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Farley AL Frameset
A 27.5″ aluminum frame fat frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$1,069| Weight | 7.3 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
5'0" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
Summary
The Trek Farley fatbike series is praised for its versatility across seasons, with models offering enhanced traction, control, and fun on various terrains. Its 27.5-inch wheels and adjustable features like sliding dropouts and suspension forks are frequently highlighted. However, its weight and handling in tight maneuvers are noted as drawbacks.
Dropper post provides more control on downhills
27.5 x 4.5-inch tires roll fast and offer great flotation
Adjustable dropouts let the rider fine-tune the Farley's handling
Legit four-season capability
Rear suspension soaks up chatter
Heavy, even for a fat bike
Switching directions quickly, through switchbacks for example, is seriously tough
Bluto fork overworked
Sidewall vulnerability on tires
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Apr 2020
A dropper post, suspension fork, and exceptional handling help this fat bike perform long after the snow melts.
Faster-rolling 27.5 wheels
Dropper post and suspension fork for all-season performance
Adjustable dropouts for fine-tuning handling
Corners well on many surfaces
Bontrager Gnarwhal tires excellent cornering and braking traction
Geared low enough for reasonable climbing
Suspension fork beneficial on firmer ground
Dropper post helpful in deep snow
Versatile for all-season riding
Heavy, even for a fat bike
Short reach compared to modern trail bikes
Weight makes switchbacks difficult and fatiguing
Rim dented easily on rocky trail
Jun 2018 · Jason Sumner
The family of the late comedian and movie actor had filed a federal lawsuit against the Wisconsin-based bike maker, claiming its fat bike named the Farley
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...
Well balanced shape
Ample tire clearance
Modern riding position
Great cornering and grip from Hodag tires
Braking force off the charts
Lightweight fat bike tires
1x11 drivetrain works fine
Finished appearance appeals
Doesn't feel heavy on trail
Ridiculously fun on virtually any trail
KS dropper slow to rise, no external air adjustment
Bluto fork could use tokens for better tune
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
Impressive rear suspension, has a very mountain bike feeling, wheelies and manuals with ease
Bluto fork overworked, small tire knobs, busted rear rim
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, 197mm Stranglehold adjustable thru axle dropouts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Bontrager Haru Pro, OCLV Carbon lowers, tapered steerer, 100mm suspension corrected, 15x150mm |
| Headset | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
First added July 29
Last updated July 29
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