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Fluid FS 2 29
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,499| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SX Eagle |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Norco Fluid FS is a versatile trail bike that offers a great balance of performance and value, with modern geometry and a well-executed frame design. It excels in technical trails with its smooth suspension and grippy tires, though some models may feel heavy on climbs. The bike is praised for its high-quality build kit and suspension performance, making it a strong contender in its category.
High quality frame construction
Modern geometry
Excellent value kit package
Smooth and grippy suspension and tires
12-speed drivetrain
Weight
Basic small rotor Shimano brakes
Over-damped shock deadens the ride
Slow to accelerate
The faster you go, the more the high-volume rubber, stiff frame and capable suspension come into their own.
Bike PerfectWith their updated Fluid FS line, Norco offers beginner and mid-level riders some highly capable complete builds at very reasonable prices.
BikerumorThe new Fluid is a massive leap forward for this range
Flow Mountain BikeThe Fluid was a hoot. Through jumps and berms, the bike is very poppy, highlighting its fun-loving nature and the Fluid's intended use.
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Jul 2020
Looking for a youth mountain bike to get your kid out on the trails? Check out the Norco Fluid kid-specific mountain bike. The Norco Fluid 1 20 is available in several builds and sizes, this is a great youth mountain bike option.
Jun 2020 · Mick Kirkman
Solid and confident once up to speed, but slow to get there and let down by its fork
Frame is a good shape, with (rear) suspension that’s stable while pedalling
1x SRAM Eagle drivetrain is quiet and secure, with a wide-range cassette to aid climbing
Feels heavy and is slow to get up to speed
Can be tough to manoeuvre when rolling with momentum
Suntour fork isn’t very smooth or effective over repeated hits
Sep 2019 · Guy Kesteven
Guy Kesteven hits the trails on the Norco Fluid FS1 to find out if a fresh fork, smoother shock tune and the latest Shimano drivetrain deliver on the potential it obviously had last year
Suspension issues are resolved
Spec far exceeds its pricepoint
Weight
Brakes are lacking
Jul 2019 · Steve Fisher
Norco's 2019 Fluid FS1 29er is a solid all-around trail machine that offers great bang for your buck.
May 2019 · Hannah Dobson
Hannah checks out the 2019 Norco Fluid FS 1, a sub £2k full suspension bike. Available from Evans in the UK.
Feb 2019 · Sspomer
Where the enduro bike is overkill and the cross-country bike is nerve-wracking, the Fluid is right at home.
Feb 2019 · Alan Muldoon
The Norco Fluid FS has long been one of the best entry-level suspension bikes on the market, and for 2019 Norco has raised the bar once again.
Killer build kit and finish
Over-damped shock deadens the ride
| Frame | 6061, 120mm Travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon RL, 130mm Travel Travel: 130mm |
| Shock | Rockshox Deluxe Select, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB threaded |
| Headset | Sealed Cartridge Bearing |
| Stem | 6061 Alloy, 50mm, 35mm bore |
| Handlebar | TranzX 6061 DB, 780mm |
| Saddle | Norco XC |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic dropper Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | VP Flat Nylon |
| Grips | VP lock on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM SX Eagle DUB 30T |
| Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50T |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano BR-M420, Hydraulic, 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-M420, Hydraulic, 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Stans Flow D, 32H |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Novatec, 15x110mm Boost, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Novatec Boost RR 12x148mm Boost, 32H |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.6" 3C/EXO/TR, Rear: Maxxis Forekaster 2.6" 3C/EXO/TR |
First added October 4
Last updated September 22
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