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ABOUT THE DEVINCI CARBON TROY
We tested the Devinci Troy Carbon in the GX AXS build, which carried a $7,499 USD price tag at the time of testing.
Devinci sells the Troy strictly as a mullet, though a flip chip at the lower shock mount allows you to run a 29” rear wheel if you prefer. The frame delivers 150mm of rear travel using Devinci’s Split Pivot suspension design, matched to a 160mm RockShox Lyrik up front. This places the bike squarely in aggressive trail and all-mountain territory, capable but not too cumbersome. Fully guided cable routing keeps the bike quiet, and Devinci’s in-frame Shed storage gives you a place to stash tools or snacks without relying on a pack or frame bag.
The Troy also comes with a lifetime frame warranty, which is a nice touch for a bike that’s clearly meant to rack up real miles. Our size large test bike, built as a mullet and fitted with Schwalbe Albert Trail tires with the Trail Radial casing and Crankbrothers DH pedals, tipped the scales at 34.15 lb.
THE DIRT
A LONG-TERM TEST STORY | The Devinci Troy was tested by both friend of The Loam Wolf, Kyle, and myself, giving us a more complete sense of how the Troy behaves for different body sizes and riding styles. I spent a substantial block on it first, then handed it off to Kyle, who was especially excited to spend time on a shorter-travel bike after living on bigger enduro rigs.
Then the test got weird. Kyle locked the bike in the back of his truck, parked under a camera outside a restaurant, and did the standard paranoid mountain biker routine of constantly checking on it. Even so, the bike was cut out of the truck and stolen, disappearing in seconds. Eventually, it showed up listed online roughly 45 minutes away.
What followed was a full-on recovery mission involving a meetup, Kyle’s roommate, and a very aggressive back-and-forth that ended with the Troy being recovered before police arrived to arrest the bike thief. The bike came back with blue Sharpie markings on the tires and fork, and was shined up for the proposed sale using WD40 (RIP brake pads). Thankfully, it was structurally fine, and ready for more testing.
GEOMETRY AND FIT | The size Large Devinci Troy Carbon felt immediately comfortable to both riders, even though I’m 6’1″ and Kyle is around 5’10”. Neither of us had to fight the bike or spend a bunch of rides adapting to it. The one fit note worth flagging is the seat tube insertion depth, or relative lack thereof. Taller riders may run into limitations if they want a very long dropper post, and I had to run a shorter post than I would have preferred to get the saddle to my proper pedaling height. Kyle didn’t run into the same issue with his lower saddle height, so this is mainly something taller riders should pay attention to.
SUSPENSION FEEL | The carbon Troy’s 150mm Split Pivot rear suspension was controlled by a RockShox Vivid Air shock, and there was a 160mm Lyrik up front on our test bike. Compared with the aluminum Troy I rode previously, which used a Super Deluxe, the Vivid setup felt notably more composed and more ground-hugging when the terrain got rough.
The RockShox Super Deluxe shock spec felt more like a classic trail bike, with a more supportive top-end that made it easier to pump and press, feeling more lively. The Vivid Air gives up some of that immediate pop, in exchange for a calmer and better-controlled feel when the speed rises and the trail starts getting gnarly. For the trails I like most, I’d choose the Vivid, though riders who want a more playful feel on mellower terrain may prefer the Super Deluxe’s character.
We spent a lot of time fine-tuning the setup of the shock, experimenting with all of the adjustments on the Vivid Air, from air pressure to rebound and compression damping, and lastly the Vivid’s Hydraulic Bottom Out adjustment. Overall, both riders would place the rear suspension’s optimal setup in the soft-to-medium range: supple enough to stay glued to the trail, but not so soft that it felt vague or wallowy. That setup helped the bike hold traction well and stay composed through rough, high-speed hits.
Neither of us experienced harsh bottom-outs throughout the test. The one consistent note was that in certain fast, repeated mid-sized compressions, the bike transmitted some extra vibration through the feet and a bit of instability. It was never enough to ruin the ride, but it was noticeable in that specific slice of terrain and seems more like a character trait of the Split Pivot layout than something that can be tuned completely away.
BUILD SPEC AND VALUE | At $7,499 USD, the GX AXS build sits in a price zone where the spec has to do some heavy lifting. Fortunately, the Troy mostly does, with a carbon frame, RockShox Ultimate-level suspension, and wireless SRAM Transmission drivetrain. High-quality frame details such as the fully-guided cable routing and in-frame storage compartment help to justify its price, and the lifetime warranty is the reassuring icing on an otherwise moist cake.
The SRAM Code brakes were appropriate for the bike’s mission, if not exceptional performers. They’re consistent and predictable, and they match the Troy’s descending ability well, even if we couldn’t help imagining how good the bike would feel with SRAM Mavens. Given the Troy’s rough-trail personality, more aggressive brakes would not be out of place, and we’ll always prefer to be over-braked for peace of mind.
