IF YOU DREAM IN SINGLETRACK, THE ARIEL 30 IS THE PERFECT WEAPON TO TURN THOSE TRAIL-SHREDDING FANTASIES INTO REALITY. SPRIGHTLY LIKE AN XC BIKE BUT READY TO GET NASTY, DON’T SLEEP ON THIS ONE.
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DESCRIPTION
If double-downcountry was a thing, this would be the bike.
Well it is a thing, so embrace it, you’re going to love it. The Ariel 30 rallies up, down and everywhere in between.
From the local loam, to trail centres and natural stuff that a bike with this little travel should have no right being interested in, this is the one that can do it all.At the heart of it is our all-new, custom-butted and hydroformed 6013 aluminium frame.
Designed and developed with the help of Matt Walker from our Madison Saracen Factory Racing Team, you know it's been put through the wringer and is built to last and go fast.
Every Ariel 30 features size specific wheels, with small and medium bikes in the 29/27.5 mullet setup, and the large and extra-large sizes 29er models.
But what if you change your mind faster than the bike industry about which wheel size is best?
We thought of that already. Whichever Ariel 30 you choose, we've included additional push links, that you can swap out and see if the grass really is greener. All you'll need is the right size rear wheel.
Our benchmark model features everything expected of a modern trail bike and will leave you wondering if you need anything more capable to have a great time.
The 130mm of travel is provided by a Fox DPS Performance air shock featuring three position settings, with Marzocchi's Bomber Z2 fork up front owning every black run you dare take.
Shimano's fresh Deore groupset has already earned acclaim for its brilliant shifting, with the SLX rear mech covering every ratio of the super-wide 10-51 cassette. Stopping is handled by the ever reliable two piston Deore callipers.
DT Swiss M442 rims are built to last and feature a 22.5mm internal, approved for up to 2.5-inch tyres. We've chosen unflappable Maxxis Minion DHRII rubber which, along with the rims are tubeless ready - just add tape, valves and sealant.
Finishing kit is taken care of by RaceFace, with an up to date 35mm diameter bar and stem, and the KS Rage dropper completes the package.
When it comes to the details, there is internal routing for everything - including a dropper post - room for a 550ml bottle, superboost spacing for additional clearance and big bearings which last longer and are commonly available should you need to refresh them.
Please note - the Saracen Ariel does not come supplied with pedals. Add some from our gear store!
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DETAILS
- Variant: Small
- Weight: 15.28 kg
Series 3 custom butted 6013
ALUMINIUM FRAME
130mm
FRAME TRAVEL
130mm
FORK TRAVEL
Mullet or 29'' - adjustable link included
WHEEL SIZE
Marzocchi Bomber Z2
FORK
Fox Float DPS Performance
SHOCK
1 x 12 Shimano Deore/SLX
DRIVETRAIN
Full Specifications
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FRAME: SERIES 3 CUSTOM BUTTED AND HYDROFORMED 6013 ALLOY FRONT TRIANGLE AND SWINGARM
Headtube
ZS44-ZS56 tapered headtube
Bearings
37mm main pivot bearings / 28mm linkage bearings
Linkage
Convertible CNC linkage included for both mullet and 29er setups
Suspension
Signature TRL suspension design
Cable Routing
Internal
Axle
12 x 157mm SuperBoost dropout system
Rear Travel
130mm
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FORK: MARZOCCHI BOMBER Z2
Travel
130mm
Technology
