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Fuel EX 8 29
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,199| Weight | 31.1 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Trek Fuel series is celebrated for its innovative frame design and versatile performance, making it a standout in the mountain-youth category. Its suspension system, particularly the Active Braking Pivot (ABP) and RE:aktiv technology, delivers a plush ride that excels both uphill and downhill. The bikes are noted for their stiff frames, efficient climbing, and confident handling, though some models could benefit from upgrades like tubeless wheelsets and dropper posts.
Innovative frame and suspension design
Efficient climbing with good traction
Confident and balanced handling
High-quality components and durable construction
Versatile performance across various terrains
Non-tubeless wheelset and tyres on some models
Lack of a dropper post in entry-level builds
Narrow bars limiting aggressive riding
Basic wheelset with workaday hubs
Some models have front suspension that can't match the rear's performance
A great full-sus all-rounder with an innovative frame.
CyclistTrek's Fuel EX 7 29er contains modern bike technology with a classic ride feel
BikeRadarNo matter where and how we rode it during our year-long test the Fuel EX reaffirmed the outstanding credentials that earned it its 'best in test' badge
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineIf your long-legged enduro bike is a chainsaw, the Fuel EX rides like a surgeon’s scalpel.
Loam WolfThe carbon fronted Trek Fuel EX 9.7 29 is easily the stiffest bike in those we tested.
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Nov 2019 · Jeremy Benson
The Fuel EX 8 is an impressively capable, versatile, and well-rounded trail bike that is ready for anything you are. Trek redesigned the Fuel EX models for...
Relatively affordable
Good component spec for the price
Great small bump compliance
Versatile/well-rounded
Frame sizing feels a little small
Can be overwhelmed in super aggressive terrain
Oct 2019 · McCoy
One seriously light and capable bike
Sep 2019 · Pinkbike Originals
The Fuel EX and Tallboy are both brand new and impressively capable trail bikes, but which one do we prefer? Levy and Kazimer ride both and pick the winner.
Feb 2019 · Dale Tiessen
Let’s be clear - Trek’s Top Fuel is a XC race weapon. This is not your typical ‘Whistler XC’ bike, which the greater industry may characterize as a ‘trail’ or ‘all mountain’ bike. The Top Fuel is designed for World Cup XC race courses. It is meant to be precise, light and fast.
Oct 2018 · Joseph Delves
A great full-sus all-rounder with an innovative frame
Jun 2018 · Nic “U-Turn” Hall
Without a doubt one of our favorite bikes in the budget bike roundup. The Trek Fuel EX 9.7 blends a refined look with affordable performance to offer you a killer mountain bike at a great value.
May 2018 · Paul Burwell
You’re only looking at around 150g in weight saving over an aluminium frame, but the carbon fronted Trek Fuel EX 9.7 29 is easily the stiffest bike in those we tested.
May 2018 · Valentin Rühl
All Trek’s bikes have one thing in common: you'll feel right at home on them after just a few turns of the cranks. The Trek Fuel EX 8 29 is no exception. Read on to find out how it performs on the trail.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, down tube guard, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 130mm travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
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| Fork | Fox Rhythm 34 Float, GRIP adjustable damper, E2 tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, Boost110, 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | PF92 |
| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Line, Knock Block, 35mm clamp, 0 degree, 60mm length |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Line, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Drop Line, internal routing, 31.6mm (15.5: 100mm / 17.5 & 18.5: 125mm / 19.5 & 21.5: 150mm) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, Roller Bearing Clutch |
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| Crank | SRAM Descendant 6k Eagle, 32T Direct Mount X-Sync |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1275, 10-50, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive, Boost110 front, Boost148 rear, tubeless strips included, valves sold separately |
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| Tires | Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, 120tpi, aramid bead, 29x2.40˝ |
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