Fluid FS A1
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,199Frame | Aluminum |
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Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
Fork | Fox Factory Float 34 |
Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite |
Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
Groupset | XT, Praxis |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Seatpost | Dropper |
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5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'1"
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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 red singletrack slayer delivers a very confident and capable ride with...
Jul 2023
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.
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, 130mm Travel, UDH, Hangerless Interface Compatible, Ride Aligned™ BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Green / Grey |
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Fork | Fox FLOAT Factory 34 GRIP2, 140mm Travel, 44mm Offset Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | Fox FLOAT X Performance Elite, 2-pos, Custom Tune, 210x50mm Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
Bottom Bracket | Praxis M24 Cartridge Bearing, BSA Threaded |
Headset | Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
Stem | 6061 Alloy, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp |
Handlebar | TranzX 6061 Butted Alloy, 780mm, 20mm Rise |
Saddle | Fizik Alpaca Terra with Wingflex |
Seatpost | SDG Tellis Dropper, 34.9mm, 150mm (s), 170mm (M, L), 200mm (XL, XXL) Type: Dropper |
Pedals | VP Nylon Flat |
Grips | VP Lock-On |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8100 |
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Crank | Praxis G2 Cadet M24, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M - XXL) |
Shifters | Shimano XT SL-M8100-IR I-Spec EV |
Cassette | Shimano XT, 10-51, 12 Speed |
Chain | Shimano XT |
Brakes | Front: TRP Trail EVO, 4 Piston, Organic Pads, Rear: TRP Trail EVO, 4 Piston, Organic Pads Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | TRP Trail EVO |
Rims | Stan's Flow S1 29" 32H |
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Front Hub | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt |
Rear Hub | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 12x148mm Boost, Micro Spline, 6 Bolt |
Tires | Front: Vittoria Mazza 2.4" Trail G2.0, Folding, Rear: Vittoria Martello 2.35" Trail G2.0, Folding |
Disc Rotors | TRP TR203-29, 203mm |
Last updated April 27