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First Look: 2015 Intense Carbine 29 Factory Issue

13.09.2014
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Intense have made some small changes to their bikes for 2015, one highlight was their new more affordable Tracer for under $3000, but before we get to that, lets have a quick look at their super sexy, no expense spared Carbine 29 Factory Issue. This bike looked simply incredible in the flesh, if you cannot afford it, you had better stop looking now!

The Carbine is a 29 inch, 140mm trail bike, built for speed.
The Carbine is a 29 inch, 140mm trail bike, built for speed.

The Carbine Factory is a 160/140mm 29er trail bike aimed firmly at speed and fun, combining a graceful carbon frame with a dream build. For 2015 the Carbine has an all new graphic package, available in 2 colours. The bike has been upgraded to feature an all new rear triangle with carbon integrated dropouts for a sleeker more refined look, and also provides a stiffer swingarm. We take a look at the top of the line Factory model.

Intense has an impressive racing heritage, clear in the smooth lines of the frame.
Intense has an impressive racing heritage, clear in the smooth lines of the frame.
The Factory model is a no expense spared build, full XX1 supplies the drive.
The Factory model is a no expense spared build, full XX1 supplies the drive.
For 2015 Intense are running the Cane Creek DBinline Air Shock in 200mm x 55mm.
For 2015 Intense are running the Cane Creek DBinline Air Shock in 200mm x 55mm.
A full Renthal cockpit, keeps the dream spec going with a Fatbar Carbon Bar and a short Duo stem.
A full Renthal cockpit, keeps the dream spec going with a Fatbar Carbon Bar and a short Duo stem.
Front suspension is managed expertly by a 160mm Pike RCT3 fork.
Front suspension is managed expertly by a 160mm Pike RCT3 fork.
The VPP suspension platform minimises pedal feedback on suspension action.
The VPP suspension platform minimises pedal feedback on suspension action.
For 2015 the rear triangle has been upgraded to feature carbon integrated dropouts for a sleeker more refined look.
For 2015 the rear triangle has been upgraded to feature carbon integrated dropouts for a sleeker more refined look.
The wheelset is something special too, ENVE M70 Rims laced to 240 hubs.
The wheelset is something special too, ENVE M70 Rims laced to 240 hubs.
The integrated downhill Flak Guard Armor is a nice touch.
The integrated downhill Flak Guard Armor is a nice touch.
Shimano XTR brakes are aggressive stoppers
Shimano XTR brakes are aggressive stoppers
Full SRAM XX1, XTR brakes and a reverb seatpost, nothing missing here.
Full SRAM XX1, XTR brakes and a reverb seatpost, nothing missing here.

For more information, check out the Intense website

Words and Photos: Trev Worsey

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