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Yeti Cycles
SB5 Carbon Mountain Bike Frame - 2016

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Symphonic trail harmony.

Striking the sweet spot between trail efficiency and all-mountain bad-assery, the 2016 Yeti SB5 Carbon Mountain Bike Frame uses a Switch Infinity suspension platform for speed junkies desiring to clean the steepest, chunkiest climbs and blast down like a bonafide rocketship. Five inches of rear travel (127mm) is handled by a Fox Float Factory DPS Shock, which gives riders the ability to choose between Open, Medium, and Firm settings on-the-fly as well as additional sub-settings of low-speed compression adjustment in Open mode.


Developed in conjunction with the suspension wizards at Fox, Switch Infinity is the result of Yeti's engineers desiring a firm pedaling platform with distinctive anti-squat characteristics and an almost bottomless feel across big, square-edged hits. This is achieved through a patented translating pivot that switches its direction as the bike progresses through its travel, hence its Switch Infinity namesake. Ultimately, this innovative suspension lends the SB5 Carbon the pedaling efficiency desired for unrelenting climbs, yet it feels unflappable and poised dissecting formidable downhill stretches usually reserved for six-inch travel bikes.


The SB5 Carbon represents the evolution of Yeti's proven carbon fiber chassis, weighing just a tick over five pounds with shock (depending on size), placing it on the lighter end of the trail bike spectrum. The SB5 Carbon's lightweight yet incredibly strong high-modulus carbon translates into uncompromising acceleration for cleaning technical uphills and bursting out of corners. Custom chain and rock guard protectors keep flying debris and chunky rocks at bay during rowdy descents. Stealth dropper routing cleans up its overall aesthetic.


Details

  • Expand your trail horizons with some enduro pedigree
  • 5in Switch Infinity suspension resets all-mountain expectations
  • Slacked-out geometry for gravity-inspired lines
  • Carbon construction and thru-axle rear for stiff efficiency
  • Custom frame protectors preserve that pretty paint job
  • Clearance for tires up to the new standard of 2.4in
  • Yeti Cycles consistently lives up to the expectations inspired by its big-footed mascot
  • Item #YTI003L
Frame Material
carbon fiber
Suspension
Switch Infinity
Wheel Size
27.5 in
Rear Shock
FOX Float Factory DPS
Rear Travel
127 mm
Head Tube Diameter
1-1/2 to 1-1/8in tapered
Headset Included
no
Bottom Bracket Type
73 mm PF30
ISCG Tabs
yes, ISCG 05
Cable Routing
external, [dropper] stealth
Front Derailleur Mount
Shimano D-Type
Derailleur Pull
top
Brake Type
disc
Seatpost Diameter
30.9 mm
Seat Collar
35 mm
Rear Axle
12 x 142mm thru-axle
Claimed Weight
[frame and shock] 5.1 lb
Recommended Use
trail, enduro
Manufacturer Warranty
5 years limited

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