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Slade Trail

Hardtail | Trail | Alloy | 29"

KEY FEATURES

Hydro-formed 6061 Alloy trail hardtail frame
Rockshox Revelation RC Motion Control, 140mm , Diffusion Black, Boost 110, Reduced 42mm Offset
Shimano SLX M7000 11 Speed derailleur
Stan's Flow S1 29" wheels
Maxxis Rekon 29x2.6" tyres
X-Fusion Manic dropper post
Sector alloy components
Shimano MT500 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Weight: 12.96kg

What hanger model fits the Slade?

Hanger3 - https://speedlab.shop/products/hanger-3

Can I switch brakes left to right?

Yes, but brakes will have to be bled again after swapping.

Can I fit a rack to the rear triangle?

Can I fit a longer fork onto this bike?

Yes, you can fit a 150mm fork.

Can I upgrade to a 1 x 12 setup?

How many water bottles can I fit in the front triangle?

The frame can only fit 1 x water bottle.

OVERVIEW
WHY IT'S BEST
SPECIFICATIONS
GEOMETRY & SIZE CHART
REVIEWS
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ENDURO-READY HARDTAIL RIPPER.

Slade is unlike any hardtail you've ridden before. Featuring our sweet spot geometry - POP - to bring uncompromised climbing and descending prowess to trail bikes. POP engages bigger muscle groups for more efficient climbing and the rider position on the bike improves traction and cornering grip. Tyre compatibility is 27.5x2.8" or 29" up to 2.6" wide, giving plenty of setup options and creating our most versatile hardtail ever. 2.6" Tyres are rapidly becoming the final word in trail tyres, offering noticeably improved comfort and grip over 2.3" tyres, but without the weight, rolling resistance and thin carcasses of 2.8".

TRAIL FOCUSED POP GEOMETRY

POP geometry engages bigger muscle groups for more effective climbing, and rider positioning on the Slade improves traction, front wheel grip and bike control.

Short chainstays

The Short Chainstays on the Slade makes for a very nimble bike. The forged and flipped yoke creates enough clearance for 29x2.6" tyres on the 430mm chainstays with ample crankarm clearance to boot.

POP GEOMETRY

ALLOY FRAME

INTERNAL ROUTING

DISC BRAKES

HIGHER VOLUME TYRES

INTERNAL DROPPER POST

AIR SUSPENSION FORK

THRU AXLES

WHY IT’S BEST.

Slade is designed to rip - this is a real mountain bike, a Trail/enduro hardtail ready to take on any trail that you can stomach.
Threaded bottom bracket - press-fit on a trail bike is a no-no. Less creaks, easy to work on and less maintenance needed.
POP geometry means that Slade not only descends and handles well, but climbing is improved as well as balance, cornering grip and traction over technical terrain.
True to Silverback's Best In Class philosophy you'd be hard pressed to find another bike that can come close to this. Considered, high quality frame with a purpose chosen BIC build kit - now that's super value
A hardtail needs a good fork if you're going to push it to its limits. The Rockshox Revelation fork with 35mm stanchions easy to set up, super stiff and plush
It's a hard knock life for trail wheels. The Stan's Flow wheelset is strong enough to take big hits on the trail without issues, yet light enough to use on your everyday rides.

ENGINEERING NOTES.

Hydro formed butted alloy frame

Slade's frame is manufactured from hydro formed, butted 6061 alloy tubing making for a very strong frame. For this kind of application - hardcore hardtail, a strong aluminium frame is a reliable choice. Hydro forming is a process to shape alloy tubing from the inside, using pressurized water and/or oil into a negative mold cavity resulting in stronger thin wall tubing.

POP geometry

Position of Power/ Power over the Pedals. Silverback's POP geometry places the rider in a more central position. Better climbing, more control, faster descending.

Innovative easy-route internal cable routing

Slade features neat full internal routing. The brake follows the seatstay, making this the shortest possible rear brake line route.

