It's right for you if...
You measure your rides in speed and distance, and want a fast XC bike that will help you cover more trail in less time. You race, or you could see yourself getting into racing, so you want a hardtail with competition-level parts that can give you an advantage on the trail.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminium frame, a RockShox Recon Gold 100mm suspension air fork, a Shimano XT/SLX 1x12 drivetrain with a wide range of gears for easier climbing. Plus, tubeless-ready wheels with wider Boost141 hubs for increased wheel strength and better tyre clearance, and a dropper post for getting low on descents.
The final word
The X-Caliber 9 is a speedy, nimble and efficient XC hardtail that's perfect for riders with a racing pedigree and anyone who dreams of covering epic distances out on the trail.
Why you'll love it
- It's a great bike for someone who's just getting into serious racing: you get high-end XC parts on an incredible frame with enough cash left over for entry fees
- There's nothing as sweet as a silent ride: the clutch rear derailleur prevents chain slap, even in the rough
- The frame is fully compatible with higher-end parts, like racing wheels, if you ever find the need to upgrade
- The 1x drivetrain delivers a wide range of gearing with the simplicity of a single shifter
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Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
Frameset
| Frame | Alpha Gold Aluminium, tapered head tube, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, Boost141, 5 mm QR |
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| *Fork | Size: S RockShox Recon Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 37 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 100 mm travel |
| Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL RockShox Recon Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 100 mm travel |
Wheels
| Hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
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| Hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost141, 5 mm QR |
| Rim | Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve |
| Spokes | 15 g stainless steel |
| *Tyre | Size: S Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60 tpi, 27.5x2.35" |
| Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.35" |
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| *Tyre part | Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager TLR valve, 50 mm |
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| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
Drivetrain
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog |
| *Crank | Size: S , M Shimano MT611, 30T steel ring, alloy spider, Boost, 170 mm length |
| Size: ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano MT611, 30T steel ring, alloy spider, Boost, 175 mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Shimano SM-BB52, 73 mm, threaded external bearing |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Pedal | VP-536 nylon platform |
Components
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
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| *Seatpost | Size: S , M TranzX JD-YSP18, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 361 mm length |
| Size: ML , L , XL , XXL TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 425 mm length |
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| *Handlebar | Size: S , M Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width |
| Size: ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width |
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| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem | Size: S Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length |
| Size: M , ML Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
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| Size: L Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length |
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| Size: XL , XXL Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length |
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| Head set | Semi-integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, alloy cups, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| Brake | Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 calliper |
| *Brake rotor | Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 180 mm |
| Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 160 mm |
Weight
| Weight | M - 27.60 lb / 12.52 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |