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Fuse Pro 6Fattie
A 27.5″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X01, X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Specialized Fuse is a highly capable cross-country bike that excels in climbing and handling, offering a unique blend of fatbike-like traction and trail bike-like agility. Its playful geometry and reliable components make it a fun and economical choice for riders looking to tackle a variety of trails without the maintenance of full suspension. While the 6Fattie tires provide excellent traction, they can feel sluggish compared to narrower options, and some components may not meet expectations for the price.
Climbs incredibly well
Fatbike-like traction and trail bike-like handling
Playful and easy to coax from one corner to the next
Well-constructed aluminium frame
Reliable, economical parts
6Fattie tires are a little sluggish compared with normal 2.3-inch-wide rubber
Rear tyre prone to sliding out on corners
Raidon fork is a spec disappointment for the price
The Fuse climbs incredibly well.
BIKE MagazineIgnore the spec, this is a capable plus-hardtail ideal for letting loose on fast flowing trails.
BikeRadarThe Fuse is an exceptionally fun bike that delivers without a huge outlay of cash.
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Aug 2017 · Joseph Delves
A monster-tyred trail machine that's ideal for high-mileage off-road missions
Mar 2017 · Guy Kesteven
2kg complete bike weight is comparable with the other similarly priced alloy plus bikes we’ve tested though and the component spec is a little underwhelming for the price. . .
Feb 2017 · John Herron
Specialized has peppered it’s lineup with “Plus” bikes, and its Fuse lineup is helping bring new life to the hardtail by combining trail bike nimbleness with near fat bike traction. Using modern trail bike geometry and a dropper post, the Fuse rides a lot like a small-travel full suspension rig. I didn’t expect to be this …
Nov 2016 · Nick Legan
Hardtails aren’t dead. Not by a long shot. Specialized’s new Fuse Expert Carbon 6Fattie proves that thanks to its fun geometry, excellent parts spec, and agreeable price point. - Mtbr.com
Apr 2016
We test out a plus-size hardtail, the Specialized Fuse Expert 6Fattie.
Jun 2015
3″ tyres on mountain bikes. Yes, ‘semi fat’ is now officially a thing. Get used to it, we’ll be seeing ‘semi fat’ bikes popping up a lot as we roll toward 2016. The new standard will surely provoke heated discussions and much throwing of hands in the air. But for now we’ll cast all opinions …
Boat loads of fun.
All the excitement of riding a hardtail.
Traction!
Corners and climbs anything in its path.
Sluggish on buff trails.
Clunky Manitou fork.
Pricey for the spec.
May 2015 · Laurenz Utech
First Ride Specialized Fuse with 6Fattie Ground Control plus size tyres. Trail Days.
| Frame | Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, Trail 6Fattie Geometry, fully-butted w/ smooth welds, tapered head tube, tapered seat tube, forged 160mm disc mounts, 148mm thru-axle dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RC3 650+, Solo Air spring, S: 100mm travel, M/L/XL: 120mm travel, compression adjust, rebound adjust, lockout, tapered alloy steerer, forged hollow aluminum crown, Maxle stealth, disc mount Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM, PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Comp, thin padding, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Command Post IRcc, cruiser control technology, micro-adjust height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, remote adjust SRL lever, 30.9mm, S: 100mm travel, M/L/XL: 125mm travel Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Alloy, 1 pc. body, 9/16"", w/ reflectors |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Type 2.1, 11-speed, carbon cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM S-2200, carbon, 148-specific chain line, PF30, X-Sync 30T direct mount ring |
| Shifters | SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1175, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11L, 11-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM DB5 Trail, 4-piston, semi-metallic pads, 180mm rotor, Rear: SRAM DB5, dual piston, semi-metallic pads, 160mm rotor Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM DB5, hydraulic, reach adjust |
| Rims | Roval 650b, alloy, 38mm wide, 2Bliss Ready, 24/28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry, stainless |
| Front Hub | Specialized, Hi Lo disc, alloy, cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, QR, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized, Hi Lo disc, 4x sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized 6Fattie Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 650bx3.0"", Rear: Specialized 6Fattie Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 650bx3.0"" |
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Last updated July 9
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