Built to party.
If you live for laps, destroy rear tyres and always send it sideways, you’re going to want the Ariel 80.
Fun first and 27.5 for life — our take on a park bike is designed to thrive at every UK centre and even in the Alps.
This bike loves to pop off lips, swing sideways and flick through trees. The bigger the grin on your face, the harder the Ariel 80 works to keep it there.
Our all-new custom-butted and hydroformed 6013 aluminium frame has been put through its paces by bottom-out king Matt Walker and survived to make it into production.
Every millimetre of the 180mm travel is designed to work hard, whether that’s smoothing out rock chatter and braking bumps, sending jump lines, or holding traction through loose turns.
The Ariel 80 gives you a full-on park bike experience with enough left in the tank to head somewhere with real mountains and push it to the limit.
You’ll never feel short-changed on travel when charging through boulders thanks to the RockShox ZEB fork up front, while the Marzocchi Bomber CR coil shock out back deals with the aftermath.
Shimano’s latest Deore drivetrain delivers a wide-range 11?51 gearing setup, paired with an upgraded SLX rear derailleur. Stopping duties are handled by reliable two-piston Deore brakes matched to 203mm rotors for extra bite.
DT Swiss E532 rims are enduro-ready, with a 30mm internal width that gives the Maxxis Minion DHRII tyres plenty of support. Both are tubeless ready — just add tape, valves and sealant.
RaceFace 35mm finishing kit and a KS dropper post complete a spec sheet with no weak points — and that’s before you get into the small details.
There’s internal routing for everything — including the dropper post — superboost spacing for extra clearance, and large bearings designed for long service life and easy replacement.
Just don’t try to stick a 29er fork up front. You’ll trigger our inbuilt safety system that alerts everyone on Pinkbike to the crimes you’re committing.
Please note - this bike does not come supplied with pedals. Choose some here!
Get ready to let loose and unleash your wild side with the Saracen Ariel 80. If you're all about sending it sideways, popping off lips, and leaving a trail of shredded rear tires in your wake, this is the bike you've been dreaming of. Designed for maximum fun and thrills, the Ariel 80 is your ticket to park domination, whether you're tearing up UK trail centers or tackling the gnarliest descents in the Alps.
Embrace the 27.5-inch life and experience the ultimate in park bike performance with the Ariel 80. Engineered around our all-new, custom-butted and hydroformed 6013 aluminium frame, this bike has been put through its paces by none other than bottom-out king Matt Walker himself. With 180mm of plush travel, every millimeter of suspension is dialed in to keep you grinning from ear to ear, whether you're railing berms, hitting jump lines, or railing through tight tree sections.
Take your riding to the next level with the Ariel 80 Pro, featuring a spec sheet that's designed for hard-charging adventures on the trails. With a Fox DHX2 Performance shock and Fox 38 Performance Elite fork, this bike offers unparalleled adjustability to tackle even the most demanding terrain with ease. Shimano SLX shifting, XT rear mech, and four-pot Deore brakes provide reliable performance when you need it most, while DT Swiss E532 rims and Maxxis Minion DHRII tires ensure maximum traction and control. With a RaceFace finishing kit and KS dropper post completing the package, the Ariel 80 Pro is ready to push your limits and keep you grinning from start to finish. Just remember, don't try to stick a 29er fork up front unless you want to set off our inbuilt safety device!
| Frame Size | SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stem Length plus Reach | |||
| Frame Seat Tube | 360 cm | 360 cm | 410 cm |
| Frame Top Tube | 580 cm | 607 cm | 635 cm |
| Frame Reach | 435 cm | 460 cm | 485 cm |
| Frame Stack | 602 cm | 610 cm | 624 cm |
| Frame Head Tube | 100 cm | 110 cm | 125 cm |
| Frame Head Angle | 63.5° | 63.5° | 63.5° |
| Frame Seat Angle | 76.5° | 76.5° | 76.5° |
| Frame Chainstay | 438 cm | 438 cm | 438 cm |
| Frame BB Drop | 14 cm | 14 cm | 14 cm |
| Frame Wheel Base | 1207 cm | 1236 cm | 1268 cm |
| Fork Offset | |||
| Fork Travel | |||
| Standover | 738 cm | 738 cm | 739 cm |
| Stem Length | |||
| Handle Bar Width |
| Frame Size | SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stem Length plus Reach | |||
| Frame Seat Tube | 360 | 360 | 410 |
| Frame Top Tube | 580 | 607 | 635 |
| Frame Reach | 435 | 460 | 485 |
| Frame Stack | 602 | 610 | 624 |
| Frame Head Tube | 100 | 110 | 125 |
| Frame Head Angle | 63.5° | 63.5° | 63.5° |
| Frame Seat Angle | 76.5° | 76.5° | 76.5° |
| Frame Chainstay | 438 | 438 | 438 |
| Frame BB Drop | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Frame Wheel Base | 1207 | 1236 | 1268 |
| Fork Offset | |||
| Fork Travel | |||
| Standover | 738 | 738 | 739 |
| Stem Length | |||
| Handle Bar Width |
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