2023 Norco
Fluid HT 2 29
A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$899| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 120mm |
| Fork | Suntour XCM |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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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
Jul 2023 · Dario DiGiulio
I have a C1 Fluid Carbon in for a long term test, so we'll see how the new bike holds up, and just how much of an improvement that carbon front triangle proves to be.
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, Butted TT, DT, Internal Routing, 27.5" and 29" Options BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Colors: Red / Green; Black / Charcoal |
|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM32 LOR DS, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Sealed Bearing BSA Threaded |
| Headset | Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
| Stem | Alloy 50mm Length, 31.8mm Clamp |
| Handlebar | X6 Alloy 750mm, 15mm Rise |
| Saddle | Norco XC |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSP18 Dropper, 31.6mm, 130mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | VP Nylon Flat |
| Grips | VP Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore RD-M5100 |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano Deore FC-M5100-1, 30T, 170mm (XS, S,), 175mm (M, L, XL) |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M5100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore CS-M5100, 11-51T, 11 Speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic, Resin Pads, Rear: Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic, Resin Pads Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Tektro HD-M275 |
| Rims | Alex DP30 TRS |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Alloy 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt |
| Rear Hub | Alloy 12x148mm, HG, 6 Bolt |
| Tires | Maxxis Ardent 2.4" EXO 60TPI |
| Disc Rotors | Tektro 180mm |
Last updated July 20