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Trek Fuel EX 8

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Size / 15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5"

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  • Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, internal front derailleur cable routing, magnesium EVO Link, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm travel
  • Wheels Bontrager 15mm alloy front hub, Shimano M525 alloy rear hub; Bontrager Duster Disc 32-hole rims, Tubeless Ready
  • Wheel Size 26"
  • Tires Bontrager XR4 Expert, 26x2.2"
  • Crank Shimano M552, 42/32/24
  • Front Derailleur Shimano SLX
  • Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT M780 Shadow
  • Shifters Shimano SLX M660-10, 10 speed
  • Brakeset Shimano SLX M666 hydraulic disc brakes
  • Handlebar Bontrager Low Riser, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 9 degree sweep
  • Saddle Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
  • Seatpost Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6mm, zero offset
  • Stem Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm
  • Headset FSA NO.57E, E2, ACB sealed bearings

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Hey, I've been looking for this for a while now and since i found it, thought i'd share it with you. Enjoy! Trek 2012 Fuel EX 8 Full Suspension MTB | Trek Cross Country | Cross Country  

Trek Fuel Ex8 specs! specs= Features ABP Convert is active suspension under braking, with 142x12 E2 tapered frame and fork 15QR DRCV fork and shock All-new trail geometry Frameset Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, internal front derailleur cable routing, magnesium EVO Link, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm travel Front Suspension Fox 32 Float RL, Trek DRCV air spring, lockout, rebound, E2 tapered steerer, 15QR thru axle, 120mm travel, tuned by Trek in California Rear Suspension Fox Performance Series Float RP-2 w/DRCV, ProPedal, rebound; 7.25x2.0", tuned by Trek in California Wheels Wheels Bontrager Rhythm Comp TLR Disc wheel system, 15mm front hub, 142x12mm rear hub, 28 hole, Tubeless Ready Tires Bontrager XR4 Expert, 26x2.2" Drivetrain Shifters Shimano SLX M660-10, 10 speed Front Derailleur Shimano SLX Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT M780 Shadow Crank Shimano Deore XT M780, 42/32/24 Bottom Bracket Shimano press fit Cassette Shimano HG62-10 11-36, 10 speed Pedals n/a Components Saddle Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails Seat Post Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6mm, zero offset Handlebars Bontrager Race Lite Low Riser, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 9 degree sweep Stem Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm Grips Bontrager Race Lite, single lock-on Headset FSA NO.57E, E2, ACB sealed bearings Brakeset Shimano SLX M666 hydraulic disc brakes Extras Trek fork & shock sag meter, Bontrager shock pump  

Trek will still be trying to sell the 2011 lineup. Also trek world (expo), where they release next seasons models has only just finished. I expect their website to be updated at the end of this month.  

ah man why must the price jump go up so much?? Maybe the price will be less since I believe that is a UK site. So hopefully its under $2800 cus then I will be calling my LBS tomorrow to order one.  

I walked into my shop yesterday and was quoted $2600 for the EX8 2012. After seeing the prices online I quickly paid for it in full and it is being delivered early next week. Lets hope they they don't change the price when I go to pick it up. Of course, my receipt does say "paid in full" so I would have to fight them on it. Either way I'm excited to get my hands on it!  

^^^sweet Let us know how it turns out, for $2600 I will be all over it. Guess I better bring my shop some lunch tomorrow to sweeten the deal  

Britishnate

MSRP is around $2500-2600 the prices on Trekbikes.com are Advertised pricing which is usually more than MSRP.  

Nice find on that site. I'm wondering if those UK prices are accurate: 2011 Remedy 9.8 $6825 2012 Remedy 9.8 $5869 2011 FuelEx 9.7 $4641 2012 FuelEx 9.7 $4095 If this is correct, it looks like the carbon bikes are now quite a bit cheaper.  

For the 9.8 it seems to be more of a component change for the price change. They are dropping the DT Swiss wheel set for in house Bontranger wheel sets. There are also some other changes between the models. The 9.9 has less changes between the years so hardly a price difference.  

Well I went back to the shop today and they confirmed that the price was correct at $2600. However, I ended up trying out a remedy while I was there (since my bike has not arrived yet) and fell in love. I asked if I could take the remedy instead and they said fine because they would stock the bike I ordered anyway. So........... It's a Remedy for me now!  

