The 2020 Sniper XC Elite combines our top-end frame with high-spec components including carbon Wheels and bars plus Fox Factory suspension to bring the Intense attitude to cross-country racing.
Forget twitchy XC handling, the Sniper XC is poised, confidence-inspiring and surprisingly chuckable.
A dedicated hard-pedalling machine, this XC version of the Sniper features 100mm of travel, making it an uphill whippet and a speed demon on fast, flowing Trails. We think that short travel bikes should descend like their long travel siblings and that’s exactly what the Sniper XC has been designed to do.
When it comes to the frame, the Sniper XC Elite uses our top-end Optimised Layup frameset. That means full carbon uni-directional monocoque front and rear triangles as well as a full carbon top link, titanium hardware and internal cabling.
Your new Sniper XC will be tuned specifically for you by our own Intense Cycles UK mechanics so you can get straight onto the Trails and ride with confidence.
29" carbon Wheels
Frame weight just 4.4lbs / 1.99kg (M)
100mm front, 100mm rear travel
Fox Factory Float 32 fork
Fox Factory Float DPS shock
SRAM X01/XX1 Eagle Drivetrain
Shimano XT M8000 brakes
Sniper XC Elite Specs
As with all our JS Tuned bikes, we've carefully selected the component spec for the Sniper XC Elite to give you the best possible performance at this bike level.
| FRAME | Sniper 29 Optimized Layup Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, Carbon Top Link, alloy Lower Link, Internal Derailleur Routing, Ti Hardware, w/ 148x12mm spacing, 100mm travel, 2 water bottle mounts |
| FORK | Fox Factory Float 32 Stepcast, 29", 3 Position Adjust, FIT4, 44mm offset, 100mm, Boost Kabolt 110x15mm |
| SHOCK | Fox Factory Float DPS, 165 x 40mm |
| Wheels | 29" E*thirteen XCX Carbon (24mm inner width) on E*thirteen hubs, 110x15mm, 28 Hole Front / 148x12mm, XD, 28 Hole Rear / Triple-sealed, fully machined aluminum hub w/6 degree engagement |
| TYRES | Maxxis 29x2.25 Rekon Folding, 120 TPI, DC/EXO/TR |
| SHIFTERS | SRAM X01 Eagle 12 speed |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | SRAM XX1 Eagle 12 speed |
| CRANK | SRAM Stylo Carbon Eagle 12 speed, DUB, 34T, 175mm, Boost |
| CASSETTE | SRAM XG1295 X01 Eagle 12 speed, 10-50T |
| CHAIN | SRAM GX Eagle 12 speed |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | SRAM DUB Pressfit |
| SADDLE | Fabric Line Wide Elite w/ Cr-Mo Rails |
| SEATPOST | Kindshock Carbon LEV Ci 31.6mm, 150mm Dropper (MD/LG), 175mm Dropper (XL) |
| BARS | Intense Recon Flat 760mm Carbon |
| STEM | Intense Recon Elite 50mm |
| HEADSET | Tange Seiki Integrated Headset, IS41-IS52/40 |
| BRAKES | Shimano XT M8000 hydraulic disk, Centerlock, 160mm front and 160mm rear |
| GRIPS | Intense Nano Foam |
| WEIGHT | 23.4lbs (M) |
Parts and specification are subject to change without notice.Maximum recommended rider weight 113kg (250lbs).
Geometry
| SNIPER | Medium | Large | Extra Large | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT TUBE LENGTH | A | 437mm / 17.2” | 488mm / 19.2” | 538mm / 21.2” |
| TOP TUBE | B | 609mm / 24.0” | 635mm / 25” | 660mm / 26” |
| STACK | C | 575mm / 22.6” | 584mm / 23” | 593mm / 23.4” |
| REACH | D | 445mm/ 17.5" | 468mm / 18.4” | 490mm / 19.3” |
| BB HEIGHT | E | 330mm / 13.0” | 330mm / 13.0” | 330mm / 13.0” |
| BB DROP | F | 38mm / 1.50” | 38mm / 1.50” | 38mm / 1.50” |
| HEAD TUBE LENGTH | G | 95mm / 3.7” | 105mm / 4.13” | 115mm / 4.5” |
| HEAD TUBE ANGLE | H | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| SEAT TUBE ANGLE | I | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| STANDOVER HEIGHT | J | 771mm / 30.4” | 776mm / 30.5” | 781mm / 30.75” |
| CHAINSTAY LENGTH | K | 439mm / 17.3” | 439mm / 17.3” | 439mm / 17.3” |
| WHEELBASE | L | 1152mm / 45.37” | 1179mm / 46.4” | 1206mm / 47.5” |
Sizing
Picking the perfect size for you depends on your height, leg length and riding style. Start by referring to the chart below. If you're between sizes, we generally suggest sizing up. If you've got any sizing queries, talk to our Experts at hello@intense-cycles.co.uk or by calling 01454 550343.