Internal Dropper post

Slade frames are internal dropper post ready - and both models are sold with dropper posts as standard!

High volume - 2.6" tyre compatibility

Tyre compatibility is 27.5 x 2.8" or 29" up to 2.6" wide, giving plenty of setup options and creating our most versatile hardtail ever. 2.6" Tyres are rapidly becoming the final word in trail tyres, offering noticeably improved comfort and grip over 2.3" tyres, but without the weight, rolling resistance and thin carcasses of 2.8".

Thru Axles and boost

Both front and rear axles offer BOOST spacing and thru axles. This makes for stronger wheels, a more durable frame, and stiffer feeling bike.

SPECIFICATIONS.

DRIVETRAIN

Crankset	Raceface Ride, 32t, Black
Cassette	Sunrace 11-46 11 Speed, 418% Wide Range
Rear Der	Shimano XT M8000 Long Cage, Black
Shifters	Shimano SLX M7000 11 Speed, Black

SUSPENSION

Fork	Rockshox Revelation RC Motion Control, 140mm , Diffusion Black, Boost 110,Reduced 42mm Offset

WHEELS

Hubs	Front Hub: Promax Sealed Cartridge, 110x15, 6 Bolt, Rear Hub: Promax Sealed Cartridge, 148x12, 6 Bolt
Rims	Stan's Flow S1, 29mm Internal Width
Tyres	Maxxis Rekon 29x2.6", EXO/TR, 60Tpi

COCKPIT

Seatpost	X-Fusion Manic Dropper Post, Internal Routing L: Drop:125 for size S, L: Drop:150 for size M, L: Drop:150 for size L, L: Drop:150 for size XL
Saddle	Sector Ergo, Black Steel Rails
Handlebar	Sector Alloy Handlebar, Dia:31.8mm, Backsweep:9°, Rise 5mm; W: 780 for size S, W: 780 for size M, W: 780 for size L, W: 780 for size XL
Stem	Sector Alloy Stem, 31.8mm, Rise 6°, with stainless steel bolts; L: 45 for size S, L: 45 for size M, L: 45 for size L, L: 45 for size XL

FRAME

Frame

29" Butted 6061 Aluminium, Tapered 1-1/8"-1.5" Headtube, 12 x 148mm, SBC 12mm Thru Axle Dropouts

BRAKES

Brake set

Shimano MT500 Hydraulic Disc Brakes, Resin Pads, Rotors: Shimano SM-RT26 180mm/160mm, 6 Bolt

WEIGHT

Weight	12.96kg (Medium Frame, with tubes, without pedals)
Weight Limit	120kg - combined weight of bike and rider (including all kit).

TRAVEL

Travel

F:140mm

Disclaimer: Due to the nature of bike manufacturing, specification, finishes and price may be subject to change without prior written notification.

Disclaimer: Due to Covid-related scheduling and component availability challenges, bike specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications may not be exactly what is shown in the photo.

FIND YOUR FIT

Proper bike fit is as important as getting the right bike for the job. Long term comfort and performance can be greatly improved with the right size bike. This acts as a guide only, so if you are unsure, please visit your Silverback reseller to be professionally measured and sized for the perfect fit.

GEOMETRY.

map	type(mm unless specified)	S	M	L	XL
	Rider height(cm)	154-170	170-180	178-190	185-210
	Rider inseam(cm)	70-77	77-81	80-86	84-95
A	Seat tube c/t	390	420	450	490
B	Seat tube angle	75	75	75	75
C	Head tube angle	66.5	66.5	66.5	66.5
D	Top Tube	571	594	616	638
E	Reach	420	440	460	490
F	Chainstay length	435	435	435	435
G	bb height	319	319	319	319
H	head tube length	95	105	115	125
I	stack	618	627	636	646
J	standover	769	781	786	792
K	Wheelbase	1140	1164	1188	1212