Trek Fuel EX 8 XT 2020 Mountain Bike

About the Trek Fuel EX 8 XTThe Trek Fuel EX 8 is the ideal 29er trail bike for mountain bikers who want a versatile full-suspension ripper that can climb with the XC crowd and huck with the enduro crew. It hits the sweet spot of value and performance in our mountain bike line-up with an Alpha Aluminium frame, 130 mm front and rear suspension, and Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain. You’re cool with your wheels leaving the ground, but you also like to go the distance on marathon singletrack sessions and aim to clear every rock garden on the first try. You want exceptional trail bike performance, with the same MTB frame and suspension tech found on higher-end trail bikes, at exceptional value.A lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminium frame, Shimano XT 1×12 drivetrain with a wide-range 10-51 cassette, Tubeless Ready Bontrager Line Comp 30 wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive hub for quick engagement and a Bontrager Line dropper post for on-the-fly saddle height adjustments. The 130 mm front and rear FOX suspension with Trek’s exclusive RE:aktiv damper is enough to go big while staying fast on the flats and climbs. It’s a trail bike that is fully at capable keeping up with whatever you throw at it. It has the same frame and suspension tech found on our top-of-the-line trail bikes, with a Shimano XT 1×12 drivetrain that delivers a huge range of gearing with the simplicity of a single gear lever.Key FeaturesAlpha Platinum Aluminium Frame for stiff but light construction allows you to convert more of your power into speedFox Rhythm 34 Fork is ready to set the pace, from XC missions to trail adventuresFox Performance Float EVOL Rear Shock for efficient pedalling and pumping, and instantly soaks up bumps to keep you in controlShimano XT 12 Speed Drivetrain for precise gear changes and making it easier to ride up steep hillsShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc Brakes for controlled stopping in all conditionsBontrager XR4 Team Issue, 29 x 2.3˝ Tyres offers Incredible traction and cornering for loose and rocky trails, wet or dryAbout TrekTrek Bikes began in 1976, and their mission was simple: Build the best bikes in the world. Today, Trek gives the brightest and most passionate cycling designers and researchers the resources to question everything. Because innovation happens only when you have the courage to ask the hard questions and go where no one has gone before. To lead, you must invent. Trek Factory Racing athletes compete at the highest level of their sport and inspire all to experience the grit and glory of professional cycling. Bike SizingChoosing the bike size depends on the type of bike, your height, your riding style, and your preference. A correct fitting bike will be more comfortable, more efficient and more fun to ride. This bike size guide gives our customers general advice on choosing the right size. It is a guide only and we always recommend visiting one of our stores or contacting one of our experts.MTB Sizing GuideXSSMM/LLXLXXLFrame Size (Inch)13.515.517.518.519.521.523Rider Height (cm)137-155153-162161-172170-179177-188186-196195-203Inseam (cm)64-7372-7676-8180-8483-8887-9292-95Mountain Bike Buying Guide