The Pivot Trail 429 has always been the most versatile bike in Pivot’s portfolio. The new edition has taken things one step further, differentiating itself even more from its bigger brothers. We’ve put together everything you need to know about the latest Pivot.

Pivot Trail 429 – 27,5+
Pivot Trail 429 – 27.5+
Pivot Trail 429 – 29″

First of all, what hasn’t changed? The new Pivot Trail 429 will still comfortably take 29″ wheels with a maximum tyre width of 2.4″ or 27.5+ tyres up to 3.0″ wide. The front suspension travel has remained constant at 130 mm, while the rear travel has increased by 4 mm, now offering 120 mm. Pivot also remains true to the DW-Link rear linkage, so that with it’s virtual pivot point the Pivot Trail 429 should be supple and sensitive while staying neutral when pedalling. Thanks to the elaborate manufacturing process of the carbon frame, Pivot provides a 10-year warranty on the frame.

Das neue Pivot Trail 429 lässt sich weiterhin in 29” und 27.5+ fahren
When it comes to travel, the Pivot 429 Trail hasn’t changed too much

The list of new features, on the other hand, is much longer. The Pivot Trail 429 will no longer take a front derailleur, so it’s 1x specific. In its place, you’ve got a considerably wider rocker link, which not only increases the stiffness and longevity of the frame but also makes 430 mm short chainstays possible. Pivot’s DH-Bike Phoenix inspired the design and construction of the new rocker links. Another new feature is the Super Boost Plus rear end, which, at 157 mm, is almost one centimetre wider than the standard 148 mm Boost. It shouldn’t only make for a stiffer, stronger wheel but for the first time Pivot is also able to offer a size XS 29er. The disadvantages are obvious: wheels are currently only compatible with DT Swiss, Reynolds or Industry Nine hubs and Super Boost Plus compatible cranks are also limited. Unlike its predecessor, the cables are now routed internally.

Das Pivot Trail 429 verzichtet auf die Möglichkeit einen Umwerfer montieren zu können
The Pivot 429 Trail will no longer take a front derailleur, so it’s 1x specific. In its place, the rocker links have grown considerably and are designed to provide added stiffness and durability.
Protected – the chain can’t harm the carbon frame
The team from Arizona continues to rely on the Dave Weagle link on the latest Pivot
As befits a decent Trailbike, the Pivot 429 Trail has plenty of room for 750 ml water bottle

Features of the Pivot Trail 429

The three spec variants Race, Pro and Team, will be available in a 29″ and a 27.5+ version. Also, you can choose between a 1×12 SRAM or 1×11 Shimano drivetrain with any one of the spec and wheel size options. So you get a total of 12 available combinations. The SRAM drivetrain in the most affordable configuration is not a pure X01 groupset, but a mixture of a GX Eagle cassette and SRAM X1 cranks. The Pro build comes with a complete SRAM X01 Eagle drivetrain. All 29″ models are shod with Maxxis Minion DHRII 2.4″ tyres at the front, and Maxxis Rekon 2.4″ at the rear and the 27.5+ models come exclusively with 2.8″ wide Maxxis Rekon tyres. To make the Trail 429 even more potent on the downhills, you’ll be able to mount a FOX DPX2 shock and a FOX 36 fork, offering a maximum travel of 140 mm.

As standard, Pivot specs the bike with FOX 34 fork. For those who want to turn their 429 Trail into a mini enduro bike, Pivot also approves running a FOX 36 with 140 mm of travel.
The new Pivot comes standard with A FOX DPS shock…
For an additional € 149, you can upgrade to the DPX2 shock instead

Team Build 29″
€ 9,349/€ 10,399

Fork FOX 34 Factory, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Factory DPS
Brakes Shimano XTR/SRAM Guide Ultimate
Drivetrain Shimano XTR/SRAM XX1 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Rims Reynolds Black Label Carbon
Hubs Industrie Nine
Tires Maxxis DHRII 2.4″/Maxxis Rekon 2.4″

Team Build 27.5″
€ 9,349/€ 10,399

Fork FOX 34 Factory, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Factory DPS
Brakes Shimano XTR/SRAM Guide Ultimate
Drivetrain Shimano XTR/SRAM XX1 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Rims Reynolds Black Label Carbon
Hubs Industrie Nine
Tires Maxxis Rekon 2.8″