Nice, which one did ya get? And how much did it end up costing if you don't mind sharing?  

You could build a pretty mean wheelset for $1K! Personally I'd take the Reverb over the Joplin, DRCV fork over the Talas, and the adjustable H/A on the 2012 frame. The Bontrager hub on the fuel EX 9.8 demo bike I rode sounded like it was going to fall apart, but those bikes were trashed. Looks like the Bonty wheelset is a 28mm wide rim vs 24mm wide for the DT. I'd rather have the former for a AM class bike like the remedy. I imagine the majority of the price diff comes from outsourcing the frame.  

mo6500

Hey Djg24 ======== Congratulations for your new bike!!! Can you please tell us which REMEDY did ya buy? Is it R7 ? R8 ? 2011 or 2012 ? I'm asking cause I'm torn between REMEDY 7 and FUEL EX8. Thanks.  

So it looks like the Fuel Ex line went up in price across the board (+$1000 for the 9.9!), while the remedy went up in price at the high end (9.9) by $500 (ouch), stayed the same for the mid range models, and got a bit ($200) cheaper for the 8 and 9 models.  

I ended up getting the 2012 Remedy 7 for the same $2600 that I put down on the Fuel Ex8. I was going to get a Remedy 8 but I liked the black on the 7. Besides that, I already had Shimano XT brakes, cranks, shifters and derailuers as well as Stans FLow rims so I really didn't need the next model up. How many posts before I can post pictures?  

Pistol79

You can post pictures at any time....  

2012 fuel line is up on the trek website now  

Thanks, I noticed that the EX 7 appears to be a real bargain at $2259. It lacks the fancy new fork, but still has a Fox with 15mm. The only differences are minor and can be upgraded gradually or as they break. What is really remarkable is the EX7 is only $100 more than the EX6.  

Note the Trek site shows the cranks on both the EX7 and EX8 as M552 which is different from the XT cranks mentioned earlier in this thread. Wheels are different too. Perhaps the US version has different specs. The US Trek Pictures are the same color, but reflect the cheaper cranks (doesn't say XT like the early pictures in this thread)  

I noticed that too. It looks like a cheaper crank and cheaper duster rims also.  

Just ordered the 2012 EX8 Black....totally stoked....  

I noticed that the EX 7 appears to be a real bargain at $2259. It lacks the fancy new fork, but still has a Fox with 15mm. The only differences are minor and can be upgraded gradually or as they break. What is really remarkable is the EX7 is only $100 more than the EX6.[/QUOTE] From what I can see and what my buddy who works at a bike shop told me is that the new ex 7 is basically last years ex 8. And the 7 is probably the best deal you can get on a full suspension bike if you want all fox suspension and good components. I wanted a 7 until I was convinced to pay the extra for the 8. And as you said with the 7 over the 6, Trek is the best with their pricing. I would pick the ex 8 over specialized's stumpjumper comp, which is $2750 and no fox fork. For almost $3000, I want to have fox on my bike even though I know rock shox makes great stuff, for that money I wouldnt feel complete in my bike choice without having them.  

I would pick the ex 8 over specialized's stumpjumper comp, which is $2750 and no fox fork. For almost $3000, I want to have fox on my bike even though I know rock shox makes great stuff, for that money I wouldnt feel complete in my bike choice without having them. From what I've seen on the internet Specialized has decided against using Rockshox's 20mm maxle light fork on their stumpjumper (26er)line. The maxle is a huge reason to use a Rockshox fork I have in fact I feel that it's actually stiffer than Fox/Shimano's 15mm q/r.  

Well I just left my lbs and pulled the trigger on a 2012 ex 8 matte titanium color. Said its in stock and should be here hopefully by next weekend for its maiden voyage  

stunnerable

Saw the 2012 EX8 at my lbs today in the matte Ti color and all I can say is WOW!!! Ultra sexy bike which I am buying. Seriously after seeing that color I don't know why you'd buy black. The pictures do not do this color justice. The red is so striking in person. I can't wait!  

Amen for that. I disliked this mix of colors but when I saw it on hand I saw how pretty is it :thumbsup:  

Just ordered a 2012 EX 8 in Ti. Should be here this weekend.  

