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Farley EX Frameset
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension fat frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$3,299| Weight | 6.6 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 120mm rear |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
5'0" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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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.
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...
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
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
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame, alloy stays, ABP, Full Floater, EVO link, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, 120mm travel |
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| Shock | Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 7.25x1.875˝ Travel: 120mm |
| Headset | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
First added July 29
Last updated July 29
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