Snabb

Name: NS Bikes Snabb
Brand: NS Bikes

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Origin

"Snabb" is Swedish for "fast", chosen because NS Bikes wanted a single word that transcended language barriers in the pan-European market. The Snabb launched circa 2015 as NS's first serious foray into the enduro segment, built on lessons from the Fuzz downhill platform. The 4-bar Horst Link was chosen for its predictable, brake-jack-free behaviour — critical on sustained enduro stages.

Specifications

Frame: AL6061-T6 + AL6066-T6 custom formed and butted tubes; AL7075-T6 rocker arm; double-pass welding in critical zones; MAX bearings in all pivots
Weight: kg
Drivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle 1x12; Truvativ Descendant DUB cranks 34t 170mm; cassette 11-50t
Brakes: SRAM Level hydraulic disc; 200mm front / 180mm rear
Wheels: 27.5" tubeless-ready (Snabb 160); Octane One Solar 32h rims; NS Rotary hubs 15x110mm front Boost / 148x12mm rear Boost

The verdict

+Strengths

Horst Link delivers confident, progressive suspension feel with no brake jack on steep descents
Slack 64° head angle and boost spacing give a planted, stable ride
Competitive enduro spec at a lower price than European rivals

−Weaknesses

At 15.1 kg the Snabb 160 is heavy by modern enduro standards
Aluminium frame can feel harsh over sustained chunk compared to carbon rivals
RockShox 35 fork (base build) is outclassed by the frame's descending capability