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Trek Fuel EX 8 review – still one of the best trail MTBs?

Trek’s alloy fuel ex trail mountain bike lacks the latest features but is the overall package still a winner.

Trek Fuel EX 8

BikePerfect Verdict

Heavy frame that misses the latest features but still a great package for fast and precise all round mountain biking

Tight, precise frame

Sorted all round handling

Very efficient suspension feel

Durable Shimano kit

Excellent sizing options

Heavy frame

No internal storage

Press fit bottom bracket

Top Fuel is more playful

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Trek’s Fuel EX has been one of the best mountain bikes in the world for years, but the alloy-framed 8 is lacking some of the features the latest alloy and carbon Treks. High-durability component spec matches the vibe of a really well-balanced bike. One that plans ahead, hands its homework in early (having double checked it) and rarely puts a wheel wrong or goads you into being silly yourself. So how has Trek done that and is there a better option in the range if you want something short on travel but big on fun?

Design and aesthetics

Trek has been using a rocker link-driven, vertical shock suspension design on its bikes for so long that “Looks like a Trek Session” is a cliche on most MTB forums. No surprise then that the Fuel EX continues the clean looks which leave plenty of room for a big bottle on the down tube and strap-on storage. You don’t get the internal storage of the newer Top Fuel alloy frame though and this older frame still uses a press-fit bottom bracket rather than reverting to a more reliable threaded  format. There are ISCG chain keeper tabs on the BB though, a wider-angle Knock Block steering limiter to stop bars hitting the frame in a crash and rear axle concentric ABP rear suspension pivot. Cunning zip tie tabbed ‘Control Freak’ internal cable routing and rubber frame armor including molded chainstay sleeves keep things quiet. 

You also get the 0.5-degree geometry change ‘Mino Link’ flip chip at the seat stay/rocker pivot. That changes head angle from 65.5- to 65-degrees and effective seat angle from 75.5- to 75-degrees on the Large I tested. Reach also shifts from 475 to 470mm and BB height drops from 346 to 340mm. The big win with choosing a Trek though is the sheer range of sizes from XXS to XXL including a sweet spot ML in the centre. Smaller bikes also run 27.5in wheels for proportional balance, too, although the chainstays are the same length on all frame sizes. The Fuel EX 8 is also available in three different two-tone color options.

Specification

Trek acknowledges that the ‘priority is on the parts’ with the EX 8 and the highlight is an almost complete Shimano XT drivetrain (the chain is SLX). The Fox Float shock is a custom unit, too, using a Penske race car derived RE:aktiv damper setup for a pert-pedaling feel on top of the 130mm travel. The 140mm Fox 34 fork is the stock Rhythm spec though and the Shimano brakes are basic four-piston MT400s. Bontrager’s functional Line component range completes the bike in well-judged, size-specific cockpit options although dropper post strokes are short on the larger sizes. Big volume versions of Bontrager’s XR5 and XR4 tires on Bontrager Line Comp 30mm internal rims put plenty of air between bike and trail for protection, too.

Performance

While the EX8 isn’t light at just under 15kg (a full kilo heavier than Trek claims) it’s in the ballpark for a mid-travel, alloy-framed bike at this price. What really stands out is how well it hides that weight when it comes to pedaling. The big tires don’t drag nearly as much as they look like they might, while the RE:aktiv shock and overall kinematic give it a really clean, crisp and stable platform to put down power from. That means even with three potential low-compression settings to play with, we rarely felt compelled to flick it out of full open unless we were hoofing uphill out of the saddle. Add the clean shifting, top-quality Shimano XT drivetrain and the Fuel EX is a great choice for high-mileage rides and riders. The fast-engaging ‘Rapid Drive’ freehub and relatively high ground clearance are a bonus for anyone who likes to kick hard out of corners or attack rough technical climbs, too. The efficient suspension feel still gives enough sensitivity to track the ground under power and you can drop pressures in the big tires if you’re into a proper ‘crawler/swamper’ feel. 

The 140mm fork/130mm rear travel feels well balanced on the trail and the Grip damper Fox Rhythm repeatedly proved why its our favorite cost-effective fork. Trek’s suspension calculator is accurate enough to get most people sorted on set-up for most situations. The angles and proportions of the model we tested were confident at speed on jumps but still turned in promptly on woodland twisters. Even the basic Shimano brakes feel better than normal through the neutral suspension responses created by the ABP pivot and the 200mm rotor up front boosts power, too.

