BIKE CHECK: FAROZ AND
THE VERSATILE PIVOT SWITCHBLADE
WHO'S RIDING WHAT? IS THE SWITCHBLADE
ABLE TO MEET ALL HIS EXPECTATIONS
The Pivot Switchblade has had a long accolade of good reviews. And with its split personality of being able to SWITCH from a 27.5+ to a 29er, there really are very few reasons (if any at all) not to like this bike. And don't let its 135 mm travel fool anyone! In the hands of an experienced rider like Faroz, this bike is one of the most competent do-it-all bike that money can buy at the moment. Let's take a closer look at Faroz's rig.
MAIN SKELETON
Frame: Pivot Switchblade
Rear Shock: Fox Float DPS Evol
Fork: Fox Float 36 Fit4
COCKPIT
Grips: Kore Ikon Lock-on
Handlebars: Atomlab SL 760mm width
Stem: Atomlab SL 35mm clamp, 50mm length
Headset: Pivot Precision Sealed with 17mm cup
Saddle: WTB Volt Pro 142mm, Singapore Edition
Seat post: KS Lev Integra 100mm
Brakes: Shimano Deore XT M8000 with fin pads, Ice-tech centre locking rotors
DRIVETRAIN
Cranks: RaceFace Next SL G4
Pedals: Shimano Deore XT M8020
Chain Ring: absoluteBLACK 32t oval
Cassette: SunRace 11-46t
Shifters: Shimano Deore XT M8000
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M8000
Chain: Shimano Deore XT 11 speed
WHEELSET
Rims: Easton ARC 45
Hubs: DT Swiss 350 Straightpull with 36t ratchet
Spokes: DT Swiss Completion DB black
Tyres: Nobby Nic Front/Rocket Ron Rear 27.5×2.8”
Tubeless: e*Thirteen Valves with TireCare Sealant
OTHERS:
Frame Protection: Allmountainstyle Camouflage & Clear frame guard
RIDER INFORMATION
Name: Faroz Marzoki
Facebook Page: Faroz Marzoki (@farozmtb)
Age: 30
Affiliated Ride Group: Team TRAIL+
How often do you ride: 1-2 times per week
Favourite Trail: Chestnut North & T15
Years on 2 Wheels: 10
Favourite Rider: Bernard Kerr & Danny Hart
Dream Bike: Ducati 1299 Superleggera
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Bike Check: Who's Riding What? is an on-going feature that showcases regular riders and their very own customized (or stock) builds. It's always fun to see what frames and components our local riders are sporting. Photos of Bike Check: Who's Riding What? will be shot by riders themselves in most cases unless we bump into them at the trails and volunteer to shoot the bike. We invite everyone to contact us and showcase your very own build! Send your email to editor@bikezilla.com.sg and title your email "Bike Check: Who's Riding What?". Include just one (01) photo in the email so that we know you are a genuine rider. We will reply with our Bike Check Form. Hear from you soon! Ride!
