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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.

  • 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!

  • DETAILS
    • Variant: Small
    • Weight: 15.28 kg

Ariel 30

£2,499.99 €2899.99

Size | SMALL

Quantity

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Ariel 30

£2,499.99

€2899.99

Colour

BLUE

Size

SMALL

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

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Full Specifications

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Small
Medium
Large
XLarge

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

Size:

SEAT TUBE

360mm

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