Speed without sacrifice
Named after the two-handed great sword of the Scottish Highlands, the award-winning Claymore is built to take on the world's most challenging terrain. It is now available in a range of colours inspired by Scotland's heritage.
Whether you're dropping into root-strewn chutes or racing between the tapes, the Claymore combines speed, precision and versatility. It is designed to dominate enduro stages with winning pedalling performance, while staying playful enough for off-tape adventures.
Every frame is backed by our Lifetime Frame Warranty and Crash Replacement Programme.
Key features
- Material: full carbon construction
- Wheel size: 29″ or MX
- Travel: 165mm rear, 170/180mm front
- Suspension: high pivot with idler
- Frame weight: 3.2kg
- Sizes: M, L, XL
- Colours: Morar Blue, Oban Sand, Rowan Red, Moss Green
- UDH compatible
Tech overview
- Fully sealed bearings with grease ports
- Twin-lip wiper seals throughout
- 18T chain idler
- Downtube protector
- Threaded BB
- Cable gutter system
UK riders can save with a Cycle to Work scheme: Cyclescheme, Green Commute Initiative, Bike2Work and Halfords Cycle2Work.
Tech details
Reduced maintenance, simplified serviceability
Grease port system
Grease all major pivot and linkage bearings without any disassembly. The ports keep water and dirt out and grease in, and anything that does get in is forced back out through the seals. There are 7 ports across the bike: 1 on the idler cover, 1 on the main pivot axle and 5 on the linkage.
Cable gutter system
A cable gutter runs along the underside of the top tube, keeping cables tucked away yet easy to reach when changing parts. It adds strength to the frame and extra accessory mounts.
UDH compatible
Universal Derailleur Hanger compatible for easy, accessible hanger replacements.
Easy bolt checks
Bolt check the entire frame with just 3 Allen keys, on or off the trail.
Durable design
Bearing load management
Twin idler bearings give a stiff, responsive drivetrain and reduce wear by lowering the load on each bearing.
Improved chain retention
An idler cover and narrow-wide tooth profile significantly reduce the chance of dropping a chain.
3-point idler cover
The idler side cover connects at three points with 5mm cap head screws (4mm hex). Supporting the bearings with the three-legged cage puts the idler in double shear: stiffer, lower drag, a sharper pedalling response and better chain retention.
Greater control
Connecting riding side-loads through the BB and rear wheel keeps the bike feeling planted. A rising spring rate tells you where you are in the stroke without a harsh bottom-out, and gives plenty of pop.
Proven high-pivot platform
High pivot precision
A high, single pivot gives a rearward axle path, so the rear wheel moves back on impact and keeps your momentum. The result is speed and confidence over rough ground that bikes with more travel struggle to match. Pivot and idler positions were set through numeric modelling and iterative testing to balance anti-rise against the benefits of the rearward axle path.
Linkage design
A progressive leverage curve suits aggressive riders and works with both high-volume air shocks and coil shocks.
No pedal kickback
Careful idler placement gives a balanced +100% anti-squat curve, virtually eliminating pedal kickback and bob so the Claymore pedals smoothly through rough terrain with the suspension still active.
Geometry conservation
High anti-rise keeps the chassis stable and the geometry intact under heavy braking, rewarding aggressive riding.
Award-winning
“This is a bike I genuinely want to race - I thought that from the first ride.”
Pinkbike, Enduro Race Bike of Choice 2022 · Watch
“The Claymore is the one I'd happily keep in the shed… That high pivot suspension isn't just hype.”
Singletrack, Editor's Choice 2022 · Read review
“The Claymore cuts through bumps like a warmed knife through butter.”
MTB-News · Read review
Specifications
- Rear wheel: 29″ or MX, Boost 148 x 12mm
- Fork: 29″ 170 or 180mm, 44/42mm offset. Check fork crown clearance with the downtube before fitting.
- Bottom bracket: 73mm BSA threaded
- Headset: ZS44/28.6 upper, ZS56/40 lower
- Cranks: minimum Q-factor 168mm
- Chainline: 55mm
- Chain: 126 links, no need to join chains
- Max chainring: 36T
- Shock: metric 230 x 60mm; hardware front 40 x 8mm, rear eyelet bushing
- Brake mount: post mount 180mm
- Seatpost: 34.9mm, internal dropper routing
- Seat collar: 38.5mm
- Mech hanger: UDH or Deviate hanger
- Rear axle: M12 x P1.75, 192mm (non-UDH); M12 x P1, 185mm (UDH)
Some shocks may not be compatible; check with us or the shock manufacturer.
FAQ
How much sag should I run?
Around 30% for most riders, depending on terrain and preference.
Do I need to join chains?
No. A standard 126-link chain works, even with 12-speed Shimano or SRAM.
Can I mount a chain guide?
Yes. Two lower ISCG-05 tabs take a lower guide or bash guard.
Can I fit a 27.5″ rear wheel?
Not on the 29er frame, but the Claymore is available in an MX configuration as a frameset and full build.
What fork do you recommend?
A 170 to 180mm fork with 44mm offset. 51mm offset is compatible and gives slightly livelier steering. We don't recommend triple clamp or dual crown forks.
What shock can I use?
Most coil and air shocks work; we recommend a mid-mid initial tune. We can't guarantee clearance for every shock, but all shocks in our store are compatible. Shocks with rear rebound adjustment can be awkward to adjust.
What's the maximum tyre width?
The Claymore is designed to run 2.6″ tyres.
What chainring size should I use?
Anything from 28T to 36T, depending on how steep your hills are. Oval rings work if clocked at around 89°; check your crank allows this.
What's in the box?
The frameset with rear axle, mech hanger, idler wheel and seat collar fitted, plus the shock if you bought one from us.
