Trek Fuel EX 9.7 SLX/XT Gen 6

It features a lightweight carbon frame, plus a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components that balance price and ride quality, plus, the ultra-smooth handling of a FOX 150mm front and 140mm rear suspension.

Why you'll love it

1. You get the light and stiff feel of a carbon fiber frame, plus progressive trail geometry that's ready to handle it all
2. You'll find the right balance of price and performance with a cherry-picked blend of Shimano SLX and XT components
3. With the adjustable angle headset (angled cups sold separately) and Mino Link, you can choose from six different geometry configurations
4. Guided internal routing, universal derailleur hanger, improved hardware, and a threaded BB make maintenance a breeze
5. We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders, and use the best-fitting wheels for each frame size: XS frames get 27.5˝ wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5˝ or 29˝, and sizes M and up get 29˝ wheels