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You're a mountain biker through and through, and want a single carbon bike for the best performance on everything from marathon races to gnarly descents and technical trails. You're looking for the best frame, suspension, and parts spec available, including the advantage of fully wireless electronic components.
The tech you get
A light and stiff full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame, 140mm FOX Factory 36 Float fork with GRIP2 damper, 130mm of rear travel with a FOX Factory Float shock featuring Trek's exclusive RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft, and a fully wireless SRAM X01 Eagle AXS 1x12 electronic drivetrain and RockShox Reverb AXS dropper post. Plus, powerful Shimano XT 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, Tubeless Ready Bontrager Line Carbon 30 wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for quick engagement, and a Bontrager Line Pro OCLV Carbon handlebar. An internal storage compartment lets you securely stow ride essentials and doesn't detract from the bike's sleek look.
The final word
If you can have just one mountain bike, this is it. Fuel EX 9.9 pairs the best OCLV Mountain Carbon frame we make with the highest-end parts on the market, including a wireless electronic drivetrain and dropper. It's equally at home on fast singletrack, gnarly trail, and laying down miles on your next multi-stage race.
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- The SRAM X01 Eagle AXS drivetrain is smart, smooth, and completely wireless
- RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft works faster than a normal shock, so it tracks the ground better and keeps you in control
- A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear
- We 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
- Make it yours: it's fully customizable through Project One
"A world-class trail bike"
"Fuel EX is a beautifully balanced and capable trail bike. The rear suspension is beautiful; as close to ideal as any bike I've ridden. It's sensitive where you want it to be, firm and crisp where it should be. It feels deep and controls big hits very well, and there's a nice platform for pedaling, and to pump and pop off when you're playing."
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"Good at pleasing everybody"
"Fuel EX has a few tricks that help it keep a level head when outside of its comfort zone, and to be a cloud on rails when it's in the zone. Everything about the Fuel EX, which was already good at pleasing everybody, is now even better at it."
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"An absolute trail rocket"
"Thanks to its burlier components, increased travel, and more aggressive geometry, it has become more of a shredder than ever! More performance, fun, and trail prowess."
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Features
Will my bike have a curved top tube?
Smaller frames (XS and S) have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frames (M and up) have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don’t have the same issues with standover height.
Suspension Calculator
This suspension calculator will help you optimize your suspension settings for your riding weight. Simply follow the steps to find your best set up.
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ABP
Our patented Active Braking Pivot allows your suspension to work freely whether you’re on the brakes or off. It’s smooth, controlled suspension that’s at its best all the time.
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Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program
Every set of Bontrager carbon wheels is backed by the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program. In the unlikely event that you damage your Bontrager carbon wheels within the first two years of ownership, we’ll repair or replace them for free.
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Mino Link adjustable geometry
Fine tune head tube angle by 1/2° and BB height by up to 10mm with the simple turn of a nut. Just flip the link to choose between slack or slacker geometry, without negatively affecting suspension performance. A Trek exclusive.
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Warrantied for life
Carbon wheels can give your ride an instant upgrade in speed and handling—and when you choose Bontrager, your investment is protected. All Bontrager carbon wheels are backed by a lifetime warranty for the original owner.
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Control Freak Cable Management
The lightest, quietest, most versatile cable management system allows any combination of shift, brake, lockout, and dropper post lines to be routed through the frame for clean looks and the ultimate custom setup.
Boost148/110
Wider dropouts (110mm front, 148mm rear) give you the stiffness of a 27.5" wheel with all the benefits of a 29" wheel, and Boost148 in the rear lets you run wider tires and a larger chainring without affecting q-factor and pedaling efficiency.
Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130mm travel |
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| Fork | Fox Factory 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP2 damper, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Kashima Coat, Boost110, 15mm bolt-on axle, 140mm travel |
| *Shock |
Size:
XS , S Fox Factory Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, Kashima Coat, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm |
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Size:
S , ML , L , M , XL Fox Factory Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, Kashima Coat, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x55mm |
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| Max compatible fork travel | 150mm |
| Front wheel | Bontrager Line Carbon 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
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| Rear wheel | Bontrager Line Carbon 30, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle |
| *Tire |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x2.60'' |
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Size:
S , ML , L , M , XL Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60'' |
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| Tire part | Bontrager TLR valve, 50mm |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tire size | 29x2.60" |
| Shifter | SRAM Eagle AXS, wireless, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle AXS |
| *Crank |
Size:
XS , S SRAM X01 Eagle AXS Carbon, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , M , XL SRAM X01 Eagle AXS Carbon, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12 speed |
| Max chainring size | 34T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size:
XS , S RockShox Reverb AXS, 100mm travel, wireless, 31.6mm, 340mm length |
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Size:
ML , M RockShox Reverb AXS, 150mm travel, wireless, 31.6mm, 440mm length |
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Size:
L , XL RockShox Reverb AXS, 170mm travel, wireless, 31.6mm, 480mm length |
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| Handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, alloy lock-on |
| *Stem |
Size:
XS , S Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 40mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , M , XL Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, 0 degree, 50mm length |
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| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Brake | Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| *Brake rotor |
Size:
XS , S , ML , L , M , XL Shimano RT76, 180mm, 6-bolt |
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Size:
XS , S , ML , L , M , XL Shimano RT76, 203mm, 6-bolt |
| Weight | M - 12.97 kg / 28.60 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |
Sizing & fit
The charts below show our recommended sizes based on height, but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit. That’s why you’ll see some overlap in our recommendations. Not every rider who’s 5´8˝, for example, will fit on the same size bike. The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts at your local Trek retailer.
