Uploaded December 2021 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago

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Reviewer Stats: 5’11” & 215 lbs

The Devinci Spartan is the latest thoroughbred steed to adopt a suspension design based around a high pivot idler system. Devinci hasn’t been shy about the bike’s intentions either. It’s touted clearly as a race-ready rig capable of tackling the most demanding stages and its marketing is awash with photos of Enduro World Series mainstay Greg Callaghan railing corners on unforgiving courses such as Tweed Valley and Finale Ligure.

The Spartan features 160 millimeters of travel in back and 170 millimeters up front, handled dutifully by a Fox Float X2 Elite shock and Fox Float 38 Performance Grip fork. Most Spartans will never see an EWS Queen stage, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t also equally at-home on the steepest trails in your area.

The Spartan brings a level of balance to the enduro bike category that I really enjoyed. Having such plush characteristics while still retaining an agile quality make the Spartan a very attractive bike for more than just dedicated enduro racers. This bike would be an amazing tool for anyone who regularly shuttles or, if the terrain warrants it, could be a great contender for a one-bike-quiver for an aggressive rider. The Spartan’s heft and high pivot design mean you’ll have to generate a few extra watts to make it to the top of the mountain but, when you’re there, prepare to laugh the whole way down.

**Geometry Specs reflect Large Size**

Wheel Size: 29"
Rear Travel: 160mm
Fork: 170mm
Wheelbase: 1261mm
Chainstay: 430mm
Reach: 485mm
Head Tube Angle: 64.5°

SEE FULL REVIEW HERE: freehubmag.com/reviews/devinci-spartan-carbon-gx

DEVINCI CYCLES WEBSITE: devinci.com/en/bikes/mountain/spartan-carbon-gx-12s-skyscraper-silver

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