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2022 Norco

Fluid FS 4.1

A 24″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with upper mid-range components and shimano deore hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,799
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 120 / 145mm
ForkManitou JUNIT Expert
ShockFox Float X Performance
Wheels24″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetSX Eagle, NX
BrakesShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Handling
nimblestable
Fluid FS 4.1
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

19 mph

Fluid FS 4.1

Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
24"

4'2" – 4'8"

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Reviews
BikeRadar
Norco Fluid FS C2 review

Nov 2023 · Tom Law

While not the flashiest, this is an incredibly fun bike to ride, which flatters your skills

Highs
  • Agile yet confidence-inspiring geometry

  • Feels as though it has more travel than it does

  • Excellent climbing traction

Lows
  • Deserves more powerful brakes

  • Could do with a tougher rear tyre

  • Not everyone will get on with the front tread pattern

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Singletrack World
Norco Fluid FS A1 Review: The Metal Messiah

Sep 2023 · Ben Haworth

When this Norco Fluid FS A1 arrived at STW HQ, I said "Hurray for metal trail bikes. Especially metal trail bikes with decent geometry."

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Mountain Bike Action
NORCO FLUID FS A1 REVIEW - ALUMINUM VALUE WITH ALL THE RIGHT MOVES - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

Sep 2023 · Ron Koch

The travel and geometry are similar to Norco’s carbon-framed Optic, but the ride characteristics of the Fluid are unique to this bike and stay true to the feel we’ve come to expect from the Canadian mega-brand.

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Norco Fluid FS 4

Aug 2023 · Pat Donahue

The Norco Fluid FS 4 is a ripping trail bike at an outstanding price point. This rad singletrack slayer delivers a very confident and capable ride, with...

Highs
  • Extremely capable on the descents

  • Comfortable climbing abilities

  • Solid build spec

Lows
  • Long wheelbase might not be ideal for some trail networks

  • Not a particularly spritely climber

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Bikerumor
Norco Fluid FS Carbon Trail Bike Goes 600g Lighter than Alloy Counterpart

Jul 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan

The Norco Fluid FS Carbon matches the geometry and kinematic of its aluminum counterpart in lighter package with size-specific carbon layup

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Mountain Flyer
Norco Fluid FS A1: Equipped for Cost Effective (Mis)Adventure

Jun 2023

Norco’s revamped Fluid FS A1 made waves when released in the summer of 2022. This no-nonsense trail bike is packed with features and components normally reserved for more expensive options and the global bike media took notice.

Highs
  • Excellent component spec for the price (Fox Factory 34, Shimano XT, TRP Trail Evo 4-piston brakes)

  • Modern aggressive trail geometry with size-specific chainstay and seat tube angles

  • Intuitive Ride-Aligned Design suspension setup tool

  • Balanced and comfortable body position

  • Gobs of traction from soft suspension top end

  • Playful and nimble despite stiffness when loaded

  • Accessory mounts on top tube for frame bag

  • Excellent value

Lows
  • Suspension wallows when hammering, less efficient under power compared to DW-link

  • Vittoria tires have soft sidewalls that fold during aggressive cornering

  • Fox 34 fork can be overwhelmed when riding very aggressively

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Norco Fluid FS A1

Jun 2023 · Ian Collins

This Winter, Norco sent us a mid-duty bike which happens to be their most high value offering – the Fluid FS A1. A 29″ trail bike with 140mm travel up front and 130mm travel out back, the Fluid features a blend of parts that vary from budget to flagship, all while boasting highly refined aesthetics. Thanks to its polished welds one could easily mistake it for a carbon fiber frame. In any case, this bike has a highly appealing mix of components with modern geometry and promising features at an excellent price of just $3,999 USD – let’s see how

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Flow Mountain Bike
Norco Fluid FS 2023 Review | Is the Fluid an alloy antidote to costly carbon?

May 2023

The Norco Fluid FS aims to offer all terrain capability in a tough and well-priced package. Does it deliver? Read our Norco Fluid FS review.

Highs
  • Fantastic handling and solid-feeling chassis

  • Supple suspension adds traction & stability

  • Highly adjustable & supportive GRIP2 fork damper

  • Powerful & controllable TRP brakes

  • Practical frame furnishings

  • Great range of sizes with tailored geometry

Lows
  • Heavy for a trail bike

  • Pivot hardware broke

  • Tyre rub

  • Stock tyres aren't particularly durable

  • Shifter position

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

6061 Alloy Frame, 120mm Travel, tapered headtube, boost axle spacing, ISCG05 mount

ColorBlue / Chrome

Fork

Manitou J-Unit 24", Expert Air, Alloy Steerer, 145mm Travel

Travel145mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Performance FLOAT 3-position, SV/EVOL, custom light tune

Travel120mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM PowerSpline

Headset

FSA #57 E

Stem

35mm reach MTB

Handlebar

SDG Kids Alloy, 640mm, 25mm rise, 31.8mm bore

Saddle

SDG Fly JR

Seatpost

JD TransX Light Action Dropper, 100mm,1x lever

TypeDropper

Pedals

SDG Composite Jr Flat

Grips

SDG Jr

Groupset
Crank

SRAM SX Eagle 155mm, 30T

Shifters

SRAM NX 11 speed

Cassette

SRAM PG-1130 11-42T

Chain

SRAM PC-1110

Brakes

Front: Shimano BR-MT500 hydraulic, 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-MT500 hydraulic, 160mm

TypeShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Sun Ringle Duroc 30 Kids tubeless ready

Front Hub

Sun Ringle Duroc 30 Kids wheelset, 15x110mm Boost

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHF Folding Bead EXO / TR 24x2.40”, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II Folding Bead EXO / TR 24x2.30”

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