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2022 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Full Suspension Mountain Bike in Raw Carbon

The 2022 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 Full Suspension Mountain Bike in Raw Carbon is Trek’s most affordable full suspension carbon trail bike. It pairs a lightweight, smooth-riding frame with a beefy 140 mm FOX 36 fork, Shimano SLX/XT drivetrain and powerful 4-piston brakes for a fast, fun mountain bike that’s a ripper now, and ripe for upgrades later.The Fuel EX 9.7 is built around a lightweight and stiff full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with internal storage. The carbon frame not only gets you a lighter frame but one which is stiffer in the right places for better acceleration and handling.The Fuel EX 9.7 comes with a 140 mm FOX Rhythm 36 fork, 130 mm of rear travel with a FOX Float Performance rear shock with Trek’s efficient RE:aktiv damper, a wide-range 1×12 Shimano SLX/XT drivetrain, Line Comp 30 TLR wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub, a Bontrager Line dropper post and powerful Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes.This bike is perfect forMountain bikers who want one carbon trail bike that can take on every adventure, from flowy singletrack to the gnarliest descents and most brutal climbs. You don’t mind sacrificing a little on the parts so you can get the best frame right now.Key FeaturesDon’t confuse the Fuel EX 9.7 with other value carbon models on the market โ€“ this bike provides an outstanding frame and suspension, with a workhorse drivetrain and wheelsA sleek internal storage compartment gives you a handy spot to stow flat fixing supplies or gearBigger, stiffer 36 mm fork stanchions won’t flex, so you can push harder with more precise, confident steering that helps you stay on your lineRE:aktiv is smarter, more efficient suspension. It gives you firm pedalling support that instantly gives way over bumpsWe expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders. And, you get the fastest wheel that fits your frame: XS frames get 27.5? wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5? or 29? and sizes M to XL get 29? wheels