Tapered steerer / rebound adjust / sweep adjust rail damper
Axle
QR 15x110 Boost
Rake
44mm
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REAR SHOCK: FOX FLOAT DPS PERFORMANCE
Adjustment
EVOL air damper / rebound adjust / 3 position compression
Length / Stroke
210 x 50
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CHAINSET: SHIMANO DEORE
Model
FC-M6130
Chain Ring
32T
Crank Length
170mm / 56.5mm
- BOTTOM BRACKET: SHIMANO BB52 73MM
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SHIFTERS: SHIMANO DEORE
Model
M6100 Rapidfire Plus 2-way release
Speed
1x12 speed
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REAR DERAILLEUR: SHIMANO SLX
Model
M7100 SGS Shadow Plus
Speed
12 speed
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CASSETTE: SHIMANO DEORE
Model
M6100
Speed
12 speed
Ratio
10-51T
- CHAIN: KMC X12
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BRAKES: SHIMANO DEORE
Model
BR-M6100
Brake Type
Hydraulic two piston
Rotor Size
180/180mm
- BRAKE LEVERS: SHIMANO DEORE
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HUBS: KT
Front
DHF122 sealed bearing 32H
Rear
DHR2S5 sealed bearing 32H
Brake Fitting
6-bolt
Front Axle Type
15 x 110 Boost
Rear Axle Type
12 x 157 SuperBoost
Hole
32H
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RIMS: DT SWISS M442
Hole
32H
Size
29'' Front / 29'' Rear (Sizes Large / XL) 29'' Front / 27.5'' Rear (Sizes Small / Medium)
Tubeless Ready
Yes
- SPOKES: DOUBLE-BUTTED STAINLESS STEEL
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TYRES: MAXXIS MINION DHRII
Model
EXO TR
Size
29 x 2.4 Front & Rear (Sizes Large / XL) / 29 x 2.4 Front / 27.5 x 2.3 Rear (Sizes Small / Medium)
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HANDLEBARS: RACEFACE CHESTER 35
Width
780mm
Rise
20mm
Bar Bore
35mm
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STEM: RACEFACE CHESTER 35
Length
50mm
Rise
6 degree
Clamp
35mm
Type
Ahead
- HEADSET: PRESTINE PT-F13
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SEAT POST: KS RAGE I
Routing
Internal
Size
30.9mm
Travel
170mm, 150mm on size small
Lever
Westy remote
- SADDLE: SARACEN CUSTOM CRMO MTB
- GRIPS: ODI ELITE MOTION
- EXTRAS: CUSTOM FRAME PROTECTION KIT
- COLOUR: BLUE
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Please be advised that this sizing chart is designed as a rough guide to help you select the size you require. Although height is one key factor on choosing the correct size bike, there are others which are discussed in our in-depth size guide feature.
Geometry
- 1251MM
- Wheelbase
SEAT TUBE |
360mm |
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TOP TUBE |
598mm |
FRAME REACH |
455mm |
FRAME STACK |
595mm |
HEAD TUBE |
100mm |
HEAD ANGLE |
65.0° |
SEAT ANGLE |
76.5° |
CHAINSTAY |
440mm |
BB DROP |
30mm |
WHEELBASE |
1210mm |
STAND OVER |
732mm |
SEAT TUBE |
410mm |
TOP TUBE |
625mm |
FRAME REACH |
480mm |
FRAME STACK |
604mm |
HEAD TUBE |
110mm |
HEAD ANGLE |
65.0° |
SEAT ANGLE |
76.5° |
CHAINSTAY |
440mm |
BB DROP |
30mm |
WHEELBASE |
1239mm |
STAND OVER |
732mm |
SEAT TUBE |
460mm |
TOP TUBE |
653mm |
FRAME REACH |
505mm |
FRAME STACK |
618mm |
HEAD TUBE |
125mm |
HEAD ANGLE |
65.0° |
SEAT ANGLE |
76.5° |
CHAINSTAY |
440mm |
BB DROP |
30mm |
WHEELBASE |
1270mm |
STAND OVER |
731mm |
SEAT TUBE |
510mm |
TOP TUBE |
682mm |
FRAME REACH |
530mm |
FRAME STACK |
632mm |
HEAD TUBE |
140mm |
HEAD ANGLE |
65.0° |
SEAT ANGLE |
76.5° |
CHAINSTAY |
440mm |
BB DROP |
30mm |
WHEELBASE |
1302mm |
STAND OVER |
731mm |