The Slash 9.8 is a carbon enduro bike that doesn't shy away from hair-raising downhills. Its OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and the high-pivot suspension with 170mm of travel handle large obstacles effortlessly, excelling on steep climbs and difficult ascents with amazing traction. A 29˝ front wheel and 27.5˝ rear wheel promise playful handling, while the robust RockShox suspension package tackles any challenge on the trail with ease. Completed with a Shimano XT drivetrain for precise gear changes. It's the right bike for you if you want a carbon enduro bike that shows its teeth on the downhill and impresses with agility on the uphill. Additionally, you seek the traction and stability of a high-pivot suspension along with ample travel to tackle thick roots and big jumps. Future upgradability is important to you, and you appreciate the benefits of a wireless drivetrain and carbon wheels. This setup includes A frame made of OCLV Mountain Carbon with high-pivot suspension, including a frame storage compartment. 170mm of travel front and rear thanks to the RockShox ZEB Select+ fork with DebonAir suspension and Charger 3 RC2 damping, as well as the RockShox Vivid Select+ shock. Also, Shimano's XT drivetrain with a wide gear range for true summit conquerors, a Bontrager Line dropper seatpost, and a mullet wheel configuration with Bontrager Line Elite 30 Tubeless Ready 29er front wheel and 27.5˝ carbon rear wheel, including Rapid Drive hub. Our final word For all riders looking for carbon performance and carefully selected components, the Slash 9.8 XT is the perfect choice. It stands out with 170mm of travel front and rear, an upgraded suspension, a high-quality drivetrain, and carbon wheels, so you can climb easier and descend even harder.