The Recluse 275 isn't shy about chomping down on steep, gnarly, North Shore-esque terrain. A head tube angle of 66 degrees makes steep, technical descents feel solid and fun. The secret to its eagerness lies in the link system that gives it compact chainstays and a shortened wheelbase. Expect efficient, smooth climbing, confident ripping and subtle arcing through corners. The Expert Build adds a batch of reliable components to offer up a worry-free bike. SRAM GX Eagle shifters and rear-derailleur ensure the 1x12 shifting goes smoothly. Shimano XT brakes keep things under control. And rims with 22.5mm of internal width ensure performance when the terrain is weird and unruly.
- Monocoque unidirectional carbon frame is light, strong and sharp looking
- Angular Contact/Collet Bearing System with replaceable Grease Zerks allows for easy maintenance
- i-BOX Pivot System allows for compact seatstays and a shortened wheelbase for a remarkably nimble and efficient ride
- 148x12mm spacing at the rear and 110x15mm in the front
- JS Tuned rear linkage result in a very efficient and balanced feel while fighting or enjoying gravity
- Tapered headtube shaves grams and improves stiffness
- Flak guard protects the down tube from rock lift-off
- RockShox Yari RC, 27.5in. with 150mm of travel is tuneable to your taste and lockable for efficient climbing
- RockShox Monarch Plus RC3 takes care of the 140mm of rear travel
- Internal routing looks clean and keeps cables protected from impacts
- 27.5in. DT Swiss M 1900 wheels have an internal width of 22.5mm and combines reliability and performance
- Maxxis HighRoller II are 2.3in. wide and offers excellent grip in a wide variety of conditions
- Fox Transfer seatpost with 150mm of travel makes transitions from climb to descent a breeze
- SRAM GX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain offers a massive gear range without the need for a front derailleur
- Truvativ Descendant crank complement the 1x system with a 32T chainring
- Shimano XT M8000 hydraulic disc brakes with 180 and 160mm rotors front and rear respectively, offers plenty of power without breaking the bank
- WTB Silverado Race saddle is light and comfortable for long days of trail
- 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 2 years after purchase
- Buy an Intense bike, get 2 years of free top-level bike service that includes: drivetrain tune-ups, wheel truing, 2 brake bleeds, 2 fork and shock services and minor part installs
- 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
- Based in Temecula, California, Intense Cycles have been building aggressive, game-changing and flat-out rad mountain bikes since 1993
