They claim it's ideal for carbon frames, and that their frame tolerances are tight enough that they don't have any issues with creaking. The bottom bracket is a PF92, which isn't surprising considering that Pivot were one of the pioneers of that standard. There's room for a full-size water bottle on all frame sizes, something I think should be as standard issue as a front wheel for a bike in this category, but it's notable, nonetheless. Compared to the previous version, there are wider pivots and larger bearings, along with ample room for longer travel dropper posts. The Trail 429's frame has a nice and clean look to it, devoid of any strange swoops or bends.
