The race-proven Rapide Carbon transfers the power directly to where you need it, providing rapid response and sharp handling to make sure you complete the hottest lap. This bike has already raced in some of the biggest XC races, as well as proven itself on the demanding marathon epics. The Rapide Carbon is your perfect podium hunter
RockShox Suspension and Shimano XT 12-Speed Groupset
The Rapide CRX is built to be fast, light, and performance led. With the race-winning 100mm RockShox SID SL Ultimate forks with OneLoc remote to lockout suspension on the fly providing maximum speed on the climbs. Shimano’s performance 1×12 XT wide-range drivetrain ensures you have enough gears for even the steepest climbs. Shimano’s M8100 brakes give you enough stopping power for the rewarding descents.
This race machine rolls on WTB KOM Light rims paired with a Schwalbe Racing Ray/Racing Ralph tyre combo for a perfect blend of speed and grip. Ritchey WCS components complete this race-ready XC bike.
Built, Tuned and Ready to Ride
Rest assured that each bike is fully built and tuned by Wiggle’s team of qualified bike mechanics to ensure your bike arrives in perfect condition. We supply all bikes with a set of plastic pedals, a pedal wrench and a multi-tool kit. Find out which size fits you by clicking the size chart tab.
Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown on this page.
- Steerer: Tapered 1 1/8 – 1 1/2
- Bottle Cage Mounts: Double
- Cable Routing: External
Drivetrain
- Groupset Manufacturer: Shimano
- Number of gears: 12
- Chainset: Shimano XT M8100, 30T, S: 170mm; M/L/XL: 175mm
- Chainset type: Single
- Chain: Shimano XT M8100
- Cassette: Shimano XT M8100 11-51t, 12-Speed
Wheels & Tyres
- Wheel Size: 29″ (622)
- Tyres: Front: Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Snakeskin, TLE, Addix speedgrip, 29×2.25″; Rear: Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, Snakeskin, TLE Addix speed, 29×2.25″
Braking
- Brake Type: Hydraulic Disc Brake
- Brakes: Shimano XT M8100 disc brakes; Rotors: Shimano RT76 6 bolt, 180mm front / 160mm rear
Finishing kit
- Bar Tape/Grips: Vitus lock on
- Stem: Ritchey WCS C220 84D, Forged 2014 alloy, +/- 6-degree rise, reach: S: 70mm; M: 80mm; L :90mm; XL: 100mm
- Seat Post: Ritchey WCS Zero 3D forged 7050 alloy, zero offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
- Saddle: WTB SL8 Comp, 142mm wide
Other Specifications
- Model Year: 2021
- MTB: Yes