Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 32
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Groupset XTR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C15 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
Fox 32 FLOAT 29 Factory Fit w/ Kashima coating, remote lock out, 15mm thru axle, tapered alloy steerer, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR, M986 SGS Shadow top normal, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR, M986D, direct-mount
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR, M980 Rapid Fire, 20/30-speed w/ Inspec
Cassette
Shimano XTR M970, 11-36T, 10-speed
Crank
Oval Concepts M600, hollow forged w/ M35 integrated spindle, 38/26T
Bottom Bracket
Praxis M35
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Sun Black Flag Pro SL15mm thru-axle front / 142x12mm rear, 24H 6-bolt hubs
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph, tubeless ready, 29" x 2.1" folding, 67 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR M985, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano XTR M988 hydraulic disc w/ Inspec
Cockpit
Stem
Oval M913 carbon matrix, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 6° rise
Handlebar
Oval M850SL, carbon flat bar, 9° sweep, 31.8mm diameter, 710mm wide, +/- 5mm rise
Headset
FSA 1 1/8" - 1.5", sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval M800 w/ carbon rails
Seatpost
Oval M950, carbon 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 1.1 belongs to the Fuji Slm model. 91 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price 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
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 9.7 kg (21.38 lbs), the SLM 29 1.1 model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 27.84% lighter than the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 32 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
SLM 29 1.1 has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on SLM 29 1.1 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Fuji SLM 29 1.1 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.