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The Whyte 529 features 29" wheels for a fast rolling Trail Hardtail, with a 120mm travel RockShox Recon RL Fork and Sram Eagle SX 1x12 drivetrain for a great handling and playful hardtail
The Whyte 529 features 29" wheels for a fast rolling Trail Hardtail, with a 120mm travel RockShox Recon RL Fork and Sram Eagle SX 1x12 drivetrain for a great handling and playful hardtail
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Whyte 529 V5 Hardtail MTB 2023 - Gloss Cement

Pre-Order

With Pre-Order, you can purchase the latest items added to our store in advance of them arriving with us.

Your Pre-Order is prioritised (at no additional charge); meaning that as soon as the product arrives with us, we can wrap it straight back up; ready for collection via Click & Collect or despatch to you — it often never even hits the stock room shelves!

Pre-Launch

With Pre-Launch, the date when we expect to receive the product ourselves is still a little too hazy to be confident in accepting Pre-Orders.

So, instead, you can submit your email address against the item you are interested in and we will email you as soon as stock arrives on the system.

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates are given on Pre-Order and Pre-Launch products. They are for indication purposes only and can change at any time without notice.

The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. Whenever we get updated information from our suppliers we will endeavour to update the Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates provided on product pages.

We estimate this will be ready for despatch to you or collection via Click & Collect on Undetermined

Hassle Free Returns

The 30 Day bike exchange allows you to buy a bike with confidence. If you are unhappy with the bike you can return a new bike within 30 days and swap it for a different one. If you’re not happy with your new bike for any reason, please contact us and we can arrange a convenient time bring it back into store and exchange it – so long as it’s clean and isn’t broken – by this we mean things like buckled wheels, crash damage, broken components, cracked frames etc.

Worn brakes and tyres are understandable and we’ll factor this into any exchange.

The 30 Day Bike Exchangeis completely separate from our 30 day returns policy and applies to new and unused bikes. It can only be used once on each new bike purchase.

We do however urge all customers to test ride the bike prior to purchase to ensure they are happy with the fit and ride experience of the bike.

30 DAY RETURNS POLICY ON UNUSED PRODUCTS

Any item, except food can be returned to us for any reason within 30 days, provided it has:

  • Not been used or fitted
  • Is returned in its original packaging
  • Has a valid proof of purchase from Beeline Bicycles

Online or in-store purchases can both be returned to any store free of charge, or can be returned by post.

Click & Collect customers can buy with confidence knowing they can try the item before leaving the store. Should you decide it's not right for you, it can be conveniently exchanged or refunded straight away in the store, or you still have up to 30 days to return it if you take it away.

Refunds will be processed using the same method of payment used for the original purchase. Credit & debit card refunds must be made to the card used for the original purchase, Cheque payments will be refunded in cash but due to banking restrictions can only be refunded at least 14 days after the original purchase date.

We are unable to offer any refund without a valid receipt.

FAULTY ITEMS

All products purchased from Beeline Bicycles come with a full warranty which covers manufacturing faults and defects in workmanship. If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, the fastest response we can offer is to bring your product into store for an assessment. We will need to see your proof of purchase.

If taking your product in store is not an option then please email info@beelinebicycles.co.uk. Please include photographs of your product (please keep below 20mb), a copy of receipt so we can immediately start to assess the issue.

In some cases the manufacturer/supplier and/or Beeline Bicycles may require to see the item(s) before repair or replacement can take place. If this is the case we will advise of return details and lead times.

All used items being returned to us must be cleaned for hygiene purposes.

On receipt of your goods we will carry out a full inspection & contact you within 3 working days of receipt.

Proof of purchase is also required with all potential warranty claims.

RETURNS BY POST

Please provide us with all the details of why you wish to return your purchase, as your input is invaluable to us when reviewing the products we stock.

If you are returning by post, please complete the Returns Formthen attach the returns address label to your parcel. Please include a copy of the returns form and proof of purchase.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the item is returned to us in a safe and secure manner, we suggest that you use a recorded postal/courier service. Please ensure that the service you use covers the value of the goods in the parcel. Return shipping costs are non-refundable. If the item is being returned due to our error then any postage will be reimbursed upon assessment.

It can take 5 days for your parcel to reach us dependent on the courier’s service that is used. Once we receive your parcel we will inspect and process your return within 48 hours. Refunds can take up to 5 days with your bank to appear in your account. You will receive an email update upon the completion for your return.

Whyte 529 V5 Hardtail MTB 2023 - Gloss Cement

Season:2023

Brand:Whyte Bikes

Code:W529V5VAR

Whyte: Our middle-of-the range 529 trail hardtail is a fast, light weight and capable 29er with award-winning handling that’s perfect for making the most of every bit of fun you can find on your favourite singletrack and trail centre trails, as well as for going fast and far on big rides out in the hills. Upgrades over the entry-level 429 include a full 1x12 transmission with even more climbing range and a dropper post to ensure you’re ready for everything.

Highlights:
  • Light yet tough 6061 T6 hydroformed, multi-butted Singe Chain Ring (1X) specific frame
  • 120mm RockShox Recon RL suspension fork
  • Capable & smooth-rolling 29er wheels + grippy Maxxis tyres
  • SRAM SX Eagle 1x12 transmission (32T chainring x 11-50 cassette)
  • Tektro M535 four-piston hydraulic disc brakes (180mm rotors front + rear)
  • KS dropper post (with frame size-specific drop)

Why The 529?: The 529 uses the same perfect 1/10 MBR magazine scored frame as our flagship 629 trail hardtail to give you the same award-winning handling, so you can confidently enjoy taking on technical trails, combined with low weight and smooth-rolling 29er wheels to cover ground quickly and efficiently.

