The visually stunning lines and sculpted tubeset of the SB-66 will capture your attention like love-at-first-sight.  As you move in closer for a better look you’ll begin to notice this isn’t just another single pivot trail bike but an innovative suspension design called Switch Technology.  The oversized main pivot actually contains a second pivot (lower pivot of the swing arm) that is offset within the main.  This eccentric mechanism switches direction as the bike moves through its travel creating an optimized wheel path without unexpected spikes or wallows.

At the beginning of the travel the eccentric link is rotating in a rearward direction, guiding the lower pivot of the swing arm rearward.  This counter-clockwise motion coupled with the initial rearward wheel path creates an excellent pedaling platform, making the SB-66 pedal and climb crisply without sacrificing small bump sensitivity.  The mid stroke has a flat linear shape, creating a large “sweet spot”, allowing the suspension to react better to bigger hits.  Once the travel reaches about 100mm, the eccentric link starts to rotate in the forward direction.  This means the rate at which the chain stay grows drops off quickly, allowing the suspension to work independently of chain forces. Because the suspension isn’t being impeded by chain growth in the last third of the travel, the smooth feel in the middle continues all the way to full compression without a harsh bottom out feeling. 

Every detail on the SB-66 screams, “Ride me!” From the Kashima coated Fox suspension to the unibody frame construction.  Even small details like an external splined bb shell, tapered headtube and Enduro Max bearings make the difference.  The components have been carefully The visually stunning lines and sculpted tubeset of the SB-66 will capture your attention like love-at-first-sight.  As you move in closer for a better look you’ll begin to notice this isn’t just another single pivot trail bike but an innovative suspension design called Switch Technology.  The oversized main pivot actually contains a second pivot (lower pivot of the swing arm) that is offset within the main.  This eccentric mechanism switches direction as the bike moves through its travel creating an optimized wheel path without unexpected spikes or wallows.

At the beginning of the travel the eccentric link is rotating in a rearward direction, guiding the lower pivot of the swing arm rearward.  This counter-clockwise motion coupled with the initial rearward wheel path creates an excellent pedaling platform, making the SB-66 pedal and climb crisply without sacrificing small bump sensitivity.  The mid stroke has a flat linear shape, creating a large “sweet spot”, allowing the suspension to react better to bigger hits.  Once the travel reaches about 100mm, the eccentric link starts to rotate in the forward direction.  This means the rate at which the chain stay grows drops off quickly, allowing the suspension to work independently of chain forces. Because the suspension isn’t being impeded by chain growth in the last third of the travel, the smooth feel in the middle continues all the way to full compression without a harsh bottom out feeling. 

Every detail on the SB-66 screams, “Ride me!” From the Kashima coated Fox suspension to the unibody frame construction.  Even small details like an external splined bb shell, tapered headtube and Enduro Max bearings make the difference.  The components have been carefully selected to work in conjunction with the frame, providing an unparalleled ride experience no matter where the trail takes you. 

Please Note: Complete bike image for illustration purposes only, actual components listed below. 

• Switch Technology (patent pending) – An optimized dual-link design that has been tuned to provide a great pedaling platform and still maintain its composure on the toughest descents.
• Fully sealed eccentric system
• Oversized Pivot pins with Enduro Max bearings
• Externally splined BB shell
  
• Tapered Inset head tube(44mm/56mm)
• Post mount rear disc brake tab, 160mm
• Custom chain slap guards
• Yeti Chip system dropouts, QR standard
  
• Cable stops for height adjustable seatpost
• Aluminum alloy frame w/ unibody construction
• Fox RP23 rear shock w/ Kashima coating
• 6" rear wheel travel
  
• Fox 32 F150 RLC w/ kashima coat, 15mm thru axle
• Efficient pedaling, Responsive mid-stroke and continuous travel

Components

• SRAM X9 rear derailleur
• SRAM X7 front derailleur and shifters
• Stylo X7 triple crankset
• SRAM PG-1050 10 speed cassette, SRAM PC-1051 chain
• Cane Creek Forty headset
• Avid Elixir 5 disc brakes
• Truvativ Stylo stem, handlebar and seatpost
• Yeti Lock-on grips, WTB saddle
• DT Swiss M1900 wheelset 15qr front, QR rear w/ Schwalbe Nobby Nic tires 26x2.25

Geometry

	Seat Tube	Top Tube	Standover	Head Tube	Head Angle	Seat Angle	Approximate Rider Height
sm	16.5"	23.1"	27"	4.9"	67	72	53" - 57"
md	18"	24.1"	28.1"	4.9"	67	72	57" - 511"
lg	19.5"	25.1"	29.3"	5.5"	67	72	511" - 63"
xlg	21"	25.9"	30.1"	5.5"	67	72	63" - 66"