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 the Recluse's 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 head tube 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 combine reliability and performance
- Maxxis HighRoller II are 2.3in. wide and offer 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, offer plenty of power without breaking the bank
- WTB Silverado Race saddle is light and comfortable for long days of trail riding
- 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
