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2026 Pivot Shadowcat Frame
Original manufacturer specifications including Frame drivetrain, geometry for 4 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2026
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $4,499.00
- Sizes
- XS, S, M, L
- Colors
- Blue Mirage, Dangerfruit, Disco Oil Slick
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 5 preserved details · 6 archived images · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900000092
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Shadowcat — Ultra-Light Hollow Core carbon frame |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Rear Shock | Fox Factory Float DPS |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Frame |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Pivot Precision Sealed Integrated Cartridge |
|---|
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 343 mm | 368 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm |
| Top tube | 569 mm | 595 mm | 627 mm | 650 mm |
| Head tube | 85 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 65.8° | 65.8° | 65.8° | 65.8° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° | 76° | 76° | 76° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1142 mm | 1172 mm | 1206 mm | 1230 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 17 mm | 17 mm | 17 mm | 17 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 480 mm |
| Stack | 582 mm | 605 mm | 614 mm | 623 mm |
| Standover height | 624 mm | 638 mm | 657 mm | 671 mm |
Geometry source: Pivot first-party geometry metafield ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
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XS geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 17 mm sits toward the shallower-drop end. Its stack of 582 mm sits toward the lower end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits close to the middle of the group.
Compared with 56 distinct mountain geometries in the XS-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.SM geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 17 mm sits toward the shallower-drop end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical. Its stack of 605 mm sits close to the middle of the group.
Compared with 182 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.MD geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 17 mm sits toward the shallower-drop end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its reach of 460 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 183 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.LG geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 17 mm sits toward the shallower-drop end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its stack of 623 mm sits somewhat lower than typical.
Compared with 180 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameInspect the frame in bright light, especially around the head tube, bottom bracket, chainstays and clamped areas. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of a previous impact.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesIdentify the installed brake system before riding or ordering parts. Test every installed brake separately at walking speed, confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly, then inspect its pads, braking surfaces and complete cable or hose path.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the rear shock was last serviced. Check the shaft and seals for damage or oil, cycle the shock through its travel and test every suspension pivot for play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through the full range under light load, measure chain wear and inspect the cassette or freewheel teeth. Skipping or hesitation can indicate wear, poor adjustment or mismatched parts.Check drivetrain wear →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 16 checks based on 4 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2026 Pivot Shadowcat Frame · Mountain · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Shadowcat — Ultra-Light Hollow Core carbon frame
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Rear shock: Fox Factory Float DPS
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Frame
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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