The SB100 is a strong XC climbing machine, but the gravity inspired geometry, 120mm Fox 34 Step-Cast fork and meaty tires are all trail. The result is a perfect blend of pedaling efficiency with downhill prowess. We redesigned the Switch Infinity mechanism specifically for 100mm of travel –it’s light, and tucks behind the seat tube so we can accommodate a water bottle in the front triangle. Big days require big bottles. Instead of chasing feather weight on the build, we spec’d the bike as we tested it –Fox Transfer post, Maxxis 2.3 tires, and 180mm front rotor. It’s still light, but also right. Our pro rider, Geoff Kabush, will be defending his BC Bike Race title on this rig and it will also be his sled of choice for Downieville and the Breck Epic.

Yup, this machine is race ready. With a full X01 drivetrain, the SB100 TURQ Series X01 Eagle Race is begging you to enter that multi-day stage race –Do it, enter the BC Bike Race. Like all the other SB100 models we made sure this trail bike was ready to rip with beefy Maxxis tires and SRAM’s new carbon X01 DUB™ crankset system. Fox’s new Step-Cast 34 120mm fork and SRAM’s Level TLM brakes with 180mm front and 160mm rear rotors,make sure you can get into all kinds of mischief and still dig yourself out. DT Swiss XRC 1200 carbon-wheel upgrade available.