Mountain Biking UK

PIVOT LES SL 29 PRO XT / XTR

There’s a pun in the name, but the LES SL 29 is no joke when the going gets tough. This carbon race bike features clean lines, a sub-800g frame weight (small, claimed) and a fun ride feel.

THE FRAME

Pivot say the way their carbon fibre frames are laid up takes into account the projected rider weight – so a lighter rider on a small frame should get the same ride feel as a heavier rider on an extra-large bike. They’re also built to have smooth internal ‘tube’ walls, to reduce stress risers and improve durability.

The LES SL frame features all

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