Fluid FS A3
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,249Frame | Aluminum |
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Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
Fork | RockShox 35 Silver |
Shock | X-Fusion |
Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
Groupset | SX Eagle |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Seatpost | Dropper |
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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 Colors: Blue / Silver; Grey / Silver |
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Fork | RockShox 35 Silver TK Air, 140mm Travel, 44mm Offset Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | X-Fusion 02 Pro R AV, Custom Tune, 210x50mm Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BB, BSA Threaded |
Headset | Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
Stem | 6061 Alloy, 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp |
Handlebar | e*thirteen, 800mm, 20mm Rise |
Saddle | Norco Trail |
Seatpost | SDG Tellis Dropper, 34.9mm, 150mm (s), 170mm (M, L), 200mm (XL, XXL) Type: Dropper |
Pedals | VP Nylon Flat |
Grips | WTB Waffle, Lock-On |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle |
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Crank | SRAM SX Eagle DUB, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M - XXL) |
Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle |
Cassette | SRAM PG1210 Eagle, 11-50T |
Chain | SRAM SX Eagle |
Brakes | Front: Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston, Organic Pads, Rear: Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston, Organic Pads Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | Tektro HD-745 |
Rims | Stan's Flow D, 29", 32H |
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Front Hub | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt |
Rear Hub | Bear Pawls Sealed Bearing, 12x148mm Boost, HG, 6 Bolt |
Tires | Front: Vittoria Mazza 2.4" Trail G2.0, Folding, Rear: Vittoria Martello 2.35" Trail G2.0, Folding |
Disc Rotors | Tektro TR180-22, 180mm |
Last updated April 27