Forbidden Druid SLX Bike
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- Regular price €5,249.00
THE DRUID
Packing a punch in all the right places with a spec that leaves no stone unturned, the Druid SLX sports the same all-carbon high pivot chassis found on every other Druid, but in a more wallet-friendly configuration. Our ‘One Ride’ geometry philosophy sees the Druid’s ‘actual’ seat tube angle increase per size alongside stack height, and both front and rear centres, keeping you centred, balanced and ready for anything. Such readiness will be more than welcome with a suspension system that eliminates unwanted drivetrain forces, allowing you to tackle trails you’ve previously avoided. With 150mm travel in the front and 130mm in the rear, the Druid SLX won’t waste any time establishing what it can do, leaving you to rethink what you once thought impossible on a trail bike.
It’s time for high pivot suspension technology to make the leap from the downhill race track to your local trail network. With each frame size designed to optimize fit for all sizes and statures, the 130mm travel Druid balances both stability and agility making it nimble enough to hammer out after work rides yet burly enough for weekend shuttles. The Druid’s Trifecta suspension system generates grip and pop in spades while offering an unworldly ability to absorb successive hits on the trail. The more you ask of the Druid, the more it gives and the more you’ll want to push its limits. Available in three colours and in four sizes, it’s time to start piecing that dream build together ready for the trails.
THIS CORNER SLAYING, SQUARE-EDGE HIT DESTROYING HOOLIGAN OF A BIKE WILL TRANSFORM THE WAY YOU RIDE YOUR LOCAL TRAILS FOREVER. APPLYING PROVEN TECH FROM THE WORLD CUP DH CIRCUIT TO A SHORT-TRAVEL TRAIL BIKE FOR WHOM THE RULES SIMPLY DON’T APPLY. WITH A PENCHANT FOR POPPING GAPS YOU DIDN’T KNOW WERE THERE AND FINDING THE FLOW THAT RESIDES BETWEEN ROCK, ROOT, AND RUT, THE DRUID IS READY FOR WHATEVER YOU THROW AT IT.
SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME
- Druid Full Carbon - 130mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta High Single Pivot Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 73mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket
FORK
- Marzocchi Bomber Z1 - 150mm Travel GRIP Damper | Sweep LSC Adjuster | LSR | FLOAT Air Spring | 44mm Offset | Kabolt Thru-Axle | Matte Black
REAR SHOCK
- FOX Performance DPX2 3 Position Adjuster | Evol Air Can | Custom Size Specific Tunes | 210x55mm
HEADSET
- Acros AZX-203 SHIS: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 | Premium Stainless Steel Bearings
GRIPS
- RaceFace Half Nelson Single Sided Lock-On | Black
HANDLE BARS
- RaceFace Aeffect R 780mm Width | 20mm Rise | 35mm Bar Bore | Black Anodized with Grey Graphics
STEM
- RaceFace Aeffect R 50mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black Anodized with Grey Graphics
SEAT POST
- RaceFace Aeffect R 31.6mm | Size Specific Travel :S=125mm - M=150mm - L/XL:170mm
SEAT POST REMOTE
- Shimano SL-MT500 I-Spec EV Integrated Dropper Remote
SEAT POST CLAMP
- Forbidden Custom 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized
SADDLE
- SDG Radar Chromo Chromoly Rails | Black Synthetic Cover with Black Cordura Reinforcements
FRONT BRAKE
- Shimano 4-Piston BL-M6100 Lever | BR-M6120 Calipers | Metal Pads
REAR BRAKE
- Shimano 4-Piston BL-M6100 Lever | BR-M6120 Calipers | Metal Pads
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR
- Shimano 180mm RT-MT64 | Center-Lock | External Serated Lock-Ring
REAR BRAKE ROTOR
- Shimano 180mm RT-MT64 | Center-Lock | External Serated Lock-Ring
REAR SHIFTER
- Shimano SLX 12speed I-Spec EV Integrated Shifter/Brake Lever
REAR DERAILLEUR
- Shimano SLX 12speed Shadow+ with Clutch
CASSETTE
- Shimano SLX 10-51T 12speed | MicroSpline | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-33-39-45-51T
CHAIN
- Shimano SLXCN-M7100 | 12speed | Links = S:126 / M:128 / L:130 XL:132
CRANKSET
- Shimano SLX 32TFC-M7100 | 170mm All Sizes | 52mm Chainline | Black
PEDALS
- Not included
CHAIN TENSIONER
- Forbidden Idler Pulley with e.13 Custom Chainguide Forbidden Integrated Idler | e.13 TRS Plus | Molded Inner with Compact Outer | Black
BOTTOM BRACKET
- Forbidden Integrated Idler | e.13 TRS Plus | Molded Inner with Compact Outer | BlackSM-BB52 | 24mm Spindle | HollowTechII | Threaded BSA
FRONT HUB
- Shimano SLX HB-M7100 | 110x15mm | 32hole | Center-Lock
REAR HUB
- Shimano SLX HB-M7100 | Quick Engagement | 148x12mm | 32hole | Center-Lock
SPOKES
- Black Stainless 2.0mm Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples
RIMS
- RaceFace AR OFFSET 30mm Internal Width | 6061 Aluminum | Tubeless Ready | 32hole | Black with Grey Graphics
FRONT TIRE
- Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5"30mm Internal Width | 6061 Aluminum | Tubeless Ready | 32hole | Black with Grey Graphics
REAR TIRE
- Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4" 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | EXO+ Casing
INCLUDED
- RaceFace Tubeless Valves 41mm Presta Valve with Removable Core | Valve Washer Included | Black
- Ratcheting Torque Wrench Kit 5Nm + 6Nm Torque Cylinders | Micro 1/4" Ratchet | 10 Bits (Allen: 2.5/3/4/5/6/8 - Philips - Flathead - T25/T30) | Black Tool Pouch
- Digital Shock Pump LCD Digital Display
- Spare Derailleur Hanger
GEOMETRY
150mm Fork | S | M | L | XL | |
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A | Reach | 425 | 445 | 465 | 485 |
B | Stack | 606 | 620 | 634 | 648 |
C | Hori. Top Tube Length | 580 | 604 | 627 | 651 |
D | Seat Tube Length | 400 | 420 | 450 | 490 |
E | Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | 75.5 | 75.6 | 75.6 | 75.6 |
F | Seat Tube Angle (Actual) | 71.7 | 73.3 | 74.6 | 75.5 |
G | Head Tube Length | 90 | 105 | 120 | 135 |
H | Head Tube Angle | 65.5 | 65.6 | 65.6 | 65.6 |
I | Front Center | 734 | 760 | 787 | 813 |
J | Rear Center | 414 | 426 | 438 | 450 |
K | Wheel base | 1149 | 1187 | 1225 | 1263 |
L | BB Drop | -32.7 | -32.7 | -32.7 | -32.7 |
M | BB Height | 340 | 340 | 340 | 340 |
N | Stand Over | 724 | 724 | 730 | 736 |
O | Fork Length | 571 | 571 | 571 | 571 |
P | Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
SIZING GUIDE