The Race Face ERA carbon bar is a standout component for us, and we were happy to see it on the build. The wheels are less exciting, though. The Race Face Arc 30 wheels are not terrible, but in our experience, they’re a little softer and less durable than some other options when ridden hard through rocks all season. We’d happily run them into the ground, then consider upgrading down the line.
CLIMBING CHARACTER | The Devinci Troy Carbon climbs well enough, but it’s not pretending to be a lightweight uphill weapon. It sits firmly in the “good, but not mind-blowing” category, which makes sense for a 150/160mm mixed-wheel bike that is built to be ridden hard on the way down.
It’s happiest at a seated, steady pace, where the suspension can do its thing. The bike maintains solid traction on technical climbs, helping to winch up rather than hammering in a sharp and XC-focused manner. I appreciated how easy it was to wheelie-turn through tight switchbacks, and while there was some front-wheel lift on steeper pitches, that was more a product of my height, seat position, and riding posture than any major flaw in the bike.
The climb switch is there if you want it, but the Troy doesn’t really need it to get up the hill. When left open, it still pedals efficiently enough and doesn’t feel like it’s wasting energy by moving the shock excessively under power. This is not the bike to buy if your primary mission is chasing climb times, but it absolutely gets you to the top without feeling punishing.
DESCENDING FEEL | This is where the Devinci Troy Carbon makes the strongest case for itself. On fast, flowy trails, it isn’t the most hyper-poppy bike around, but it carries speed well if you stay active and work the terrain. It rewards riders who pump and stay engaged rather than expecting it to do everything for them.
The Troy really shines in corners. It loves long berms, steep supported turns, and fast, loaded cornering where you can trust the chassis and drive the bike hard through the apex. When traction breaks, it tends to drift in a soft, predictable way rather than snapping loose, which makes it easy to stay composed when things get a little loose.
In rough terrain, Devinci has delivered an impressive all-mountain machine. The Vivid Air setup gives it a mini-freeride personality, with a grounded, composed feel that dances through chunk and doesn’t mind bigger drops and road gaps. It really comes alive when the terrain gets steeper, rougher, and more serious.
Jumping is another strength. Kyle felt at home on the Troy Carbon from the beginning, and had no issue taking it off sizable jumps and drops at the local riding spot. I found that the smaller rear wheel let me throw “lazy whips” a little more easily, because the bike felt composed enough in the air to move deliberately without getting twitchy. Compared with something quicker and more reactive, the Troy’s behavior in the air is a little calmer and easier to manage when you’re aiming for side hits or gaps.
If your priorities lean toward a hyper-poppy, roller-pumping trail bike, the Super Deluxe-equipped version of the Troy will likely suit you better. The Vivid spec we tested trades some of that lively top-end feel for more control and composure once the trail gets rowdy, and that makes it the better choice for bigger features and rougher lines.
FINISH AND DURABILITY | The Devinci Troy Carbon is a good-looking bike, plain and simple. The color-shift blue paint looks excellent in person, especially as the light changes, and the finish held up well through months of real riding. Devinci’s lifetime frame warranty adds another layer of confidence for riders planning to keep the bike long-term.
The recovered bike came back with some extra Sharpie flair on the tires and fork, but otherwise it told the story of a frame that had been through a lot and kept going. That kind of durability matters on a bike intended for hard trail use, shuttle days, and rough descents.
COMPONENT NOTES | The RockShox Lyrik and Vivid combo is a great fit for the Devinci Troy’s intended use, especially if you like a more planted rear end and don’t mind giving up a bit of pop. The SRAM GX AXS drivetrain performed exactly as expected, with clean and consistent shifts throughout the test and no issues despite travel, weather, and plenty of rough riding.
The SRAM Code brakes were dependable, though Mavens would be a tempting upgrade for riders who like more aggressive braking power. The Race Face wheels are functional but not standout, and they’re the part we’d be most likely to replace first if we were building this bike for serious abuse.
The Wolf’s Last Word
The Devinci Troy Carbon lands in a really appealing middle ground, serving as a comfortable and capable all-rounder. It’s a bike you can ride every day, yet feels comfortable when the ride turns into a shuttle lap, a bike park day, or an all-day mission. The RockShox Vivid Air shock spec gives it confidence in rough terrain, while a Super Deluxe build can bring back some of the livelier trail-bike energy for riders who care more about pop than plow.
It’s not the lightest, quickest climber, and it’s not trying to be. What it does well is stay composed, corner confidently, and make rowdy terrain feel less intimidating without becoming dull on mellower trails. That balance is what makes the Troy feel so easy to recommend as a do-it-all aggressive trail bike with legitimate mini-freeride energy. 
Price: $7,499
Website: Devinci.com
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Cole’s den is in Spokane WA, where he relocated a few years back. Growing up in the lush, loamy playgrounds of the PNW, his soul is forever tied to steep, rooty descents and that unmistakable squish of perfect dirt. After 19 years of shredding, Cole’s been on every kind of rig out there. Once a die-hard fan of big travel bikes, he’s now on a quest for the mythical short-travel do-it-all machine. And yes, skids may be for kids, but this middle-aged manchild is here to prove they’re also for anyone who loves having a damn good time.
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