can’t try a bike for size or demo at a local dealer, although Intense’s 14-day ‘ride and return’ scheme gives a full refund if you don’t love your new bike

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Intense Sniper XC Expert review

oct. 2018 · Matt Stetson

Spandex or baggies? Yes

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Mountain Bike Action
Review - Intense Sniper XC Elite

juil. 2018 · McCoy

Cross-country racing has seen a bit of a renaissance in the last couple of years, with World Cup courses becoming more technical and riders demanding more

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Pinkbike
Review: Intense Sniper XC Elite

juil. 2018 · David Arthur

Type “XC bikes are dead” into Google and you get 385,000 results. But if the new Intense Sniper taught me anything, it’s that short travel bikes with proper modern geometry, wide bars, and a dropper post make a complete mockery of this myth.

Points forts
  • Fast and light

  • Modern geometry

  • Wider bars and dropper post

Points faibles
  • Long seat tube

  • Unless racing, Trail version might be better pick

  • Limited tire clearance

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Flow Mountain Bike
Video Review: Intense Sniper XC Elite

juin 2018

Watch our full video review of the Intense Sniper XC. Intense have infused a full-blown XC race bike with their own downhill DNA to create a lightweight, super efficient, race machine. Hear our thoughts after racing it at the Port to Port MTB stage race.

Points forts
  • XC low weight and pedal efficiency with geometry that shreds.

  • Comfortable for four days of racing.

  • Our type of XC race bike.

Points faibles
  • Rear end lacks stiffness.

  • No cable routing provisions for left/rear brake.

  • Dropper became sticky and slow after three days.

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MTBR
Intense Sniper XC and Trail released

mars 2018 · Jordan Villella

Intense launches 100mm XC and 120mm Trail Sniper, designed to rock your race season to the next level. - Mtbr.com

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BIKE Magazine
Intense Introduces the Sniper XC and Trail

mars 2018

Intense's new Sniper pushes XC boundaries while keeping travel low and weight light.

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Géométrie
Spécifications
Construire
Cadre

Carbon Fiber

Norme BBBB86/BB92, Appuyez sur Fit

Fourche

FOX Factory 32 Kashima, 3-postion adjust, 44mm rake, Boost, Kabolt axle

Voyager100mm

Type de ressortAir

Amortisseur arrière

FOX Factory DPS, Kashima, 165mm x 40mm

Voyager100mm

Pédalier

SRAM BB92

Casque

Cane Creek AER Integrated

Tige

Intense Recon Elite, 50mm length

Guidon

Intense Flat, carbon, 760mm width

Selle

Fabric Line Elite with chromoly rails

Tige de selle

KS Lev Ci, carbon, 125mm drop

TypeCompte-gouttes

Pédales

N/A

Poignées

Intense Nano Foam

Groupe
Derailleur arriere

SRAM X01 Eagle

Dérailleur avant

N/A

Manivelle

SRAM Stylo Carbon Eagle Boost GXP, 175mm length

Manettes

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM XG-1295 X01 Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed

Chaîne

SRAM GX Eagle

Guide de chaîne

N/A

Freins

Shimano XT with 160mm Centerlock rotors

TypeShimano XT Disque hydraulique

Leviers de frein

Shimano XT

roues
Jantes

DT Swiss XR 501 Spline, 28 hole

Rayons

DT Swiss

Moyeu avant

DT Swiss 240, Boost front and rear, Centerlock, XD driver

Moyeu arrière

DT Swiss 240, Boost front and rear, Centerlock, XD driver

Pneus

Maxxis Rekon, 2.25" Folding 120tpi DC EXO TR

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