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Trek Fuel EX 5 Plus

Trek Fuel EX 5 Plus
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Details

Fuel EX 5 Plus is the gateway to confident trail riding. It has RockShox front and rear suspension, a Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain, and plus-sized tires for amazing traction and confidence on loose, rugged terrain. This do-it-all full suspension mountain bike is a dream for trail riders who want a boost in confidence and the capability to roll over anything.

It's right for you if...

You like tires that stick to the trail. You have an affection for traction and want the plush ride and extra capability of a full suspension bike with the added benefit of plus-sized, Tubeless Ready tires.

The tech you get

A lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminum frame, mid-fat tires for unrelenting traction, a 140mm RockShox Recon RL fork, and 130mm of rear travel. Plus, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, 27.5x2.8 tires, Alex MD35 rims, and a reliable 1x10 Shimano Deore drivetrain with a wide range of gearing to tackle varying terrain.

The final word

If you're getting into mountain biking and looking for the one ride to give you a great experience, this is a great choice. Fuel EX 5 Plus is capable, versatile, durable, and built to keep you rolling through the most technical trails with a huge smile on your face.

Why you'll love it

1 - Unrelenting confidence: this bike lets you ride sections you never thought you'd be able to clean
2 - Mid-fat tires give you the traction to scamper up technical climbs and charge through rock gardens
3 - It's a lot of bike for the price, and the perfect platform for upgrades down the line

Specs

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
Fork RockShox Recon RL, Solo Air spring, Motion Control damper, tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, Boost110, 140mm travel
Headset Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8-inch top, 1.5-inch bottom
Rear Shock RockShox Deluxe RL, 210x52.5mm
Axles Front: 15 x 110mm
Rear: 12 x 148mm
Rims/Wheels Alex MD35, 32-hole double-walled, tubeless strips and valves sold separately
Hubs Front: Bontrager Boost110
Rear: Bontrager sealed bearing alloy axle, Boost148
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, Tubeless Ready, 27.5x2.80
Crankset Race Face Ride
Chainrings 30T Cinch (direct mount)
Bottom Bracket PF92
Chain KMC X10
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore M6000, Shadow Plus
Cassette/Rear Cogs SunRace, 11-42, 10 speed
Shifters Shimano Deore M6000, 10 speed
Handlebars Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 720mm width
Tape/Grips Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Stem Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm clamp, 0 degree
Brakes Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Pedals Not included
Saddle Bontrager Arvada
Seat Post Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset

* Subject to change without notice.

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Fuel EX: The Perfect Trail Bike

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