Rider Height
Inseam
XS
137.0 - 155.0 cm
4'5.9" - 5'1.0"
64.0 - 73.0 cm
25.2" - 28.7"
S
153.0 - 166.5 cm
5'0.2" - 5'5.6"
72.0 - 79.0 cm
28.3" - 31.1"
M
161.0 - 172.0 cm
5'3.4" - 5'7.7"
76.0 - 81.0 cm
29.9" - 31.9"
M/L
165.5 - 179.0 cm
5'5.2" - 5'10.5"
77.0 - 84.0 cm
30.3" - 33.1"
L
177.0 - 188.0 cm
5'9.7" - 6'2.0"
83.0 - 88.0 cm
32.7" - 34.6"
XL
186.0 - 196.0 cm
6'1.2" - 6'5.2"
87.0 - 92.0 cm
34.3" - 36.2"
All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted.
| Frame size number | Frame size letter | Geometry position | Wheel size | A — Seat tube | B — Seat tube angle | C — Head tube length | D — Head angle | E — Effective top tube | F — Bottom bracket height | G — Bottom bracket drop | H — Chainstay length | I — Offset | J — Trail | K — Wheelbase | L — Standover | M — Frame reach | N — Frame stack |
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| 13.5 | XS | High | 27.5" | 35.5 | 75.5° | 9.0 | 66.5° | 54.5 | 34.1 | 1.4 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 10.7 | 111.9 | 70.0 | 40.0 | 55.9 |
| 13.5 | XS | Low | 27.5" | 35.6 | 75.0° | 9.0 | 66.0° | 55 | 33.5 | 2.1 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.1 | 112.0 | 69.5 | 39.5 | 56.3 |
| 15.5 | S | High | 27.5" | 35.5 | 75.5° | 10.0 | 66.5° | 56.7 | 34.1 | 1.4 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 10.8 | 114.3 | 70.7 | 42.0 | 56.8 |
| 15.5 | S | Low | 27.5" | 39.5 | 75.0° | 10.0 | 66.0° | 56.8 | 33.5 | 2.1 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.1 | 114.4 | 70.2 | 41.5 | 57.2 |
| 15.5 | S | High | 29" | 39.5 | 75.5° | 10.0 | 66.5° | 57.7 | 34.6 | 2.8 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 11.5 | 115.3 | 70.7 | 42.0 | 60.5 |
| 15.5 | S | Low | 29" | 39.5 | 75.0° | 10.0 | 66.0° | 57.8 | 33.9 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 115.4 | 70.2 | 41.5 | 60.8 |
| 17.5 | M | High | 29" | 42.0 | 75.5° | 10.0 | 66.5° | 60.2 | 34.6 | 2.8 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 117.8 | 74.7 | 44.5 | 60.5 |
| 17.5 | M | Low | 29" | 42.0 | 75.0° | 10.0 | 66.0° | 60.3 | 33.9 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 117.9 | 74.1 | 44.0 | 60.8 |
| 18.5 | ML | High | 29" | 43.5 | 75.5° | 10.5 | 66.5° | 61.8 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 119.5 | 75.2 | 46.0 | 60.9 |
| 18.5 | ML | Low | 29" | 43.5 | 75.0° | 10.5 | 66.0° | 61.9 | 33.9 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 119.6 | 74.6 | 45.5 | 61.3 |
| 19.5 | L | High | 29" | 45.0 | 75.5° | 10.5 | 66.5° | 63.3 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 121.0 | 75.4 | 47.5 | 60.9 |
| 19.5 | L | Low | 29" | 45.0 | 75.0° | 10.5 | 66.0° | 63.4 | 33.9 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 121.1 | 74.8 | 47.0 | 61.3 |
| 21.5 | XL | High | 29" | 50.0 | 75.5° | 12.0 | 66.5° | 66.1 | 34.6 | 2.7 | 43.5 | 4.3 | 11.6 | 124.1 | 77.6 | 50.0 | 62.3 |
| 21.5 | XL | Low | 29" | 50.0 | 75.0° | 12.0 | 66.0° | 66.3 | 33.9 | 3.4 | 43.7 | 4.3 | 11.9 | 124.2 | 77.0 | 49.5 | 62.7 |