Intense 2020 Tracer 27.5 Pro Bike - Unisex
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Description
For shred sessions and enduro outings, the Tracer is a competent ride, ready for whatever you deign to throw at it. Pick a line and go – slack geometry and generous travel shrugs off big hits and botched lines with impeccable downhill manners. Intense JS-Tuned suspension allows shorter-than-expected chainstays. Combined with gorgeous E13 LG1 Enduro Alloy wheels, the result is a ride with UFO-like nimbleness and maneuverability. The most sophisticated bike in the world would be a total disaster with junk brakes and components, so the Tracer Pro rectifies with bombproof SRAM 12-speed GX and X01 shifters plus derailleurs, and Shimano disconcertingly powerful XT M8020 brakes.
- Monocoque unidirectional carbon frame and top link provides a light, stiff and compliant ride.
- JS Tuned rear linkage results in efficient and balanced ride on climbs or descents.
- Low standover height improves maneuverability and stability.
- Suspension link nested directly above the BB allows for a reduction in chainstay length and a shorter wheelbase.
- Internal routing prevents cable rattle and keeps them protected.
- FOX Float 36 Factory fork with 160mm can be locked out and tuned.
- FOX Float X2 Performance rear shock with 165mm of travel and 2-position lever for open and firm settings.
- FOX Transfer Factory seatpost offers 125mm (S) 150mm (M/L) or 175mm (XL) of travel.
- Truvativ Descendant crank with pressfit DUB standard and a 32T ring.
- SRAM Eagle GX shifter and X01 derailleur for a 1x12 drivetrain.
- Shimano XT M8020 hydraulic disc brakes with a 203mm rotor in the front and 180mm in the rear.
- 780mm wide Intense Recon carbon handlebars provide a comfortable riding position.
- Fabric Scoop Radius Elite saddle is ultra comfy.
- 148x12mm spacing in the rear and 110x15mm in the front boosts stiffness.
- E13 LG1 Enduro Alloy wheelset with 30mm internal width, XD driver body, and Boost spacing.
- Maxxis Minion DHF/DHR2 are 2.4in. wide on the rear and 2.5in. wide on the front.
- Includes an Intense gift box with over $150 of free stuff – like a torque wrench set, shock pump, and extra valve stems for going tubeless.
- Bikes are covered by MEC's Rocksolid Guarantee and Bike Service Agreement. You can bring your Intense Bike to any MEC bike shop for free adjustments and minor maintenance for 1 year after purchase.
- Based in Temecula, California, Intense Cycles have been building aggressive, game-changing and flat-out rad mountain bikes since 1993.
Tech specs
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Tech specs
Weight | 13.24kg (Medium) |
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Ideal for |
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Frame | Intense Tracer SL 27.5 carbon |
Front travel | 160mm |
Fork | Fox Float 36 Factory GRIP2 |
Rear shock | Fox Float Performance X2 |
Rear travel | 165mm |
Stem | Intense Recon Elite 40mm 31.8mm |
Seatpost | Fox Factory Transfer with 150mm travel |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 |
Handlebars | Intense Recon Carbon 780mm 31.8mm |
Grips/tape | Intense Dual Density Lock-on |
Brakes
Mechanical disc brakes are more powerful than rim brakes, but less powerful than hydraulic brakes. |
Shimano XT (hydraulic disc) |
Brake levers | Shimano XT |
Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle |
Derailleur (front) | N/A |
Derailleur (rear) | SRAM X01 Eagle |
Crank + rings | Truvativ Descendant 32T |
Bottom bracket | Truvativ Pressfit DUB |
Pedals | Sold separately |
Hub (front) | LG1 |
Hub (rear)
The hub affects a bike’s rolling efficiency. Internally geared hubs require significantly less maintenance. |
LG1 |
Cassette
Cassettes with a smaller range allow you to go faster; a bigger range makes climbing hills easier. |
SRAM XG-1295 Eagle 12-speed 10-50T |
Chain | SRAM Eagle GX |
Spokes | E13 |
Rims | E13 LG1 Enduro Alloy |
Tires | Maxxis Minion DHR2 27.5 x 2.4 |
Saddle | Fabric Scoop Radius Elite |
Made in | Taiwan |
Seat tube: centre to top (B) (mm) Seat tube: centre to top (B) (mm) | 396 | 434 | 459 | 485 |
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Top tube horizontal (C) (mm) Top tube horizontal (C) (mm) | 571 | 597 | 622 | 649 |
Head tube length (E) (mm) Head tube length (E) (mm) | 102 | 115 | 119 | 130 |
Seat tube angle (F) (⁰) Seat tube angle (F) (⁰) | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
Head tube angle (G) (⁰) Head tube angle (G) (⁰) | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 | 65.5 |
Chain stay (H) (mm) Chain stay (H) (mm) | 432 | 432 | 432 | 432 |
Wheelbase (I) (mm) Wheelbase (I) (mm) | 1,154 | 1,181 | 1,207 | 1,235 |
Standover (J)
(mm)
Standover (J)
(mm)
Distance from the ground surface to the top of the top tube. Measured at the mid-point of the top tube, or where the rider would be standing when straddling the bike. This measurement should be 2-3cm shorter than your inseam. |
795 | 801 | 805 | 813 |
Bottom bracket height (L) (mm) Bottom bracket height (L) (mm) | 343 | 343 | 343 | 343 |
Stack height (M) (mm) Stack height (M) (mm) | 589 | 600 | 604 | 614 |
Reach (N) (mm) Reach (N) (mm) | 414 | 436 | 460 | 483 |
How to measure

- Standover (J)
- Distance from the ground surface to the top of the top tube. Measured at the mid-point of the top tube, or where the rider would be standing when straddling the bike. This measurement should be 2-3cm shorter than your inseam.