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2017 Trek

Farley Carbon Frameset

A 27.5″ carbon frame fat frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,099
Weight5.6 lbs (frame)  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels27.5″
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Sizing
15.5"

5'0" – 5'6"

17.5"

5'6" – 6'1"

19.5"

5'9" – 6'3"

21.5"

6'1" – 6'6"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'2", size 21.5, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Trek Farley fatbike series is praised for its versatility across seasons, offering a mountain bike-like feel with impressive rear suspension and stability. It excels in mixed conditions, from packed snowy trails to summer singletrack, though some models face criticism for ponderous handling and underperforming forks. The Farley's design blurs the line between fat bikes and traditional mountain bikes, providing a unique ride experience.

Pros
  • Impressive rear suspension

  • Versatile four-season capability

  • Stable and fun on various terrains

  • Lightweight for a full-suspension fat bike

  • Modern riding position and balanced shape

Cons
  • Ponderous fat bike handling

  • Bluto fork underperforms in aggressive riding

  • Heavy compared to traditional trail bikes

  • Tires not ideal for deep snow or loose terrain

Key Quotes
The most mountain bike feeling fat bike yet
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Adding rear suspension to a fat bike is like lifting your 4x4; it seems excessive but it feels so right.
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There is no reason for an offseason with a bike like this.
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NSMB
2018 Trek Farley EX 8

Jan 2018

The Farley EX doesn't need your snow or your sand- but it'll handle it just fine - while being a dirt and rock shredder with little compromise...

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BikeRadar
Trek Farley EX 9.8 review

Jun 2017 · Russell Eich

The most mountain bike feeling fat bike yet. Buy if you want one bike for all seasons, or an extremely stable trail bike, and aren't concerned about pure dry trail performance

Highs
  • Impressive rear suspension, has a very mountain bike feeling, wheelies and manuals with ease

Lows
  • Bluto fork overworked, small tire knobs, busted rear rim

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MTBR
Trek Farley EX 9.8 fat bike review

May 2017 · Jason Sumner

While the Farley EX 9.8 resides within Trek’s fat bike family, its capabilities reach far beyond winter thanks to a unique design. Check out the Mtbr long term review. - Mtbr.com

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Mountain Bike Action
TREK FARLEY EX 9.8 TEST

Mar 2017 · McCoy

Traction To The Max!

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Trek issues voluntary recall for select 2014, 2015 Farley models

Nov 2016 · Todd Aalgaard

The recall impacts 4,635 bikes worldwide, Trek says.

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Bicycling
Trek Recalls 2014 and 2015 Farley 6 Fat Bikes

Nov 2016

A problem with the bike's fork could lead to injury

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BIKE Magazine
Trek Farley review

Mar 2015

Check out our Trek Farley review to see how the Waterloo, Wisconsin brand's fatbike performed in the snow.

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Bikerumor
One Ride Review: Trek Farley Fat Bike makes it easy to go big

Dec 2014 · Tyler Benedict

While Zach and Tim are seasoned fat bike riders, I was uninitiated. So, on a short trip to Ohio to do a little long term editorial planning, I borrowed a Trek Farley from the local shop and Zach planned a ride. Being a basically all-29er-all-the-time (with suspension) type mountain biker, this would be quite a …

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Geometry
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Build
Frame

OCLV Mountain Carbon, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, Carbon Armor, PF121, 197mm Stranglehold adjustable thru axle dropouts

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 121mm, Press Fit

Fork

Bontrager Haru Pro, OCLV Carbon lowers, carbon E2 tapered steerer, 100mm suspension corrected, 15x150mm

Bottom Bracket

BB86/BB92, 121mm, press-fit

Headset

Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom

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