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Fluid 1 FS 20
A 20″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with high-end components and sram g2 r hydraulic disc brakes.
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$2,299| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 120mm |
| Fork | Manitou JUNIT Expert |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe R |
| Wheels | 20″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | GX |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Norco Fluid FS is celebrated for its versatile and fun trail performance, offering a balanced geometry and well-tuned suspension that excels in both climbing and descending. Its playful character and impressive bump absorption make it a favorite among riders of various skill levels. While it may carry some weight and have minor component drawbacks, its overall capability and value are highly praised.
Agile yet confidence-inspiring geometry
Supple, traction-rich suspension
Excellent climbing traction
Poppy, playful character
High-end components at a lower price point
Deserves more powerful brakes
Could do with a tougher rear tyre
Chunky weight
Some pedal bob
Lacks bite-point adjustment in brakes
The Fluid is a stunningly capable trail bike. It may be relatively short on travel, but it’s big on personality.
BikeRadarThis is a solid all-round trail bike, and it’s a great example of how considered geometry and well-tuned suspension can offer loads of capability without having to resort to excessive amounts of travel.
Flow Mountain BikeThe Norco Fluid FS A1 is easily one of the best trail bikes I’ve had the pleasure of riding for many a year.
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Jan 2024 · Dario DiGiulio
Going with a carbon front triangle saves 600 grams, but is it worth it?
Composed, comfortable ride quality
Well-rounded suspension performance
Excellent geometry and size-scaling
Alloy bike rides just as well, presents better value
Grippy, comfortable climbing gives it more of a long-travel feel
Nov 2023 · Tom Law
While not the flashiest, this is an incredibly fun bike to ride, which flatters your skills
Agile yet confidence-inspiring geometry
Feels as though it has more travel than it does
Excellent climbing traction
Deserves more powerful brakes
Could do with a tougher rear tyre
Not everyone will get on with the front tread pattern
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."
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.
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...
Extremely capable on the descents
Comfortable climbing abilities
Solid build spec
Long wheelbase might not be ideal for some trail networks
Not a particularly spritely climber
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
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.
Value for money with high-end components at a lower price point
Modern geometry with size-specific chainstay length and seat tube angles
Excellent components: Fox Factory 34 fork, Shimano XT drivetrain, TRP Trail Evo brakes, Bear Pawl hubs on Stan's Flow S1 rims, Vittoria tires, 170mm SDG Tellis dropper
Balanced and comfortable ride with centered body position
Soft suspension provides good traction
Agile and playful on flowy trails, stable at speed
Powerful brakes with light actuation
Versatile for both trail riding and bikepacking
Frame has accessory mounts under top tube for bikepacking
Suspension wallows when hammering; requires climb switch activation
Horst-link lacks pep when mashing out of the saddle compared to DW-link
Vittoria tires have soft sidewalls that fold during aggressive cornering
Fox 34 fork can be overwhelmed at very high speeds
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
| Frame | 6061 Alloy Frame, 100mm Travel, Tapered Head Tube BB Standard: BSA, Threaded Color: Blue / Chrome |
|---|---|
| Fork | Manitou J-Unit Expert 20", Alloy Steerer, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm |
| Shock | Rock Shox Deluxe R, 170x30mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA Threaded |
| Headset | Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Tapered |
| Stem | 6061 Alloy, 35mm Rise, 31.8mm Clamp |
| Handlebar | SDG Slater, 640mm, 20mm Rise |
| Saddle | SDG Fly Jr. |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSP18B, 31.6mm, 100mm, Kid's Tune Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | SDG Slater |
| Grips | SDG Slater |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Short Cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | Alloy 2 Piece, 28T Narrow Wide, 127mm |
| Shifters | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1030, 11-36T, 10 Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM G2 R, Organic Pads, Rear: SRAM G2 R, Organic Pads Type: SRAM G2 R Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM G2 R |
| Rims | Stan's Flow K 20", 28H |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Bear Pawls, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt |
| Rear Hub | Bear Pawls, 12x148mm, HG, 6 Bolt |
| Tires | Front: Vee Flow Snap 2.4", Enduro Core, TR, Rear: Vee Flow Snap 2.4", Enduro Core, TR |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM CenterLine, 180mm |
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Last updated January 4
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