Uploaded September 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Reviewer Stats: 5’11” & 215 lbs
*Geometry Specs reflect Large Size**Neutral Headset Position & Low Mino Link Setting*
Wheel Size: 29"
Rear Travel: 140mm
Fork: 150mm
Wheelbase: 1250mm
Chainstay: 440mm
Reach: 485mm
Head Tube Angle: 64.5°
0:00 Intro
1:13 Climb
4:56 Descent
12:15 Final Thoughts
SEE FULL REVIEW HERE: freehubmag.com/reviews/trek-fuel-ex
TREK WEBSITE: trekbikes.com/us/en_US/fuel-ex
Trek made a statement with their new Fuel EX trail bike. In throwing away the usual method of incremental development so common in this industry, Trek gave this Fuel a top-to-bottom update to make it longer, steeper and slacker. This iteration of the Fuel—a model Trek introduced to their line more than two decades ago—absolutely devours chunky terrain while still retaining the ability to tractor up steep climbs in a way that harkens back to its heritage as one of mountain biking’s best all-rounders.
The Fuel EX is a big brand masterpiece that leaves me genuinely excited for any rider living within Trek’s massive dealership market. True to the Fuel lineage, this updated version will continue the model’s legacy of bringing true all-around capabilities to the masses.
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Reviewer Stats: 5’11” & 215 lbs
*Geometry Specs reflect Large Size**Neutral Headset Position & Low Mino Link Setting*
Wheel Size: 29"
Rear Travel: 140mm
Fork: 150mm
Wheelbase: 1250mm
Chainstay: 440mm
Reach: 485mm
Head Tube Angle: 64.5°
0:00 Intro
1:13 Climb
4:56 Descent
12:15 Final Thoughts
SEE FULL REVIEW HERE: freehubmag.com/reviews/trek-fuel-ex
TREK WEBSITE: trekbikes.com/us/en_US/fuel-ex
Trek made a statement with their new Fuel EX trail bike. In throwing away the usual method of incremental development so common in this industry, Trek gave this Fuel a top-to-bottom update to make it longer, steeper and slacker. This iteration of the Fuel—a model Trek introduced to their line more than two decades ago—absolutely devours chunky terrain while still retaining the ability to tractor up steep climbs in a way that harkens back to its heritage as one of mountain biking’s best all-rounders.
The Fuel EX is a big brand masterpiece that leaves me genuinely excited for any rider living within Trek’s massive dealership market. True to the Fuel lineage, this updated version will continue the model’s legacy of bringing true all-around capabilities to the masses.
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