Pivot Trail 429 Pro XT/XTR Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Pivot Trail 429 Pro XT/XTR Mountain Bike

Blurring the lines between, trail, cross country, and enduro, the Trail 429 Pro XT/XTR Mountain Bike keeps on surprising us with its adaptability. Modeled after its world-cup winning and cross-country driven Mach 4 SL, the frame redesign drops 300g off a size large frame compared to the previous generation of Trail 429. We don´t want to get caught in a trap of "climbs like a goat, descends like a demon" cliches, but with the new 429, it´s hard to describe the feeling in a simpler way.

Geometry is covered with the new 429, and the longer, slacker, and steeper treatment we see on bikes nowadays hits home with Pivot´s new ride. Already over a degree slacker than its predecessor, the Trail 429 can be slacked out even further with the integrated flip-chip. The seat-tube is also half a degree steeper than the previous model, and for us out here in the mountains or down in the desert, we couldn´t be more thankful. The steep seat angle allows us to pedal hard up steep gradients without getting out of the saddle, and the DW link works overtime to make sure every watt is transferred onto the dirt.

New to the 429 is a vertical DW link, and with the FOX Live Valve-ready frame this bike is dedicated to the ascents as much as the descents. Even with 120mm travel rear and 130mm front suspension set-up, this bike is efficient. We´re half tempted to throw some XC-specific tires on here and snag some up and downhill KOMS on our local cross-country loops. And we can certainly do that, but with this bike being equipped with knobby 2.4in Maxxis tires, it begs to smash down descents at wide-open speeds.

Pivot´s new frame technology sticks with their esteemed hollow-carbon layup, but like the new Switchblade, now offers a unique layup for each frame size. For instance, a size small frame is no longer just a carbon copy of a size extra-large, as the tubes use less material to compensate for the added stiffness of naturally shorter tube lengths. Likewise, on an XL frame with longer tube lengths, the frame is beefed up to maintain an appropriate level of stiffness. This proprietary tech means our smaller friends don´t complain about a stiff and harsh ride, and our larger friends don´t complain about too much frame flex or the bike feeling ´noodly´.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

Heads up - We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning-and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you´ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.

Details

• Pivot´s short-travel 29er lives for spirited trail riding
• DW-Link travel provides a bottomless feel yet climbs efficiently
• 29in wheels offer the best possible rolling efficiency
• Flip-chip can make the bike more downhill ready
• Carbon frame with Super BOOST Plus rear axle for a responsive ride
• Live-valve ready frame is a next-level suspension upgrade
• Shimano XT/XTR drivetrain has a gear for every situation
• FOX Factory suspension offers top-of-the-line performance
• Item #PIV1WWT

Tech 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

Crankset

Race Face Aeffect R

Chainring Sizes

32t

Crank Arm Length

[x-small, small] 170mm, [medium, large, x-large] 175mm

Bottom Bracket

Race Face

Cassette

Shimano XT M8100

Cassette Range

10 - 51t

Chain

Shimano CN-M8100

Brakeset

Shimano XT M8120

Brake Type

4-piston hydraulic disc

Rotors

180mm Shimano XT CenterLock

Handlebar

Pivot Phoenix Team Low Rise Carbon

Handlebar Width

780mm

Grips

Pivot Phoenix Factory lock-on

Stem

Pivot Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail

Stem Length

[x-small, small] 45mm, [medium, large, x-large] 55mm

Saddle

Phoenix WTB Volt Pro, medium width

Seatpost

Fox Transfer Factory, [x-small] 100mm, [small] 125mm, [medium] 150mm, [large] 175mm, [x-large] 200mm

Seatpost Travel

[x-small] 100mm, [small] 125mm, [medium] 150mm, [large] 175mm, [x-large] 200mm

Wheelset

[rims] DT Swiss XM1700, 30mm

Hubs

DT Swiss 350, 36t star ratchet

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 157mm Super Boost

Tire Clearance

29 x 2.6in, 27.5 x 2.8in

Tires

Maxxis Dissector WT TR 3C EXO MaxxTerra

Tire Size

29 x 2.4in

Pedals

not included

Extras

downtube protector, chainstay protector

Claimed Weight

[medium] 29lb

Manufacturer Warranty

[frames, linkage bearings] lifetime (bike must be registered no later than 30 days after date of purchase or by April 1, 2025, whichever is later), [paint, coating, finish, decals] limited 1-year, [Phoenix-branded components] limited 5-year