The 2022 Intense Sniper T 29 – Expert combines lightweight carbon construction with advanced geometry and an extra 20mm of suspension travel, making it an exceptional XC trail bike. The Sniper T maintains the soul of its sibling, the Sniper XC, but with enhanced off-road capability and a more plush ride. Its fast, fiery, and genuinely fun, embodying the INTENSE spirit of innovation and performance.

Modern XC Performance: The Sniper T embraces the new normal in XC trail bike geometrylong, low, and slack. This design philosophy, previously reserved for downhill bikes, now revolutionizes XC riding, offering improved descending capabilities and a more aggressive riding experience.

Lightweight and Agile: Designed to inspire confidence across all terrains, the Sniper T excels in climbing, descending, and cruising. Its efficient power transfer and nimble handling ensure you cover ground swiftly and comfortably, making it a revelation on descents.

Optimized Pedaling Performance: The Sniper Ts suspension system is fine-tuned for XC terrain, providing a balance of supple sensitivity on small bumps and mid-stroke support for efficient pedaling. This ensures a predictable ride with excellent grip and support in various conditions.

JS Tuned XC Link: The JS Tuned XC Link provides a ride that absorbs small bumps initially, transitions into a supportive mid-stroke, and ramps up smoothly towards bottom-out. This design translates into a highly responsive and supportive ride, ideal for aggressive XC trails.

Build Specifications:

• Frame Material: Carbon Fiber
  • Details: Optimized Layup Monocoque UD carbon front and rear triangles, carbon top link, alloy lower link, titanium hardware, molded Flak Guard chainstay protection
• Rear Travel: 120mm
• Rear Shock: FOX FLOAT DPS Performance, 3-position lever (open/trail/closed), trunnion mount, 165mm x 45mm
• Fork: FOX FLOAT 34 Performance, GRIP damper, 51mm offset
• Fork Travel: 120mm
• Head Tube Diameter: Tapered, 1.125″ top, 1.5″ bottom
• Headset: Tange Seiki Integrated, IS41-IS52/40
• Handlebar: Intense Recon Alloy, 760mm width
• Stem: Intense Recon, 45mm length
• Grips: Intense
• Brakes: TRP Slate T4, 4-piston, 180mm 6-bolt rotors
• Brake Levers: TRP Slate T4
• Drivetrain: 1x
  • Shifters: SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Cranks: SRAM NX Eagle DUB, 170mm (SM/MD/LG), 175mm (XL)
  • Chainrings: SRAM NX Eagle, 32 tooth
  • Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, BB92 PressFit
  • Chain: SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Cassette: SRAM NX Eagle PG-1230, 12-speed, 11-50 tooth
• Rims: e*thirteen XCX Alloy, 27mm width, 32 hole
• Hubs: Intense, 15x110mm Boost front, 12x148mm Boost rear with HG driver
• Tires: Maxxis Aggressor, EXO, 29″ x 2.3″
• Saddle: WTB Silverado Sport, CrMo rails
• Seatpost: Intense Recon dropper
  • Drop: 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD/LG), 170mm (XL)
  • Diameter: 31.6mm
  • Clamp: Single bolt
• Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions: 148x12mm Boost
• Max. Tire Size: 29″ x 2.4″
• Bottle Cage Mounts: One inside front triangle plus one under the down tube

The 2022 Intense Sniper T 29 – Expert is a true XC trail machine, designed to deliver top-tier performance with a focus on agility, speed, and control.