Trek Fuel EX 8 29 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,199$
Weight | 14.11 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, down tube guard, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 130mm
Suspension Fork
Fox Rhythm 34 Float, Grip adjustable damper, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 130mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, high direct mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore XT M8000, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore XT, 11-42, 11 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore XT, 36/26
Bottom Bracket
PF92
Chain
Shimano HG60
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Duster Elite, Tubeless Ready, Boost110 front, Boost148 rear (tubeless strips included, valves sold separately)
Tires
Bontrager XR3 Expert, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 29x2.40"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line, Knock Block, 35mm, 0 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Line, 35mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips
Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
Seatpost
KS eThirty Integra, remote lever, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset, internal routing
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm |
| Front Center | 691 mm | 726 mm | 743 mm | 758 mm | 784 mm | 817 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 99 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 606 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 427 mm | 444 mm | 459 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 594 mm | 611 mm | 626 mm | 651 mm | 680 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.7 ° | 74.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 419 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1115 mm | 1150 mm | 1167 mm | 1182 mm | 1208 mm | 1241 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 761 mm | 741 mm | 736 mm | 731 mm | 741 mm | 781 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fuel EX 8 29 belongs to the Trek Fuel model. Trek launched 277 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Fuel bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Trek Fuel EX Jr 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1889$. Trek Fuel EX 9.9 29 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 8399$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 3199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fuel EX 8 29 price is 15.82% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Trek Fuel EX 8 29 it’s weighing 14.11 kg (31.11 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 8.71% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
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 Fox Rhythm Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Trek Fuel EX 8 29 2017, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. 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 Fuel EX 8 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Trek Fuel EX 8 29 includes a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.