ESSENTIAL 2 - The lightest trail bike in the world? 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. See all the details at ARC8Bicycles.com - click here *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. Deals available on 140 or 150mm Formula Selva V fork and Cura X and Cura brake sets. 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.
