$3,999 for a complete gravity frame with Fox Float X2. That price is real, the bikes are in stock right now, and you don’t have to wait until fall to get one. Frameworks Bicycles just opened orders on both their 2026 Enduro and DH frames, with March delivery for DH and April for Enduro.

That’s the news. Here’s whether it’s worth your attention.

Quick Verdict

Aspect	Rating
Value	★★★★★
Spec for Price	★★★★★
Availability	★★★★☆
Brand Track Record	★★★☆☆
Geometry	★★★★☆

Best for: Riders who want genuine gravity geometry and a Fox shock without spending $6,000+ Skip if: You need an established dealer network, proven long-term durability data, or a full drivetrain build 2026 Enduro weight: 9.31 lb (Medium frame) 2026 DH weight: 9.25 lb (Medium frame) Price: $3,999 (both models) — frame only with Fox Float X2

What Frameworks Is

Frameworks Bicycles isn’t Specialized. They’re not Trek. They’re a direct-to-consumer gravity brand targeting riders who know exactly what they want and don’t need a flagship dealer to hold their hand through the purchase. The business model keeps overhead low. That’s where the $3,999 price comes from.

They’ve been around long enough to have a following in the dedicated gravity community. Not long enough that I’d call the long-term durability question settled. More on that below.

The 2026 Enduro Frame

Travel: 170mm rear Construction: Aluminum front triangle, carbon rear triangle Wheel size: MX (29-inch front, 27.5-inch rear) Head angle: 63.75 degrees Shock: Fox Float X2 Frame weight: 9.31 lb (Medium) Price: $3,999

The MX wheel setup is the right call at 170mm. A 29-inch rear at this travel creates chainstay length and kinematics that most riders don’t want. The 27.5 rear keeps the back end agile without compromising rollover on the front. I’ve ridden the Orbea Rallon RS and Norco Sight on MX setups at similar travel, and both redirect noticeably faster through tight switchbacks than their 29/29 equivalents. Frameworks is running the same logic.

The head angle, 63.75 degrees, is genuinely slack. That’s in Transition Sentinel / Norco Range territory. Not as slack as the most extreme DH-influenced enduro bikes, but definitely committed to descending. You’re not buying this frame to be efficient on cross-country climbs.

The aluminum/carbon split construction is smart for the price point. Full carbon at $3,999 would be a red flag because the layup quality would be suspect. Aluminum front triangle with carbon rear gives you the stiffness benefit where the rear triangle’s rigidity matters for suspension kinematics, while keeping cost and crash-repair options realistic. If you endo and destroy the front triangle on an aluminum frame, you can get it welded. Carbon front triangle failures at this price are usually write-offs.

Fox Float X2 at this price is the standout spec. The X2 is what comes on $7,000 bikes from Trek and Specialized. Getting it frame-only at $3,999 means you’re essentially building a Fox X2-equipped enduro bike with whatever fork you choose to pair it with. When I built my last enduro setup, I spent $850 on the shock alone. Getting that included changes the frame math significantly. A Fox Podium would pair well on technical terrain. The Fox 38 Factory is the more practical choice.

The 2026 DH Frame

Travel: 204–209mm (adjustable via flip chip) Construction: Aluminum front triangle, carbon rear triangle Wheel size: MX (29/27.5) Head angle: 63 degrees Shock: Fox Float X2 Frame weight: 9.25 lb (Medium) Price: $3,999

The DH frame is actually slightly lighter than the Enduro frame, which makes sense. DH frames don’t need to carry the pedaling efficiency compromises that enduro frames do, so the structure can be simplified.

204–209mm of travel via a flip chip gives you real DH numbers. That’s not enduro-style long travel. That’s bike park geometry. The 63-degree head angle reinforces this. Frameworks isn’t trying to make a do-everything bike with DH travel; they’re building a dedicated DH tool.

MX on a DH bike is a real geometry choice. The UCI has approved 29-inch front for DH racing, and several pro-level bikes have made the switch. The 27.5 rear on a DH bike keeps the bottom bracket height reasonable and the bike manageable in tight bike park corners. This is a legitimate configuration, not a cost-cutting shortcut.

March delivery on the DH frame means if you’re ordering now, you could have it ready for spring riding. That’s not hypothetical. The stock is on hand.

Price Context: What $3,999 Gets You Elsewhere

To understand why this price matters, look at what comparably spec’d gravity bikes cost from established brands.

The Norco Sight VLT TQ starts at $6,999, but that’s an eMTB. Non-assisted enduro bikes from Trek, Specialized, and Orbea with Fox X2-level rear suspension land at $5,500–$8,000 for frame-only or complete bikes. The Trek Fuel EX Gen 7 at the top trim is in that range, and it’s a trail bike, not an enduro platform.

At $3,999, Frameworks is roughly $1,500–$2,000 below the established brands for comparable shock spec and travel. The trade-offs are brand equity, dealer support, and long-term durability data. Those trade-offs are real. They’re also priced in.