While you could speed up reactions with a shorter stem, the stock setup probably suits its overall character better. That’s because while it will pop and play off trailside opportunities if you’re in the mood, it does tend to sit on top of an already relatively high ride height rather than sucking down onto the trail and railing. Interestingly that’s a big - and counter intuitive - difference to the Top Fuel 8. With slightly steeper angles, less travel, significantly different suspension kinematic and top-spec RockShox rear shock, Trek’s pocket rocket has an addictively playful charisma that’s very much at odds with it’s ‘XC’ categorization. 

In fact, despite it being heavier we’d probably opt for the Fuel EX for long marathon-style or efficiency-based events, especially as it’s significantly cheaper than its little brother, leaving you more cash for race entries and energy products. Just make sure you keep an eye on the press-fit bottom bracket and get it replaced as soon as it shows any signs of wobble/creak as that can eventually creates frame issues.

Trek’s Fuel range might be a bit backwards when it comes to assigning categories based on travel but the main thing is that the Fuel EX is still a really efficient, enjoyable and fitness/skill flattering all rounder. While it misses out on the internal storage, threaded BB and super-plush playfulness of the Top Fuel, Shimano XT will always bring a lot of hard riding boys (and girls) to the yard. Those are exactly the riders who’ll appreciate just how well this extremely well balanced bike covers ground and keeps a fresh and sharp feel long into the day, and down tough technical sections, too. 

Tech Specs: Trek Fuel EX 8 XT

  • Price: $3,929.99 / £3,200
  • Discipline: Trail
  • Head angle: 66/66.5-degrees
  • Frame material: Trek Alpha Platinum Aluminum
  • Sizes: XS, S, M, M/L, L (tested) XL, XXL
  • Weight: 14.9kg
  • Wheel size: 29 x 2.3in
  • Suspension (front/rear): Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL 140mm travel, 44mm offset/Fox Performance Float EVOL, 3-position RE:aktiv 130mm travel
  • Components: Shimano XT 10-51T, 12-speed gearing, shifter, chainset and cassette. Shimano SLX chain. Shimano MT400 brakes with 200/180mm rotors. Bontrager XR4 Team Issue 29 x 2.6in front and Bontrager XR5 Team Issue 29 x 2.5in rear tires on Bontrager Line Comp 30 wheels. Bontrager Line 780 x 35mm bar and 50 x 35 mm stem, Bontrager Line Dropper 150mm dropper post, Bontrager Arvada saddle

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Moscow a 1954 MTB-82 trolleybus.

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‘F’

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Electric trams appeared in Moscow in 1899, but the most popular of the first models was created in 1908. It was the model ‘F’ (‘Fonarny’, “The one with a lantern”), a motor carriage produced in St. Petersburg. The name comes from a special build-up with glass units on the roof. It served to let additional light from the street inside the carriage and was commonly called a ‘lantern’. The chassis of the ‘F’ was wooden with a steel coating. The carriage had no doors and passengers often hopped on and off while it was going through turns at minimum speed. The ‘F’ also operated with a motor engine with several attached modifications and was only taken out of service in Moscow in the 1950s.

‘RVZ-6’

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The ‘RVZ-6’ was a special case: This successful model had spread all over the USSR and was in use for decades, but it was still considered really exotic in Moscow. The reason was that the capital had chosen the ‘Tatra’ trams (see below) instead of this one. The ‘RVZ-6’ was designed in Riga in the Soviet Republic of Latvia. From 1960, its mass production had continued for practically 30 years - the Latvian engineers did everything to update the construction. The ‘RVZ-6’ had a light body made of aluminium sheets riveted together. Also, it had a driving system with pedals, which was quite unusual for trams. As Moscow underestimated this model, it was only used there in 1960-1966 and then, all eight carriages were given to Tashkent in the Soviet Republic of Uzbekistan.

