![[43D7722C-61E6-44F0-B226-1715FBA036CF_1_105_c.jpeg]] ### Overview I have built my current MTB frame-up, utilizing Transition 2023 Sentinel alloy frame in size Large. I prefer to build my bikes frame-up, since it allows me to select the exact components I want. This is my 5th mountain bike since getting into the hobby. ### Specs - **Frame:** 2023 Transition Sentinel L alloy ($2000) ([Website](https://www.transitionbikes.com/Bikes_Sentinel.cfm))  - **Rear shock:** 2023 Fox Float X - **Fork:** 2023 Fox 36 FLOAT Factory Grip2 29 2023 BLK 160mm 15X110 kabolt, 44mm offset, Kashima ($900) - **Wheels:** Hunt Trail Wide v2 29er ($500) - **Tires:** Front: Maxxis DHF; rear: Maxxis Agressor (free with wheels) - **Dropper post:** PNW Loam 170mm ($200) - **Dropper lever:** Fox 31.6mm - **Saddle:** Ergon SM Comp ($110) - **Drivetrain:** Shimano XT 12-speed - Cassette: XT 10-51T - **Cranks:** XT 170mm, M8120 - BB: XT MT800 ($30) - Shifter: XT, EV-mount - Chain: XT, 12 speed - Chainring: XT 30T - Derailleur: XT - (Cranks, shifter, brakes, chainring, derailleur, chain, BB, cassette - $800 package) - **Brakes:** XT, 4 piston, BR-M8120 - XT Rotors, RT86, 180mm ($150 both) - Bars: Trail 1 Crockett 25mm rise, 31.8mm, alloy - Stem: DMR Defy 35mm ($80) - Stem spacers: Chris King - Headset: Cane Creek Forty - Pedals: OneUp composite ($30) - Grips: Canondale TrailShrooms <br> ![[IMG_9062.jpeg]] Tags: #hobby/MTB