Our big wheel hardtail handling has been the benchmark since we first did what everyone else said was impossible with our holistic ‘Total Geometry’ design philosophy: by blending progressive 29er geometry together with specially curated components and tyre choice to deliver you the very best handling and ride experience possible. This equates to an exhilarating and confident ride feel: the 529 is a freak out of corners and up climbs, but never freaks out when you’re pushing it, sending drops, or sliding turns faster than ever. Short offset forks and custom Whyte short stem, bars and grips complete your connection to the feisty but flowing, calm but hard-charging character that pro test riders and trail riders love.

The 6061-T6 hydroformed, multi-butted mainframe also blends capability with comfort so that you can ride confidently on every ride – no matter how long or short – thanks to a careful blend of frame angles, dimensions, component choices, and custom fork offset to deliver you a class-leading ride that’s balanced, composed, stable and precise. We’ve also mounted the rear brake on the chainstay – rather than the traditional seatstay – to add even more comfort.

Features & Equipment
The middle option of our three 29er trail hardtails comes with a suitably Goldilocks ‘just right’ kit list that seamlessly blends value and performance: front suspension is provided by RockShox’s capable Recon RL 120mm travel forks; slick shifting with a gear for every gradient comes from SRAM’s SX Eagle groupset; Maxxis Ardent 29x2.4in EXO Dual Compound tyres fly over the trails with sure-footed grip. Such a tough but light ride needs wheels to match too, so we build our own custom sets from proven WTB rims, benchmark DT Swiss spokes and double sealed hubs. Powerful, feedback-rich braking comes from Tektro four-piston hydraulic disc brakes to give you dependable performance; remote-controlled KS 900i dropper seat posts (125mm drop on size S; 150mm drop on M-XL) give you the clearance to push your riding further, and in more control, on descents and technical terrain, too.

To ensure that living with it for the long-haul is as good an experience as riding it, we’ve loaded the 529 with all the bad-weather-beating and practical features possible to keep it running brilliantly ride after rider, and year after year. That includes weather sealing the internally routed control cable ports and seat post collar to keep the water and muck where it belongs – outside; maximizing mud clearances – as well as allowing space for up to 2.6in tyres in the rear – thanks to our big-tyre friendly Single Chain Ring frame design; as well as a custom chainstay guard to both protect the frame from chain slap damage and silent your ride.

Bigger diameter 29in (aka ‘29er’) wheels boost performance in several ways. Their larger size effectively shrinks every bump, so they can roll over rough terrain faster and smoother so you can go further, with less fatigue and more control. They also have more gyroscopic stability so you can hold your line better when things get loose, adding more control and confidence. While that can make some 29ers dull, our unique Total Geometry approach means our 29er bikes are still agile and fun as well.

Technical Information
Frame & Fork
Frame: 6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, SCR, Tapered Headtube, Internal Cable Routing with BBX63, Chainstay Post Mount Dropouts and 12mm X 148mm Boost Dropouts
Fork: RockShox Recon RL 29"", 120mm Travel, 42mm Offset, Solo Air, Fast Black Coating, Adjustable Rebound, Tapered Alloy Steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, Maxle Lite
Wheels & Tyres
Front Hub: Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 15mm x 110mm Boost Thru Axle, 32 Hole
Rear Hub: Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost Thru Axle, 32 Hole
Rims: WTB ST i27 TCS 2.0 System, Pinned Joint, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes: DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Tyres: Maxxis Ardent 29""x 2.4"" EXO Dual Compound, 60TPI, Tanwall
Gears & Drivetrain
Shifters: SRAM SX Eagle
Rear Mech: SRAM SX Eagle, 12 Speed
Crank: SRAM X1 Eagle, X-SYNC 2, Direct Mount 32T, DUB, 170mm, Boost 12 Speed
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, BSA, 73mm
Cassette: SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 Speed
Chain: SRAM SX Eagle, 12 Speed
Brakes
Front Brake: Tektro HD-M535, 4 Piston, 2.3mm gauge 180mm Disc
Rear Brake: Tektro HD-M535, 4 Piston, 2.3mm gauge 180mm Disc, Internal Routing
Brake Levers: Tektro M-535
Components
Saddle: Whyte Custom
Seatpost: KS, 30.9mm, S 125mm Travel, M/L/XL 150mm Travel, Paddle Remote Lever
Handlebar: Whyte 6061 Alloy, 15mm Rise, 31.8mm, 780mm Wide
Grips: Whyte Lock-on Enduro Grip
Stem: Whyte Alloy, 45mm Extension
Headset: FSA No. 57B Orbit ZS, 1 1/2"" Lower and 1 1/8"" Upper Caged Bearings
Pedals: Fibre Reinforced Composite Platform
Sizing Information
Whyte 529 Size Guide

Small

Medium

Large

X-Large

5’2″ – 5’6″

5’6″ – 5’10”

5’10” – 6’2″

6’2″ – 6’6″

157 – 168 cm

168 – 178 cm

178 – 188 cm

188 – 198 cm

Professional Opinion
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