‘Tatra T2’

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The ‘Tatra’ tram was inspired by a U.S. model and produced from the 1950s in Czechoslovakia under a license. A modified ‘Tatra T2’ first appeared in Moscow in 1959. It was the beginning of a new era in the history of Moscow trams. It was much more convenient than any other Soviet model: the driver had a comfortable seat and the carriage was equipped with resilient wheels, instead of full-metal ones - the ‘Tatra T2’ passed through the streets without making a loud noise. All the carriages of this modification also had an improved winter heating system. On top of that, the recognizable design of the model didn’t resemble any other trams. The ‘Tatra T2’ was taken out of service in 1981 and replaced by the next generation - the ‘Tatra T3’, which wasn’t less successful.

‘AMO-4’

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The first buses that appeared in Moscow in 1922-1924 were imported from England, but Soviet engineers quickly designed a local model. This was the ‘AMO-4’, named after the AMO plant (“Automobile Society of Moscow”). The name of the model also actually stands for bus chassis and had two body modifications. The second had a fourth door at the back, so it could be turned into an ambulance. The chassis was improved, too: It was made of boards instead of beams and became more flexible, so the bumpy Moscow pavings didn’t wear it out too fast. 

‘ZIS-8’

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In the 1930s, the AMO plant was renamed in honor of Iosif Stalin, so its new common abbreviation was ZIS (‘Zavod imeni Stalina’, “Plant named after Stalin”). After this, engineers designed a new bus called ‘ZIS-8’. It was based on an American bus model, which was significantly altered: the construction was made simpler and the front brakes were made more reliable. Like the ‘AMO-4’, the ‘ZIS-8’ had a small window to display the route number above the windscreen. At the sides of the window there were two lamps showing the color code of the route to make it recognizable from a distance - an idea borrowed from the tram system. The ‘ZIS-8’ had turned out to be convenient and easy to produce, so it was used in other cities of the USSR and even made for export. ZIS then began to design many bus modifications.

‘LiAZ-677’

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One of the next greatest hits among Moscow buses was first designed in 1962 at a plant in Likino-Dulyovo, Moscow Region. It was called ‘LiAZ-677’ and was actually used all over the USSR. Appearing in 1967 in Moscow for the first time, the ‘LiAZ-677’ was in operation until the 2000s. This bus had a flexible suspended span based on pneumo cylinders, so people started calling the ‘LiAZ-677’ a ‘lunokhod’ (“lunar rover”). The motor was placed in the front part of the chassis and the exhaust gas pipe went under the floor - this construction solution also heated the compartment. However, as this system got old, it started filling the bus with the smell of the exhaust gas. The ‘LiAZ-677’ is also remembered for its shaky motion and specific sound of its worn parts, which resembled the tinkling of empty bottles.

‘Ikarus-180’

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The ‘Ikarus’ buses from Hungary were very popular in the USSR. They started appearing at the end of the 1960s, but only the biggest models were operating in Moscow. One of them was the ‘Ikarus-180’ - the first stretch bus in the Soviet Union. It just had 37 seats, but could carry 169 passengers in total, thanks to its two-section construction. The center of the ‘Ikarus-180’ made the Soviets nickname this model ‘garmoshka’ (“accordion”) or a “vacuum cleaner”. Also, its diesel engine was a sensation on the back of other Soviet buses that had petrol fuel-hungry motors. Later, the ‘Ikarus-180’ became the basis for the improved ‘Ikarus-280’ model.

Trolleybuses

‘lk’.

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Moscow saw its first trolleybuses in 1933. The model was called ‘LK’ after Lazar Kaganovich, who was the man behind the idea to equip Moscow with electric transport. The first trolleybuse of the capital had a wooden chassis covered with metal. It had two doors that opened manually by the driver and the bus conductor. The ‘LK’ was comfortable for passengers: there were padded seats with heaters and baggage nets. At the same time, the driver’s cab had no heater and the wooden chassis made terrible creaks during motion. In any case, this new type of transport gained a lot of popularity over the years.

‘YaTB-3’

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Appearing in 1939, the ‘YaTB-3’ was the most unusual of Moscow’s trolleybus models, as it was a double-decker. It was the Soviet equivalent of an English model bought for the capital of the USSR in 1937. It fit 100 people inside, but wasn’t easy to operate. All trolleybus cables had to be raised a meter higher and the trolley poles (power collectors) of the usual models often lowered. The ‘YaTB-3’ was uncomfortable for tall passengers, because the ceilings of both decks were very low. Also, it was only possible to ride the second deck sitting down - extra standing passengers could alter the center of gravity, which threatened the steadiness of the bus. The number of these trolleybuses slowly declined until 1953, when they were finally taken out of service for good.    

