Just months after announcing their first all carbon fiber full suspension frame, the Carbine, Intense is at it again. The guys from Temecula, California just announced their newest creation: The Carbine SL. Here's what they had to say about this bit of carbon fiber with an American attitude.

"Introducing the Carbine SL: the newest addition to Intense Cycles’ exciting line of carbon fiber frames.  Weighing in around the 5 lb. mark and offering cool features like titanium bolts and a carbon fiber shock link, The Carbine SL delivers an exceptional ride for racers and enthusiasts alike. "I have personally had the pleasure of riding this bike for 3 months now, and loved every minute of it”, says Intense Marketing Manager, Scott Sharples. “The SL gives me the ability to charge up steep, technical hills and then bomb the downhill." Intense designer, Jeff Steber, chose higher modulus carbon fiber to save weight and retain strength. He also added dedicated 135 QR dropouts and adjustable 4.75 - 5.25 inches of plush efficient VPP suspension.The SL hits the aggressive XC/ lt Trail segment with 68 degree head angle, low stance and light weight.Once again we joined forces with German design & engineering specialists SEED Engineering to create another Carbon Fiber master piece. Available as frame or with Shimano XT / Fox build kit Carbine SL starts shipping this March. Visit your Intense Authorized Dealer and get yours soon!"


Built with slightly less travel than the original Carbine, the Carbine SL seeks to please the rider looking for a super lightweight trail bike


All new carbon rocker offers two shock mounting positions for adjusting travel


The Carbine SL uses strategically placed material to protect the areas most vulnerable to rocks and debris kicked up on the trail


Replacing the aluminum G1 dropout seen on the Carbine, the all-new carbon dropout is designed to save grams