Fuji SLM 29 2.5 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 12.08 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C10 super-light high-modulus carbon front and rear triangle w/ internal shift cable routing, shaped oversized down tube, tapered 1 1/8" - 1.5" head tube, PF30 bottom bracket, 142x12mm dropout and replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold RL R 29 Solo Air w/ remote lockout, tapered alloy steerer, Boost 110x15mm thru axle, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX shadow plus, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX, side swing, direct-mount
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Ispec, Rapid Fire, 22-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-42T, 11-speed
Crank
Shimano SLX, Hollow Tech II w/ integrated spindle, 36/26T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed cartridge, PF30 adaptor included
Chain
KMC X11 w/ MissingLink, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Oval Concepts 200, 6-bolt hubs, 100x15mm & 142x12mm thru axles, 29" 32H rims
Tires
Schwalbe Rocket Ron Performance, 29" x 2.25" 67tpi, Addix, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT500, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts 313, 3D-forged 6061 stem body, +/-7°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts 205 riser bar, 6061 alloy, +/- 5mm rise, 9° sweep, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Oval Concepts 620, ergo shape, single lock on, single density Kraton
Headset
FSA NO.42, 1 1/8" - 1.5", sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval Concepts 238, steel rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts 300, 6061 alloy, 31.6mm diameter
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.44 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 | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 591.3 mm | 610.6 mm | 628.8 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" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
SLM 29 2.5 is a Fuji Slm model. Fuji released 91 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Fuji Slm bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Fuji SLM 29 2.7 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1999$. Fuji SLM 29 1.3 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 4999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Fuji released this model in 2018, its price was 2499$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 31.18% more expensive.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly lighter than average, SLM 29 2.5 has a weight of 12.08 kg (26.63 lbs). In other words, this model is 2.65% lighter than the average Crosscountry bike.
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 fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Gold RL model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The SLM 29 2.5 2018 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The SLM 29 2.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.