Bombtrack Bicycle Company Audax
Best aluminum hardtail for adventurous trail riders and bikepacking enthusiasts.
This aluminum hardtail turns rugged mountain expeditions into a refined, high-capacity experience. While you sacrifice the supple ride quality of steel, you gain a nimble, trail-ready machine that handles heavy gear loads and technical terrain with absolute ease.
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Who it's for
- Bikepackers and commuters needing extensive gear-carrying options
- Riders seeking a durable, vibration-dampening long-distance setup
- Touring cyclists prioritizing stability and fatigue reduction
Who should skip it
- Riders sensitive to road vibration seeking maximum frame compliance
- Performance riders seeking lightweight frames for quick acceleration
- Cyclists demanding high-end hydraulic braking and premium components
Performance breakdown
Trail Versatility
Handles technical singletrack and long-distance bikepacking expeditions with equal composure.
Frame Durability
Hydro-formed 6061-T6 aluminum offers a robust, impact-resistant chassis for rough terrain.
Suspension Capability
RockShox 35 Gold RL fork provides reliable, predictable travel for aggressive riding.
Cargo Capacity
Exceptional mounting options make this a true workhorse for heavy gear.
Drivetrain Precision
SRAM SX Eagle offers wide-range gearing, though shifts lack high-end crispness.
Technical Handling
Dropper post and modern geometry inspire confidence on steep, technical descents.
Key Specs
Frame
6061-T6 hydro-formed Aluminium, TA, rack / fender mounts, Boost spacing, stealth dropper ready, 73 mm BSA BB shell
Fork
ROCKSHOX 35 GOLD RL suspension fork, 130 mm travel, 1.1/2" - 1.1/8"
Rims
WTB ST i29 double wall, TCS 2.0, 32h
Hubs
Front: BOMBTRACK GRAD Boost sealed hub, 6-bolt disc; Rear: BOMBTRACK GRAD Boost sealed hub, HG driver, 6-bolt disc
Axles
15 x 110 mm / 12 x 148 mm
Tires
KENDA HELLCAT PRO ATC 29" x 2.4" TLR, tubeless ready
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA 73 mm
Crankset
TRUVATIV STYLO 6K aluminum crank, Boost DUB
Chainrings
SRAM EAGLE X-SYNC 2, narrow-wide, 30T
Shifters
SRAM SX-EAGLE 12-speed trigger shifter
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