FRAME INFORMATION
The brand new Snabb platform was designed with the aim to optimise function, weight and reliability. Impressing the public
with gimmicks, “patents” and “systems” was not on our list. So here it is - beautiful, light, strong and fast. We took into ac-
count that NS Bikes customers are usually tough, aggressive riders and expect our products to hold up to seasons of abuse.
But at the same time we made sure that everyone, including our team riders will be happy with the performance on race day.
The Snabb comes in two versions, specifically designed for Enduro or Trail use. The Snabb E has 163mm of travel and is
low, long and slack. It utilises a heavy duty tubeset that will hold up to the most aggressive DH runs. The Snabb T is best
described as an aggressive trail bike with a slightly steeper head angle, 143mm of travel, modern geometry and tough but
lightweight construction. Both bikes will rip up and down mountains, and the choice between the models is up to you to
decide which character suits your style best.
Geometry: Both frames have very long front ends, but the compact chainstays keep the wheelbase at bay. The Snabb E
comes with a slack 66 degree head angle and slightly longer chainstays to help keep the bike stable and higher descending
speeds. It’s designed to be used with a 160-170mm fork. The Snabb T will work best with a 140 to 160mm fork which give a
respective 67.5 - 66.0 degree head angle.
Suspension and kinematics: the frames have a good amount of anti-squat into the horst-link design, perfect for 1X driv-
etrains which tend to produce more squatting than traditional 2X setups. After many prototypes we achieved our desired
suspension curves which make for a fantastic ride that gives a feeling of support but at the same time allows full range of
travel to be used. The 4-bar Horst link suspension has a significant amount of rearward axle movement which helps to ab-
sorb square faced bumps. The system, unlike most other designs on the market (including virtual pivot designs) it is immune
to brake jack (i.e. the torque generated by the brakes will not cause the suspension to stien).
The Snabb E1, T1 and the aftermarket frames are equipped with the latest Rock Shox Monarch Debonair shocks with a linear
spring curve and amazing small bump sensitivity. However the suspension characteristics are very neutral and the frames
will also work well with most air shocks on the market.
TECHNICAL SHEET / SPECS
SPECS SNABB E
rear wheel travel: 163mm (6.5”)
recommended fork travel: 160-170mm
AL6061-T6 + AL6066-T6 custom formed and butted tubes
smooth ‘double pass’ welding in all critical areas
rear shock: 216x63mm (5.5x2.5”),
mounting hardware: up 22.2 x 8 mm, down 22.2 x 8mm
internal or external cable guide option
head tube: tapered 1.5 IS (IS 42 / IS 52)
headtube length: S size: 110mm, M size: 120mm, L: 130mm
fits forks with standard 1-1/8” or tapered 1.5 - 1-1/8”
hub spacing 142 x 12mm, NS axle included
post-mount direct 160mm disc brake mount,
max rotor size: up to 200mm
BB: threaded 73mm with ISCG-05 mounts
biggest chainring: up to ~36t
rear derailleur: removable hanger included
front derailleur: low direct mount S3
seat post/clamp: 31.6mm / 34.9 (clamp included)
stealth cable route in seat tube for dropper post
maximum tire size recommended: 27.5” x 2.4”
weight (w/o shock, w/o axle): ~3.05kg
FRAME SIZE RECOMMENDATIONS
note on sizing: we recommend the S size for riders up to
172cm, M size for 170 – 182cm and the L size for riders over
180cm.
Available with shock: Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3
Debonair
SPECS SNABB T
rear wheel travel: 142mm (5.5”)
recommended fork travel: 140-160mm
AL6061-T6 + AL6066-T6 custom formed and butted tubes
smooth ‘double pass’ welding in all critical areas
rear shock: 200x57mm (7.9x2.24”),
mounting hardware: up 22.2 x 8 mm, down 22.2 x 8mm
internal or external cable guide option
head tube: tapered 1.5 IS (IS 42 / IS 52)
headtube length: S size: 110mm, M size: 120mm, L: 130mm
fits forks with standard 1-1/8” or tapered 1.5 - 1-1/8”
hub spacing 142 x 12mm, NS axle included
post-mount direct 160mm disc brake mount,
max rotor size: up to 200mm
BB: threaded 73mm with ISCG-05 mounts
biggest chainring: up to ~36t
rear derailleur: removable hanger included
front derailleur: low direct mount S3
seat post/clamp: 31.6mm / 34.9 (clamp included)
stealth cable route in seat tube for dropper post
maximum tire size recommended: 27.5” x 2.3”
weight (w/o shock, w/o axle): ~2.9kg
note on sizing: we recommend the S size for riders up to
172cm, M size for 170 – 182cm and the L size for riders over
180cm.
Available with shock: Rock Shox Monarch RT3
Debonair
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