Meta TR

Name: Commencal Meta TR
Brand: Commencal

mtb

Origin

The Meta TR (Trail) carved out a niche between the Meta AM enduro sled and the Meta HT hardtail — a full-suspension trail bike for all-day rides without enduro weight. Launched 2019, it reached V4 in 2023 with refreshed geometry and the flip-chip option. Designed for riders who pedal as much as they descend.

Specifications

Frame: Alloy 6066 triple-butted tubes (T4/T6), single-pivot rear suspension, enduro pivot bearings, internal cable routing, BSA threaded BB, frame weight ~3.7 kg
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX/XT or SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed, 1x (build-dependent)
Brakes: Shimano hydraulic disc or SRAM Level, flat mount, 180–203mm rotors (build-dependent)
Wheels: 29" tubeless-ready

The verdict

+Strengths

Excellent all-day trail performer — efficient climbing with real descending capability
Flip-chip geometry adjustment adds genuine versatility for different terrain
Direct-to-consumer pricing makes it exceptional value for a 140mm full-suspension bike

−Weaknesses

Single-pivot design offers less small-bump sensitivity than multi-link alternatives
Not specialized enough for dedicated enduro racing or pure XC
Component spec on entry builds can feel mismatched with the capable frame