Geometry: Is 63.75 Degrees Too Slack for Most Riders?

Not if you’re buying an enduro frame. The question is whether you’re honest with yourself about what you’re building.

A 63.75-degree head angle is for riders who spend the majority of their trail time descending — bike parks, shuttle runs, enduro races, trail systems where the climb-to-descent ratio favors going down. On that terrain, slack geometry pays off in stability and confidence at speed.

If you’re a 60/40 climb-to-descent rider who occasionally hits rough terrain, this is the wrong frame. The Trek Fuel EX Gen 7 or similar 65–66-degree HA trail bikes will serve you better and won’t fight you on every pedaling stretch.

But if you know you’re a gravity rider who wants an actual enduro-geometry tool without paying enduro-brand pricing, the geometry here is sound.

The Honest Durability Question

Frameworks frames come from a smaller production operation than the major brands. That means the quality control processes, material sourcing, and long-term durability testing aren’t as publicly documented. You’re trusting that the aluminum and carbon layup meet standards that haven’t been verified by independent testing over multiple years.

This doesn’t mean the frames are bad. It means you’re taking on more uncertainty than you would with a Specialized or Trek.

For bike park DH riding, where frames take repeated hard impacts, this matters more than it does for trail enduro riding. I’d be more willing to run a budget-brand frame on enduro trail miles than to session a jump line at a bike park for a season on one. I’ve seen what repeated 20-foot drops do to frame welds over six months. Unknown production pedigree is a real variable there.

The practical hedge: If you’re going the Frameworks route, read the warranty terms carefully before ordering. Understand what happens if you find a crack at month 6.

Stock vs. Pre-Order: Why It Matters

Most smaller gravity brands work on pre-order cycles. You put money down in September for frames arriving the following spring. Lead times stretch. Currencies fluctuate. Shipping logistics get complicated.

Frameworks has frames on the shelf right now. DH delivers March, Enduro delivers April. That’s a real operational advantage: you can order based on spring riding plans rather than hoping a pre-order arrives on time for the season.

For riders who’ve been burned by pre-order delays from other direct-to-consumer brands, the in-stock status changes the risk calculus significantly.

Build Cost Reality

The frames come with Fox Float X2. You’ll still need:

• Fork (budget $800–$1,500 for a Fox 38 or Fox Podium)
• Wheels (MX setup, budget $600–$1,200)
• Drivetrain (Shimano Deore Di2 is excellent value at the mid tier)
• Brakes ($300–$600)
• Cockpit, seat, dropper

All-in, a capable Frameworks enduro build will land somewhere between $6,500 and $9,000 depending on component choices. That’s still below most complete gravity bikes from the major brands at equivalent shock and frame spec. But “frame only for $3,999” doesn’t mean you’re riding for $3,999.

Who Should Buy This

Riders who’ve built bikes from frame-up before and understand the component ecosystem. You need to know how to spec a headset, size a shock, and choose compatible components. This isn’t a complete bike order. It’s a starting point for a build.

Enduro racers on a budget who want Fox X2 rear suspension without paying full-brand complete bike prices. The shock alone retails for $700–$900; getting it included at $3,999 for the frame set is legitimately strong value.

DH riders who want dedicated long-travel geometry for bike park riding and can build around the frame themselves.

Who Should Skip This

First-time gravity riders. The build process and lack of dealer support requires experience. The major brands sell complete bikes with warranties backed by dealer networks. That support structure has value, especially while you’re learning what you want from a gravity setup.

Riders who need a turnkey setup by a specific date. Building from a frame takes time and usually a trusted mechanic if you’re not doing it yourself.

Anyone who does primarily cross-country or trail riding. This geometry is committed to gravity. There are better frames for versatility.

vs. The Established Brands

The Orbea Rallon RS and Specialized Enduro are the obvious reference points at the premium end. Both have established dealer support, more documented durability data, and full systems integration. Both cost significantly more.

The Commencal Meta AM and Canyon Torque offer mid-tier alternatives from direct-to-consumer brands with more track record than Frameworks. Canyon in particular has proven out the direct-to-consumer model at scale. Frameworks is earlier in that journey.

What Frameworks offers that none of the above match: Fox X2 included at $3,999 with in-stock availability. If that specific combination matters to your budget and timeline, no competitor currently touches it.

The Bottom Line

The 2026 Frameworks Enduro and DH frames are a genuine value proposition at $3,999 with Fox Float X2 included. The geometry is committed to gravity riding (not hedged for trail versatility), and the in-stock status with March/April delivery is real.

The trade-offs are brand track record, dealer support, and the self-build requirement. Those are legitimate considerations, not dealbreakers, for experienced riders who know what they’re building.

If you’re a gravity rider with frame-build experience and you want Fox X2 rear suspension without paying complete-bike prices, Frameworks has answered that question for 2026.

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Specifications sourced from Frameworks Bicycles 2026 product launch. Frame weights are brand-claimed (Medium frame). Availability and delivery dates current as of February 26, 2026. Pricing subject to change. No manufacturer compensation accepted.