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Claymore 29er | Frame Only


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Overview

Speed Without Sacrifice

Inspired by the medieval Scottish two-handed great sword, known for its strength and symbolism of the rugged Highlands, Deviate’s award-winning Claymore embodies this legacy - crafted to conquer the world's most challenging terrains. Now available in a new range of colours inspired by Scotland’s heritage, this long-travel enduro bike is as striking as it is capable.

Whether you're descending root-strewn drops or racing between tapes at dizzying speeds, the Claymore excels. Designed to be the ultimate long-travel enduro bike, it offers unparalleled handling, combining speed, precision, and versatility for both racing and trail riding. The Claymore's goal is to dominate enduro stages with winning pedal performance and playful agility for off-tape adventures.We remain committed to delivering unmatched reliability, reinforcing our dedication with a Lifetime Bearing Replacement Programme to complement our Lifetime Frame Warranty and Crash Replacement Programme.

Key Features

Frame: Full Carbon (UDH)

Wheel Size: 29” or MX / Boost 148

Rear Wheel Travel: 165 mm

Front Travel: 170 - 180 mm

Frame Weight: 6.1 lb / 3.2 kg

Shock Required (not included): 230*60mm

Chainline: 55mm

Tech

Reduced Maintenance, Simplified Serviceability

  • Deviate Grease Port System
  • Cable Gutter System
  • UDH Compatible

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Proven High-Pivot Suspension Platform

  • No pedal kickback
  • Geometry Conservation Under Braking
  • Rearward Axle-Path For a Smoother Ride

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Durable Design

  • Bearing Load Management
  • Improved Chain Retention

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Geometry

Claymore 29er

Claymore MX

Lifetime Warranty & Crash Replacement

All of Deviate Cycles frames come with a lifetime warranty. We want you to have peace of mind when purchasing a Deviate. We produce high end carbon frames and stand behind our product 100% with a lifetime warranty. Saying that, in return we expect you to maintain your frame and not use it beyond it’s intended limits.

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Estimated Dispatch:

Size Medium | Est January 2025

Size Large | Est January 2025

Size XL | Est January 2025

Cycleschemes

We accept Cyclescheme | Bike2Work | GCI Scheme | Halfords Cycle2Work (UK Only)

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WHY DEVIATE?

Lifetime warranty

Ride with confidence—we stand behind our bikes 100%, offering a lifetime frame warranty, lifetime bearing replacements, and a crash replacement scheme.

award-winning designs

Our bikes have received critical acclaim from reviews worldwide whilst also receiving awards from industry leading publications including Pinkbike, Singletrack and GMBN.

Expert Customer Support

We are a rider-led expert team on hand to provide advice on every part of the purchase from component choice to after-care.
Contact us Monday-Friday 9am-5pm GMT.

Tech

Grease Ports as Standard


Grease all major pivot and linkage bearings without the need to do any disassembly with 7 built-in grease ports across the bike. Typically, bearings don't need replacing for 2+ years.

Idler Precision, extended lifespan


The idler’s carefully positioned placement, combined with a 3-point side cover connection, ensures optimal suspension performance, stiffness, and extended bearing life.

Hidden yet accessible cable-routing


The cable gutter design keeps your cables tucked away whilst still easily accessible. The gutter system adds additional strength to the frame whilst also providing accessory mount points.

Proven Design

Why High-Pivot?

The Deviate high pivot point suspension systems provide a smoother, more confidence-inspiring ride by minimising pedal kickback and maintaining momentum over rough terrain. The rearward axle path effectively absorbs square-edge impacts, preserving speed and control, while geometry conservation under braking ensures stability and keeps the rider in the ideal position for tackling challenging obstacles.

Reviews

The Claymore was voted Pinkbike’s
Enduro Race Bike of Choice 2022
"The Claymore cuts through bumps like a warmed knife through butter."
Deviate Spares Programme

For The Riders

Keeping your bike in top condition is essential for every ride, which is why our Spares Programme makes finding and reordering hardware quick and hassle-free.

