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Fuel EX 9.7
A 26″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
5'0" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
🐐 Estimated
Oct 2013
The EX performs brilliantly on everyday singletrack—the kind of trails you want to ride for hours upon hours. Its handling traits are balanced and nimble, thanks in part to its low bottom bracket and ample standover. The efficient DRCV suspension platform and the 27.5-pound weight make the EX 9.8 feel like a no-holds-barred race whippet while on the pedals.
Sep 2013 · Francis Cebedo
Trek read our minds as they invited us out to Sedona to try out their new Trek Fuel EX 29 for a few days in some of the most challenging terrain available. The Trek Fuel 29 has big wheels and all the refinements of the 26er version. - Mtbr.com
Jul 2013 · Jenn Hill
Jenn's long termer of choice this year is Trek's Fuel EX 9.8.
Jun 2013 · Ben
Another two big wheeled bikes have been unveiled to the market.
Nov 2012 · Alan Muldoon
New for 2013 is Trek’s latest incarnation of the ever-popular Fuel Ex, priced from £1,400. We swung a leg over the latest models in the Dolomites to see how the bike has evolved.
Oct 2012
[SV_VIMEO id=”48633979″] While most of the mountain bike industry is busy burying the 26″ wheel with barrow loads of big wheels, Trek are one of the few companies who have actually invested in the 26″ trail bike market for 2013. The revamped Fuel EX line up is more capable than ever. It really is the …
An amazingly capable trail bike - there aren't many situations the EX can't handle. Gorgeous construction. Reliable spec and we love the Reverb Stealth seat post! Pretty good value too.
Rear shock tune feels a little too firm when 'Trail' mode is engaged. Fork is noisy. Would be better without a triple ring crankset.
Apr 2012 · Guy Kesteven
Trek’s all-rounder is a superb showcase of enjoyment boosting technology. It's responsive and efficient enough for epic cross-country but more than tough and confident enough for technical descents
Aug 2011 · Emily Schaldach
He may not be a pro in the traditional sense of the word. But as one of North America's best known cycling coaches, it's certainly interesting to see what Chris Carmichael will saddle up come race day at the 2011 Leadville 100.
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame w/alloy chainstay & seatstay, Carbon Armor, ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, internal front derailleur cable routing, magnesium EVO Link, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm travel |
|---|---|
| Headset | Cane Creek IS-3, E2, alloy cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Race Lite Low Riser, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 9 degree sweep |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6mm, zero offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT M780 Shadow |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
| Crank | Custom Shimano M772, 42/32/24 |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M660-10, 10 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG62-10 11-36, 10 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M666 hydraulic disc brakes Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Rhythm Comp TLR Disc wheel system, 15mm front hub, 142x12mm rear hub, 28 hole, Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Tires | Bontrager XR4 Expert, 26x2.2" |
First added June 29
Last updated June 29
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