Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset XT, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C10 super-light high-modulus carbon w/ internal shift cable routing, shaped oversized ride-tuned down tube, PF30 bottom bracket, tapered 1 1/8" - 1.5" head tube
Suspension Fork
Manitou Marvel 29 Comp TS air w/ tapered alloy steerer, lockout, 15mm Thru, 100mm travel, MILO remote
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, M781 SGS Shadow top normal, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano M616D, direct-mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, M610 Rapid Fire, 20/30-speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore HG62, 11-36T, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano Deore, M615 hollow Tech II w/ integrated spindle, 38/24T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Formula DC-71 sealed bearing front / DHT-142 rear, 32H disc hubs, Sun Inferno 25 rims
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob 26" x 2.25" folding, 50 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Prime Sport, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Hayes Prime Sport hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Oval M313, 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 6° rise
Handlebar
Oval M250, alloy riser bar, 9° sweep, 31.8mm diameter, 710mm wide, +/- 5mm rise
Headset
FSA 1 1/8" - 1.5", sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval M200 w/ steel rails
Seatpost
Oval M300, alloy double-bolt micro-adjust, 31.6mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM/MD | MD | MD/LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 321 mm | 321 mm | 321 mm | 321 mm |
| Front Center | 663 mm | 669 mm | 688 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 591.3 mm | 610.6 mm | 613.8 mm | 624.3 mm |
| Reach | 407.8 mm | 418.4 mm | 437.4 mm | 453 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 598 mm | 617 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1087 mm | 1106 mm | 1126 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 770 mm | 798 mm | 809 mm | 846 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
SLM 29 2.3 is part of the Fuji Slm model. Fuji released 91 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Fuji Slm bikes models from 2014, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 11.8 kg (26.01 lbs), Fuji bike is a bit lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 5.08% more than SLM 29 2.3.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SLM 29 2.3 comes factory-installed with the Manitou fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the SLM 29 2.3 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Fuji SLM 29 2.3 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.