ARC8 Essential 2 - Frameset
ESSENTIAL 2
The Essential is the bike that started ARC8. A bike designed for best fun out on the trails, but as it turned out also light and efficient enough for success in XC racing.
Now in its second generation, it has grown more character, expanding its versatility even further. Still at XC weight, it now sports a 64° head angle for a lot of control on steep, technical descents, while the low BB and short chainstays bring the party to the woods.
Staying true to its original spirit, it turns trails into your playground, no matter where you are. Big days in the mountains or just having fun in your local woods, the Essential is your best companion.
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*All Frames are order only and can take 4-8 weeks, if in stock at ARC8
*Currently we are only providing framesets from ARC8, but complete builds & Forks can be arranged.
Geometry
| Size | M | L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Height | 160-178 | 178-190 | |
| A | Reach | 465 | 495 |
| B | Stack | 615 | 628 |
| C | TT | 596 | 652 |
| D | ST | 410 | 440 |
| Max. Seatpost Insertion | 245 | 265 | |
| E | SA (virtual) | 76 | 76 |
| SA (real) | 71 | 71 | |
| F | HA | 64 | 64 |
| G | HT | 100 | 115 |
| H | Fork Offset | 44 | 44 |
| I | Fork A-C | 561 | 561 |
| J | CS | 430 | 430 |
| K | Wheelbase | 1222 | 1259 |
| L | BB Drop | 40 | 40 |
| M | Standover | 702 | 704 |
Tech Spec
| Component | Specification | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Headset | IS52/42 | IS52/42 | Acros, cover customized for ARC8 |
| Seatpost | ø30.9 | |
| Seatpost Clamp | ø34.9 | |
| Rear Brake | Flatmount 180 mm | 200 mm with adaptor |
| Rear Axle | 148 x 12 mm | M12 x 1, length 178 mm |
| Rear Wheel | Boost (148 mm) rear hub | |
| BB | BSA 73 mm | |
| Max. Chainring Size | 38 T | |
| Chainline | 55 mm | |
| Chainguide | 77 Designz FREESOLO V2-05+BSA | |
| Rear Derailleur Hanger | Sram UDH | |
| Fork | 150 mm travel max. | |
| Shock Size | 230 x 65 (130 mm travel), 230 x 60 (120 mm travel) | Remote lockout possible |
| Shock Type | Fox Float X, Fox Float DPS, Rock Shox Super Deluxe, Rock Shox Deluxe | Air shocks only. Other shock models need to be checked for clearance prior to installation. |
| Shock Hardware | 20 x 8 on eyelet, no hardware on body | |
| Tires | 29 x 2.5 max | Since the actual tire width depends on the rim and tire model, make sure there is at least 6 mm of clearance between tire and frame. |
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$10 flat rate on orders below $50
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