2019 Trek
Fuel EX 5 29
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,999| Weight | 33.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore, Race Face |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
For This Bike
Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf
The Trek Fuel EX 9.9 is an absolute classic in the trail bike segment. Could it also be the perfect bike for the next bikepacking adventure with its modern geometry and spare parts compartment in the down tube? We put the Fuel EX to the test.
Maximum fun on the descents
Intuitive and good-natured handling
Storage compartment in the down tube for tools or snacks
Too sluggish on easy terrain
Too much bike for long straights
Chain slap
Jun 2020 · Spencer Johnson
As warmer temperatures hit the Pacific Northwest and the dirt starts to dry, I’m always eager to get out on some long rides with some big climbs. Naturally, when this Trek Fuel EX 9.9 showed up at the Freehub office, I knew it was time to put the nimble beast through its paces. I challenged myself to a 60-mile sufferfest on some of Bellingham, Washington’s toughest climbs and descents. It definitely didn’t let me down. Climbing on this bike was a joy. Trek equipped the 9.9 model with its proprietary RE:aktiv shock with a three-position damper, which I left wide open for the entire ride. The rear suspension had an overwhelmingly supportive feel while pedaling out of the saddle, yet as soon as I hit a bump it dived deeper into the travel, keeping the rear wheel firmly planted and providing excellent traction. The geometry is modern and balanced, with a long reach and a sensible 76-degree seat angle. On the descents, the bike inspired confidence, thanks to its long wheelbase and bottomless-feeling suspension. My confidence was further enhanced by the reliable stopping power of the Shimano XT brakes. As a 200-pound rider, I couldn’t have appreciated the ultra-powerful XT brakes and the 203-millimeter front rotor more—especially while bombing down some of Bellingham’s scariest double-black trails.
Jan 2020 · Jeremy Benson
Trek recently redesigned their popular Fuel EX mid-travel trail bikes for the 2020 model year. The updated geometry brings this bike in line with modern...
Supple rear suspension
Versatile
Fun on a wide range of terrain
Affordable
Moderately heavy
Short dropper post
Frame sizing runs a little small
Oct 2019 · McCoy
One seriously light and capable bike
Aug 2019 · Mike Levy
Trek's trail bike gets an all-new frame with tweaked suspension and fresh geometry, but where does sit compared to the competition?
Forgiving, deep feeling suspension
It's a wizard on technical climbs
New geometry increases capabilities
It might be too forgiving for some riders
You'll be using the pedal assist lever often
Trek could have gone further with the geometry
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.
Jun 2018 · Russell Eich
Trek's Fuel EX 7 29er contains modern bike technology with a classic ride feel. Buy if you want your new bike to feel similar to your old bike but drastically improved in every way
Excellent rear suspension, sharp looks, modern tech, name brand notoriety
Narrow, flat bar, short top tube, front suspension can’t keep up with rear end
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, 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 | RockShox Recon RL, Solo Air spring, Motion Control damper, tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, Boost110, 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | PF92 |
| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm clamp, 0 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 720mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada |
| Seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6000, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Crank | Race Face Ride, 30T Cinch (direct mount) |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6000, 10 speed |
| Cassette | SunRace, 11-42, 10 speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Bontrager Boost110 |
| Rear Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing alloy axle, Boost148 |
| Tires | Bontrager XR3, 29x2.30˝ |
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