‘MTB-82’

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The ‘MTB-82’ first appeared in Moscow in 1946. It was quite different from previous models. For example, it had a universal chassis that could be used as a trolleybus, tram or bus. Its chassis was made of aluminium and covered with the same metal, so it didn’t make any creaks and was considerably lighter in weight. The doors didn’t have to be opened manually, as they had the pneumatic drive. Additionally, all the parts could be repaired easily. The ‘MTB-82’ could carry 100 people like the ‘YaTB-3’ and it also had problems with its size: it was wider than all the other trolleybuses, so the drivers often hit passing vehicles and lampposts.This is why the production of the ‘MTB-82’ was eventually stopped in 1961, but it was in operation until 1972, when it finally was taken out of service. In fact, nowadays, any trolleybus is a part of history - in 2020, Moscow stopped using this type of public transport and, in September of that year, a museum route was opened.

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2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 E

trek fuel ex 8 2012 weight

A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.

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A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Fuel EX 8 E

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Dec 2013 · MBA Action

While certain bikes are made for incredibly specific purposes, for most riders, the right tool for the job is a bike that is capable over the course of an

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The EX performs brilliantly on everyday singletrack—the kind of trails you want to ride for hours upon hours. Its handling traits are balanced and nimble, thanks in part to its low bottom bracket and ample standover. The efficient DRCV suspension platform and the 27.5-pound weight make the EX 9.8 feel like a no-holds-barred race whippet while on the pedals.

Jul 2013 · Jenn Hill

Jenn's long termer of choice this year is Trek's Fuel EX 9.8.

Jan 2013 · Dirt HQ

Here’s a bike that looks good and has been made into a bike that’s fun to ride, the 2013 Trek Fuel EX 9.8...

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Nov 2012 · Alan Muldoon

New for 2013 is Trek’s latest incarnation of the ever-popular Fuel Ex, priced from £1,400. We swung a leg over the latest models in the Dolomites to see how the bike has evolved.

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[SV_VIMEO id=”48633979″] While most of the mountain bike industry is busy burying the 26″ wheel with barrow loads of big wheels, Trek are one of the few companies who have actually invested in the 26″ trail bike market for 2013. The revamped Fuel EX line up is more capable than ever. It really is the …

An amazingly capable trail bike - there aren't many situations the EX can't handle. Gorgeous construction. Reliable spec and we love the Reverb Stealth seat post! Pretty good value too.

Rear shock tune feels a little too firm when 'Trail' mode is engaged. Fork is noisy. Would be better without a triple ring crankset.

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Apr 2012 · Guy Kesteven

Trek’s all-rounder is a superb showcase of enjoyment boosting technology. It's responsive and efficient enough for epic cross-country but more than tough and confident enough for technical descents

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TIME Best Inventions of 2023

"Fuel EXe's natural-feeling assist and stealthy good looks earned it a coveted spot on TIME's Best Inventions of 2023 list." From TIME. © 2023 TIME USA LLC All rights reserved. Used under license.

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TQ HPR-50 is Pinkbike's Innovation of the Year

"That tiny harmonic pin ring drive unit is the golden goose of e-bike motors." Find out what Pinkbike had to say about the revolutionary motor at the heart of Fuel EXe.

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Best All-Around

"Overall, the Trek Fuel EXe is a bike that ranked consistently well across the board when it came to performance on the trail. It does everything pretty darn well and would be a great jack of all trades lightweight eBike for those looking to have a mid-power eMTB for trail shredding fun."

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2022 Gear of the Year

"This is the first time an e-bike has made my Gear of the Year list [...] in addition to being silent, the HPR50 motor feels frictionless while pedaling. The assistance comes on with a subtlety that makes it feel like you are a younger, fitter version of yourself with a tailwind at your back."

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Editor's Choice

"The low-key, silent assist is just enough, keeping it riding like a real mountain bike but making the climbs less sucky. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good high-power eMTB, but I loved this bike, too. Trek’s Fuel EX’s handling is dialed, and this is merely an enhanced version of that. I tested the top model, but, fortunately, there are also mid-priced models that eschew some of the AirWiz(ardy) without giving up any of what makes this bike rad."

