Enduro racing runs deep in the Pivot Firebird 29 Pro X01 (2022), a carbon bruiser using Pivot's dw-link suspension with 165mm of rear travel. A burly FOX 38 fork up front and a top-tier SRAM build make it as happy on lift-served descents as on long backcountry pedals. It feels stable at speed yet lively enough to change lines on demand.

Why we like it:

This Pro X01 build leans into premium SRAM kit, with a flagship X01 Eagle drivetrain and Code RSC brakes that deliver crisp shifts and serious stopping muscle when the trail points down.

Who it's for:

A great match for aggressive enduro riders and racers who want a carbon chassis that stays composed through steep, high-speed terrain and rough rock gardens.

Highlights:

Suspension leads the way, with a FOX 38 GRIP2 fork at 170mm working alongside a FOX Float X2 shock delivering 165mm at the rear, all hung on a carbon frame with Pivot's dw-link platform. The drivetrain is a 12-speed SRAM X01 Eagle group, while braking falls to SRAM Code RSC four-piston hydraulic discs. This particular version rolls on an alloy wheel build to keep the price in check.

Things to consider:

With 165mm of travel and slack geometry, the Firebird is built for steep, high-speed descents and is more bike than mellow trails require, where a shorter-travel bike would climb and maneuver more easily. This Pro X01 build is all-SRAM, so choose it if you prefer SRAM shifting and brakes over the Shimano-equipped Ride model.