Pivot Trail 429
Best high-performance trail bike for aggressive, efficiency-minded mountain bikers.
This is the ultimate do-it-all trail machine for riders who refuse to compromise on efficiency or capability. Its sophisticated suspension platform climbs with surprising ease while remaining composed on technical descents. You sacrifice the simplicity of a lighter, stripped-down bike, but you gain a versatile, high-performance ride that handles everything from all-day epics to aggressive singletrack.
$7499.00
Who it's for
- Climbers seeking efficiency on steep, technical ascents
- Riders demanding top-tier, race-ready components out of the box
- Versatile cyclists wanting one bike for varied trail conditions
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for better value in the category
- Mechanics preferring low-maintenance, simple suspension designs
- Enduro riders tackling massive drops and high-speed, rough terrain
Performance breakdown
Suspension efficiency
The DW-Link design provides exceptional pedaling platform stability and traction.
Frame stiffness
Hollow-core carbon construction delivers precise handling through technical, high-speed corners.
Drivetrain precision
Shimano XTR and XT components offer crisp, reliable shifting under heavy load.
Braking power
Four-piston calipers provide confident, consistent stopping power on steep, aggressive descents.
Component durability
High-end Fox Factory and DT Swiss parts withstand rigorous, long-term trail abuse.
Climbing agility
Lightweight frame geometry makes short work of steep, technical uphill sections.
Key Specs
Frame Material
Pivot hollow-core carbon
Suspension
DW-Link
Rear Shock
FOX Float Factory DPS
Rear Travel
120mm
Fork
Fox Factory 34 GRIP2
Front Travel
130mm
Headset
Pivot precision sealed cartridge
Shifters
Shimano XT M8100 ISPEC EV
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100 SGS
ISCG Tabs
ISCG-05
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