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"Nothing comes close"

"Simply put, nothing comes close to the Fuel EXe when you paint the picture of the mountain bike experience as a whole."

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"Probably going to be the most significant bike launched this decade"

"The Trek Fuel EXe is the bike (e or otherwise) that plenty of people have been waiting to see… Removes the final few issues that the e-curious crowd had."

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"One of the best mountain bikes - powered or unpowered - I’ve recently ridden."

"The Fuel EXe is such a harmonious package that I got comfortable with it very quickly, and it wasn’t much longer before I was in love with this bike...I legitimately forgot that I was on an e-bike at times…it’s the most natural feeling motor I’ve yet ridden."

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"We have to call it as we see it and the Trek Fuel EXe just elevated the eMTB game."

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"The first impression was a unanimous 'Wow.' This is one of the few times that a bike exceeded expectations."

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"Nothing less than a great leap forward for eMTBs"

"There are times when I am left amazed by something new and shiny, and that is the case with the Trek Fuel Exe...I might even go as far as to call it an engineering marvel."

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  1. 2012 Trek Fuel EX 8

    Specifications Related Discussion 2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 Trail Compare SHARE Colour / Matte Black Size / 15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5" At a glance The 2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 is an Trail Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 26" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including 15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5" and a Shimano drivetrain.

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    2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 Bike (discontinued) Discontinued Related: Trek Compare with other Bikes Specs Write Review Specifications Product Trek Fuel EX 8 Bike Model Year 2012 Riding Type Cross Country Trail Rider Unisex Sizes and Geometry 15.5 17.5 18.5 19.5 21.5 View Geometry Wheel Size Frame Material Aluminum Frame Material Details

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    Specifications General Specific View product specifications: Trek Fuel EX 8 2012 - View Reviews, Specifications, Prices, Comparisons and Local Bike Shops.

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    Top Comparison View more similar bikes → Insights Gearing A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills. Lowest gear (climbing) 30 mph Fuel EX 8 26 mph Similar Bikes Highest gear (descending) Add custom gearing Sizing 15.5" 5'0" - 5'7" 17.5" 5'5" - 5'11" 18.5"

  5. Trek fuel ex 8 2012 specs and images!!!

    Personally I'd take the Reverb over the Joplin, DRCV fork over the Talas, and the adjustable H/A on the 2012 frame. The Bontrager hub on the fuel EX 9.8 demo bike I rode sounded like it was going to fall apart, but those bikes were trashed. Looks like the Bonty wheelset is a 28mm wide rim vs 24mm wide for the DT.

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    Everything you need to know about the Trek Fuel EX 8 2012 - View Reviews, Specifications, Prices, Comparisons and Local Bike Shops. ... That's what Fuel EX 8 has to offer. Made of beautifully welded Alpha Platinum aluminum frame with top upgrades as the Fox DRCV fork with E2 tapered steerer, Shimano XT rear derailleur and SLX shifters, and ...

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    Insights Gearing A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills. Lowest gear (climbing) 48 km/h Fuel EX 8 E 42 km/h Similar Bikes Highest gear (descending) Add custom gearing Sizing 15.5" 154cm - 169cm 17.5" 166cm - 180cm 18.5" 176cm - 188cm 19.5" 177cm - 189cm 21.5"

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  19. 2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 E

    Insights Gearing A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills. Lowest gear (climbing) Fuel EX 8 E Similar Bikes Highest gear (descending) Add custom gearing Sizing 15.5" 5'0" - 5'7" 17.5" 5'5" - 5'11" 18.5" 5'9" - 6'3" 19.5" 5'9" - 6'3" 21.5" 6'1" - 6'6" 🐐 Estimated

  20. Moscow, Idaho

    First United Methodist Church (1904), S. Adams at E. 3rd St. Moscow (/ ˈ m ɒ s k oʊ / MOS-koh) is a city and the county seat of Latah County, Idaho.Located in the North Central region of the state along the border with Washington, it had a population of 25,435 at the 2020 census. Moscow is the home of the University of Idaho, the state's land-grant institution and primary research university.

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