The Radavist's "MTB of the year".
Darco
Front
160mm
Rear
120mm
Wheels
29"
Warranteed
3 Years
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We’ve been making bikes for almost 20 years, and all of this knowledge and expertise has trickled down into creating The Darco. As you might have expected, this bike draws strongly on our steel hardtail roots.
The Darco rolls on 29” wheels and has 160mm of travel up front paired with a stout 120mm in the rear, a hardtailers full-suser if you will. Our geometry philosophy has carried right over onto this bike, pairing slack head tube angles (64°) and steep seat tube angles (78°), with ample room up front (490mm reach on M/L). Perfect for the type of terrain we have in the Sea to Sky, steep climbs and steeper descents.
Given what we know is achievable on a hardtail, it seemed appropriate to spec this bike with a reservoir shock. A shock intended for more aggressive riding and much less likely to be overwhelmed when in the thick of it.
This bike has been a labour of love for us, and a project with such scope deserves a name near and dear to our hearts. Our dear friend and Chromag mechanic D’Arcy Burke passed away after a courageous battle with cancer in 2020. We affectionately referred to him as “The Dark One”. The Darco is a tip of the hat to our friend.
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We’ve been making bikes for almost 20 years, and all of this knowledge and expertise has trickled down into creating The Darco. As you might have expected, this bike draws strongly on our steel hardtail roots.
The Darco rolls on 29” wheels and has 160mm of travel up front paired with a stout 120mm in the rear, a hardtailers full-suser if you will. Our geometry philosophy has carried right over onto this bike, pairing slack head tube angles (64°) and steep seat tube angles (78°), with ample room up front (490mm reach on M/L). Perfect for the type of terrain we have in the Sea to Sky, steep climbs and steeper descents.
Given what we know is achievable on a hardtail, it seemed appropriate to spec this bike with a reservoir shock. A shock intended for more aggressive riding and much less likely to be overwhelmed when in the thick of it.
This bike has been a labour of love for us, and a project with such scope deserves a name near and dear to our hearts. Our dear friend and Chromag mechanic D’Arcy Burke passed away after a courageous battle with cancer in 2020. We affectionately referred to him as “The Dark One”. The Darco is a tip of the hat to our friend.
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Low stock in Dark Olive · XL · FRAME & SHOCK
Climb hard.
Descend harder.
From brutal climbs to steep descents, the Darco’s geometry is built for demanding terrain.
With 120mm rear travel paired to a 150–160mm fork, it delivers an agile, predictable ride that stays connected when things get rough.
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Hardtail DNA.
Full-Suspension Power.
A 4130 chromoly steel front triangle delivers Chromag’s signature ride feel, while 6066 aluminum chainstays and a forged aluminum rocker add stiffness, strength, and precise bearing integration.
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Inside Darco
Key design choices behind the ride.
Steel DNA
4130 chromoly frame, hardtail heritage.
Reservoir Shock
Built for aggressive riding.
Aluminum Chainstays
Light, stiff, and bearing-ready.
All Mountain Geometry
Slack, steep, and long.
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Tech Specs
Everything you need to know about the Darco.
Wheel Size: 29"
Rear Axle: 180mm, M12 X 1.00mm - Boost 148 UDH™ (Included)
BB Type: BSA 73mm Threaded
Headset: 44-56mm
Linkage: Rocker Driven Horst Linkage
Shock Size: 165 X 45mm Trunnion
Lower Shock Hardware: 20 × 8mm
Hanger: SRAM™ UDH™
Frame Construction: 4130 Cr-Mo Steel / 6066 Aluminum
Rear Travel: 120mm
Recommended Fork Offset: 44mm
Recommended Fork Travel: 150mm
Seatpost Size: 31.6mm
Seatclamp Size: 35mm
Bottle Cage Mount: Yup!
Gear Mount: Yup!
Brake Mount: 180mm Post
Frame Weight: Frame: 10.53bs:
Complete: 34.75lbs
Origin: Taiwan
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