No matter where your adventures take you, our Spares Programme ensures your bike is always ready to perform.

Customer Reviews

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Wade
Let the build begin

Still in building mode waiting on a couple more parts, but the frame came. It looks amazing. Can’t wait to get it all together and start to ride this weapon!!

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Julien Courtois
The best bike I have had

I have been riding my claymore for three weeks now and I must say that I am super happy about it. It took me a bit of time to get used to the geometry (surely because of the high pivot). However I am blown away by its abilities in the tech trails, and how well it flies on jumps. I am very pleased with how the bike works and looks, even if there are still some little things that could be improved (as always;)…

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Nicholas Clay
Deviate Claymore frame

Waited a while to get this frame. Now it’s built and I’m riding it , could not be happier. MINT 👌

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DeSean Moore
Build in Progress

I am in the process of building the frame. The order process was easy, and the Deviate team always communicated well. My frame arrived on time and undamaged. The Rowan Red looks so sick in person! Once the build is complete, another detailed review will follow.

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Ryan Tarver
Claymore is my new favorite bike!

Overall, I’m thoroughly impressed with the 2024 UDH Claymore!
Carbon Layup – 5 stars
Paint – 5 stars
Hardware quality & serviceability – 5 stars
Ride characteristics – 5 stars

As soon as you open the box you can tell a lot of thought and care has gone into creating the Claymore. You can see that any exposed carbon is well formed, no frayed edges or pits, everything is very clean, and the paint job is excellent. The red color is very nice, a deep red color in the shade and a nice bright red in the sun. All the hardware is high quality and with grease ports on all major pivots it makes maintaining bearings easy.
Ride characteristics of the Claymore are simply amazing. Before riding the Claymore, I was very hesitant to purchase a high-pivot frame design, fearing that all the talk was hype. I am simply amazed by how well the Claymore rides! For a 165mm travel bike, the Claymore is surprisingly nimble (which I did not expect) while still being able to smooth out rock gardens with ease. The Claymore is easy to get off the ground, and again to my surprise, is excellent at jumping. Selecting a line is quick as the bike wants to move around, not being sluggish or overly planted at low or high speeds. With the high pivot design the rear end is free to move up, back, and out of the way. I have not noticed any issues with the rear wheel getting hung up in technical rock sections. The only feedback I’ve gotten is under very hard braking where you will feed a small amount of pedal kickback.
Build setup – Rear shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Coil w/ 500lb spring (rider weight 200lbs), Drivetrain: SRAM GX Transmission UDH (126 link chain is perfect with a 32T chain ring)

FAQs

How much sag should I run?

We suggest around 30% for most riders, but this will vary depending on terrain and personal preference.

Do I need to join chains?

No - a standard 126 link chain will work with even a 12 speed Shimano or Sram set-up.

What headset do I need?

ZS44/28.6 upper and a ZS56/40 lower headset cup.

Can I mount a chainguide to The Claymore?

Absolutely. We have two lower ISCG-05 tabs which allow the use of a lower guide/bash.

Can I fit 27.5” wheels to the Claymore?

We have the Claymore and Claymore MX. The Claymore MX is designed specifically for a 27.5" rear wheel. The standard 29er is designed to only work with 29" wheels but you can purchase a rear-swing arm from us to switch the standard Claymore into a mullet.

What fork should I run?

We suggest a 170-180mm fork with a 44mm offset. A 51mm offset is compatible and will lead to a slightly more lively steering feel. We do not recommend triple clamp or dual crown forks with the Claymore. This will void the warranty.

Is it UDH compatible?

Yes - unless we specify otherwise, all our latest frames are UDH compatible.

Can I run an oval chainring?

In short, yes.

However, you must make sure that the chainring is clocked around 89 degrees. Some cranks do not allow for this, so please be sure to check with your crank manufacturer first.