Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP Convert, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, press fit BB, Flow Mold carbon swing link, G2 Geometry, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, low direct mount
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano SLX, 38/24
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Mustang Elite Tubeless Ready, 142x12 rear, 15mm front
Tires
Bontrager XR1 Expert, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 29x2.20"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Race Lite Low Riser, 31.8mm, 5mm rise
Headset
FSA IS-2, E2, sealed cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
Seatpost
Bontrager Elite, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Superfly FS 8 is a Trek Superfly model. Trek released 123 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Superfly bikes models from 2015, here.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
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.
Superfly FS 8 components
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The Superfly FS 8 2015 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Superfly FS 8 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.