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IF YOU FANCY YOURSELF AS KING OF THE BIKE PARK, THEN THE ARIEL 80 PRO IS THE PERFECT BIKE TO SHOW EVERYONE JUST HOW HARD YOU’RE LIVING THE SIDEWAYS LIFE.

  • DESCRIPTION

      Let's get loose.

      If you live for laps, destroy rear tyres and always send it sideways, you're going to want the Ariel 80.

      Fun first and 27.5 for life, our take on a park bike is designed to thrive at every UK centre and even the Alps.

      This thing loves to pop off of lips, swing sideward and flick through trees. The bigger the grin on your face, the harder the Ariel 80 is going to work to keep it there.

       
      Our all-new, custom-butted and hydroformed 6013 aluminium frame has been put to the test by bottom-out king Matt Walker and survived to make it into production.

      Every millimetre of the 180mm of travel is designed to work hard, whether that's taking out rock chatter and braking bumps, sending the jump line or holding on for traction in loose turns.

      The 80 Pro gets the perfect spec sheet for hard charging out on the trails. A Fox DHX2 Performance shock is matched to the Fox 38 Performance Elite fork, providing every adjustment you need and some you'll have to ask Jordi about to understand.

      The latest Shimano SLX provides shifting, with an XT rear mech coving the 11-51 wide range cassette. Four-pot Deore brakes bring extra stopping power to the party.

      The DT Swiss E532 rims are enduro ready, with a 30mm internal providing plenty for the 2.4 Maxxis Minion DHRII tyres to fill out onto. Both are tubeless ready - just add tape, valves and sealant.

      A RaceFace 35mm finishing kit and dropper post from KS complete a spec sheet that has no weakness - and that's without mentioning the small details.

      There's internal routing for everything - including a dropper post, superboost spacing for additional clearance and big bearings which last longer and are commonly available should you need to refresh them.

      Just don't try and stick a 29er fork up front. You’ll set off our inbuilt safety device that’ll alert everyone on PinkBike to the crimes you’re committing.

      Please note - the Saracen Ariel does not come supplied with pedals. Add some from our gear store!

  • DETAILS
    • Variant: Small
    • SKU: RN22210SM
  • FAQ

    • Q: Is the Ariel 80 good for beginners?
      A: The Ariel 80 is not typically recommended for beginners as it is designed for more aggressive riding in bike parks and technical downhill terrain. It rewards confident riders who already have some experience with trail or full suspension mountain bikes. Beginners are usually better starting on a hardtail or entry-level trail MTB before progressing to a park-focused bike.

      Q: What type of riding is the Ariel 80 best for?
      A: The Ariel 80 is designed for bike park riding, jump lines, steep descents, and technical gravity-focused terrain. It performs best in environments where descending performance, stability, and control over rough features are more important than climbing or long-distance efficiency. It is not intended for general trail riding or cross-country use.

      Q: How does it compare to a hardtail MTB?
      A: Compared to a hardtail MTB, the Ariel 80 is far more capable on steep, rough, and feature-heavy terrain thanks to its full suspension design and geometry tuned for descending. Hardtails are lighter and more efficient for pedalling and climbing, but they are less suited to bike park features and high-impact riding. The Ariel 80 is built for control and confidence on descents rather than efficiency.

      Q: Can the Ariel 80 climb well?
      A: The Ariel 80 can climb short sections when needed, but it is not designed for efficient climbing. Its geometry and suspension are optimised for descending and bike park riding, where uplift or shuttle access is typically used. A hardtail or trail-focused MTB is significantly more efficient for climbing terrain.

      Q: Do I need a full suspension MTB?
      A: You need a full suspension MTB if you regularly ride rough, technical terrain where comfort, grip, and control are important. If your rides include rocky trails, steep descents, or long off-road routes, full suspension will significantly improve performance. However, it is not essential for smoother trails or light off-road riding.

      Q: What’s the difference between Ariel 30 / 60 / 80?
      A: The Ariel 30, 60, and 80 differ mainly in suspension travel and intended use: the 30 is for general trail riding, the 60 is more capable on aggressive trail and enduro terrain, and the 80 is built for bike park and gravity-focused riding.

Ariel 80 Pro - Green

RRP: £3,499.99 ‚Ǩ4199.99

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Series 3 custom butted 6013

ALUMINIUM FRAME

180mm

FRAME TRAVEL

180mm

FORK TRAVEL

27.5''

WHEEL SIZE

Fox 38 Performance Elite

FORK

Fox Float DHX2 Performance

SHOCK

1 x 12 Shimano SLX/XT

DRIVETRAIN

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Full Specifications

Sizing

154

156

158

160

162

164

166

168

170

172

174

176

178

180

182

184

186

188

190

192

194

196

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

 580mm

FRAME REACH

 435mm

FRAME STACK

 602mm

HEAD TUBE

 100mm

HEAD ANGLE

 63.5°

SEAT ANGLE

 76.5°

CHAINSTAY

 438mm

BB DROP

 14mm

WHEELBASE

 1207mm

STAND OVER

 735mm

SEAT TUBE

 360mm

TOP TUBE

 607mm

FRAME REACH

 460mm

FRAME STACK

 610mm

HEAD TUBE

 110mm

HEAD ANGLE

 63.5°

SEAT ANGLE

 76.5°

CHAINSTAY

 438mm

BB DROP

 14mm

WHEELBASE

 1236mm

STAND OVER

 735mm

SEAT TUBE

 410mm

TOP TUBE

 635mm

FRAME REACH

 485mm

FRAME STACK

 624mm

HEAD TUBE

 125mm

HEAD ANGLE

 63.5°

SEAT ANGLE

 76.5°

CHAINSTAY

 438mm

BB DROP

 14mm

WHEELBASE

 1268mm

STAND OVER

 736mm

SEAT TUBE

 460mm

TOP TUBE

 663mm

FRAME REACH

 510mm

FRAME STACK

 637mm

HEAD TUBE

 140mm

HEAD ANGLE

 63.5°

SEAT ANGLE

 76.5°

CHAINSTAY

 438mm

BB DROP

 14mm

WHEELBASE

 1300mm

STAND OVER

 736mm