Pro Build 29″
€ 6,799/€ 8,149

Fork FOX 34 Factory, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Factory DPS
Brakes Shimano XT
Drivetrain Shimano XT/SRAM X01 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Wheels DT Swiss M1700
Tires Maxxis DHRII 2.4″/Maxxis Rekon 2.4″

Pro Build 27.5″
€ 6,799/€ 8,149

Fork FOX 34 Factory, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Factory DPS
Brakes Shimano XT
Drivetrain Shimano XT/SRAM X01 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Wheels DT Swiss M1700
Tires Maxxis Rekon 2.8″

Race Build 29″
€ 5,649/€ 6,199

Fork FOX 34 Performance, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Performance DPS
Brakes Shimano SLX
Drivetrain Shimano SLX/SRAM X01 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Wheels SUN Ringlé DUROC
Tires Maxxis DHRII 2.4″/Maxxis Rekon 2.4″

Race Build 27.5″
€ 5,649/€ 6,199

Fork FOX 34 Performance, 130 mm
Rear shock FOX Float Performance DPS
Brakes Shimano SLX
Drivetrain Shimano SLX/SRAM X01 Eagle
Seatpost FOX Transfer
Wheels SUN Ringlé DUROC
Tires Maxxis Rekon 2.8″

The geometry of the Pivot Trail 429

In addition to the many new details on the frame, the geometry of the Pivot Trail 429 has evolved as well. Overall, the new Trail 429 has adapted to the modern requirements of a trail bike and got a 0.2° slacker head angle of 67.3°. The seat tube angle, on the other hand, has changed significantly, steepening to 74°. The reach is similar to that of the 5.5 and has grown by 2.85 cm on average. The chainstays have shrunk to just 430 mm so that the bike remains agile despite the lengthened front triangle. To ensure that the geometries of the 29″ and 27.5″ wheel configurations are approximately the same, each Trail 429 comes with a 17 mm spacer, which is installed under the head tube of the 650b version. The spacer can also be used on the 29″ version to bring up the front and make the head angle even slacker.

The 17 mm cup under the head tube compensates for the height difference of 650b wheels, so both wheel-size configurations of the 429 Trail have similar geometries
You could also use the 17 mm spacer under the head tube if you’re looking for a higher front end and a slacker head angle on the 29″ 429 Trail
Size 27.5″/29″ XS S M L XL
Seat tube 365 mm 394 mm 425 mm 457 mm 495 mm
Top tube 554 mm/552 mm 583 mm/581 mm 616 mm/615 mm 638 mm/636 mm 661 mm/659 mm
Head tube 85 mm 90 mm 102 mm 108 mm 120 mm
Head angle 66.4°/67.0° 66.7°/67.3° 66.7°/67.3° 66.7°/67.3° 66.7°/67.3°
Seat angle 73.9°/74.5° 73.4°/74.0° 73.4°/74.0° 73.4°/74.0° 73.4°/74.0°
Chainstay 430 mm 430 mm 430 mm 430 mm 430 mm
BB Height 34.8 mm/34.3 mm 34.8 mm/34.3 mm 34.7 mm/34.3 mm 34.7 mm/34.3 mm 34.7 mm/34.3 mm
Wheelbase 1,116 mm/1,111 mm 1,135 mm/1,130 mm 1,169 mm/1,164 mm 1,192 mm/1,187 mm 1,216 mm/1,121 mm
Reach 384 mm/390 mm 404 mm/410 mm 434 mm/440 mm 454 mm/460 mm 474 mm/480 mm
Stack 588 mm/583 mm 594 mm/590 mm 605 mm/601 mm 611 mm/606 mm 622 mm/617 mm

Pricing and availability

All models will be available online and at your local Pivot dealer from 17 May 2018. The entry-level Race model with an XT drivetrain goes for € 5,399. The top of the range model with FOX Factory suspension, a SRAM XX1 Eagle drivetrain and Reynolds Blacklabel Carbon wheels will cost € 9,999. It’s possible to upgrade the middle configuration to the Reynolds Blacklabel enduro wheelset with Industry Nine hubs for approx. € 1,500 extra. For an additional charge of € 149, The FOX DPX2 is available on every version.

Conclusion

On paper, the new Pivot Trail 429 looks like a very successful revamp with lots of smart details. Whether the change to Super Boost Plus pays off on the trail remains to be seen. We can’t wait to have a closer look at the bike and take it for a ride!

For more information head to pivotcycles.com


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