DRUID FEATURES

01
CARBON CONSTRUCTION
As the heart of any frame, the quality of the carbon construction is paramount to both ride quality and durability. To this end, we partnered with one of the leading manufacturers in the business which allows us to stand behind our product 100%.

02
HARDWARE
Our hardware is a testament to our attention to detail, from the forged Rate Control linkages to the custom stainless steel screws that hold everything together, we have spared no expense in the finishing of the Druid leaving nothing to chance.

03
CABLE ROUTING
We don’t discriminate against rightys or leftys and our adaptable cable routing allows you to neatly route the Druid’s cables and hoses no matter where in the world you come from or with what hand you operate your rear brake with.

04
REAR SHOCK COMPATIBILITY
The Druid comes equipped with a custom-tuned Fox DPX2 shock, but if your heart is set on something a bit more ‘heavy-hitting’, we have you covered. There is enough room in the Druid to fit the largest of air shocks with a leverage curve that is coil ready from the get-go.

05
WATER BOTTLE FITMENT
Even our smallest Druid frame size can fit a full-size 26oz water bottle, regardless of your rear shock reservoir. Remember, hydration is your friend, but sweaty backs most definitely are not.

06
FRAME PROTECTION
A quiet bike is a fast bike and a clean bike is less prone to problems, so we developed a full suite of custom frame protection to keep the noisy bits quiet and the hard to clean bits free from crud.

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CHAIN GUIDE SOLUTION
All that high pivot goodness requires a solid chain retention solution so we turned to the chainguide experts over at ethirteen to develop a retention system specifically for the Druid.

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ACCESSORY MOUNT
The ‘under the top tube’ mounting screws allow for the attachment of various accessory mounting solutions; pump, tools, a banana, the kitchen sink, go crazy, just don’t hang a water bottle there.

09
THREADED BB
Sometimes the old ways are the best ways.

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148 REAR HUB SPACING
Boosting 29” rear wheel stiffness since 2015.
