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Trek Fuel EX 8 26 (2014)

General

Product Category
Brand Trek
ModelFuel EX 8 26
Size15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5"
ColorTrek Black/Charcoal

Specific

AccessoriesBontrager Race Lite grips, lock-on
Brake rotorShimano
Brakes Shimano SLX hydraulic disc
Cassette Shimano HG62 11-36, 10 speed
Crankset Shimano M552, 42/32/24
FeaturesActive Braking Pivot (ABP): Other full suspension systems firm up under braking, reducing your control when you need it most. Trek’s patented Active Braking Pivot solves that by keeping your suspension active whether you're on the brakes or off. The ABP axle is fully convertible between 142x12 and 135x5 standards, offers easy wheel installation, and is at least 20% stiffer than any open-dropout design. Full Floater: Most suspension systems attach the bottom of the shock to a fixed frame mount. That fixed mount can contribute to a harsh ride. We solved that with Full Floater, attaching the shock to two moving linkage points so it can better respond to bumps across a wide variety of terrain. It feels like more travel, but it's not. It's smarter travel. EVO Link: EVO Link is Trek’s evolution of the rocker link from the plate-and-bolt style used on most suspension bikes to a one-piece rocker link. This lighter link provides a stronger connection point between the front and rear triangles, creating a stiffer frame for greater control with minimal weight. E2 Tapered Headtube: E2 is the evolution of the traditional 1-1/8" headset to a tapered head tube, fork, and headset system. E2 tapers from a 1.5" lower to a 1-1/8" upper headset to provide more material where it matters most, resulting in a stronger, lighter frame with point-and-shoot control. Dropper post internal routing: Not ready for an internally routed dropper post now, but want to keep your options open? Select frames are equipped with the proper entry and exit points to accommodate internal routing for a Stealth seat post. ISCG Mounts: International Standard Chain Guide mounts offer easy chain guide installation and adjustment. DRCV: Most full suspension air-shock bikes use small-volume canisters for pedalling efficiency. Unfortunately, they don’t have the best big-hit control. Others use less efficient, larger volume shocks, or complex multi-shock systems with cumbersome controls. Our solution: Dual Rate Control Valve (DRCV) technology. One shock, two chambers, no compromise. DRCV seamlessly adjusts its air volume based on the size bump you encounter. You get supple feel on the small bumps, seamless control over mid-size bumps and harsh hits with less rear-wheel hang-up, and seemingly bottomless travel on the rough stuff so big hits seem to disappear. All this, with the pedalling efficiency of a small-volume shock.
Fork type Fox Evolution Series 32 Float w/CTD (climb-trail-descend) damper, rebound, E2 tapered steerer, 15QR thru axle, 130mm travel
Frame type Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, press fit BB, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, magnesium EVO Link, ISCG 05 mount, down tube guard, 130mm travel
Front derailleur Shimano SLX, high direct mount
HeadsetFSA IS-2, E2, sealed cartridge bearing
Hub frontBontrager sealed cartridge bearing, 15mm alloy axle
Hub rearBontrager sealed cartridge bearing
Rear derailleur Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus
Recommended forTrail
Rims typeBontrager Duster 28-hole Tubeless Ready
Saddle Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
ShifterShimano SLX, 10 speed
Shock type Fox Evolution Series Float w/DRCV, CTD (climb-trail-descend) damper, rebound, tuned by Trek in California, 7.25x2.0"
Stem Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Tires Bontrager XR3 Expert, aramid bead, 26x2.20"
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