Fuji Tahoe 27.5 1.5 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,499$
Weight | 13.05 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset NX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A2-SL custom-butted aluminum front and rear triangle w/ PowerCurve down tube, smooth welds, tapered 1 1/8" - 1.5" head tube, post disc mount, Boost 148x12mm cold-forged dropout and replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Silver TK 27.5olo Air, tapered alloy steerer, Boost 110x15mm thru axle, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX trigger, 11-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG1130, 11-42T, 11-speed
Crank
SRAM NX, 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, threaded
Chain
KMC X11 w/ MissingLink, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Vera Terra DPD22 rims 32h, Formula DC-511 Boost front, Formula DC-148S Boost rear disc hubs, stainless black spokes
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob, K-Guard, 27.5" x 2.25", 50tpi
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Level, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts 313, 3D-forged 6061 stem body, +/-7°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts riser bar, 6061 alloy, 15mm rise, 9° sweep, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Oval Concepts 620, ergo shape, single lock on, single density Kraton
Headset
FSA NO.42B, 1 1/8" - 1.5", semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval Concepts 238, steel rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts 300, 6061 alloy, 30.9mm diameter
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 680 mm | 706 mm | 726 mm | 747 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 583.2 mm | 583.2 mm | 592.5 mm | 592.5 mm | 601.9 mm |
| Reach | 393.9 mm | 418.9 mm | 441 mm | 461 mm | 478.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 599 mm | 624 mm | 644 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 430 mm | 465 mm | 515 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065 mm | 1090 mm | 1116 mm | 1136 mm | 1156 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 657 mm | 655 mm | 673 mm | 675 mm | 684 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Tahoe 27.5 1.5 is part of the Fuji Tahoe model. Fuji launched 116 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Fuji Tahoe 27.5 1.5 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1499$. Fuji Tahoe 29 1.3 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 1899$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 27.08% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Tahoe 27.5 1.5 weighs 13.05 kg (28.77 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 5.24% lower than this one.
Tahoe 27.5 1.5 components
Fork
The Tahoe 27.5 1.5 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Tahoe 27.5 1.5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Fuji Tahoe 27.5 1.5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.