Trek Fuel EX8 vs. Spec. Stumpjumper fsr comp
05-17-07, 05:54 PM
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Trek Fuel EX8 vs. Spec. Stumpjumper fsr comp
This question probably exists elsewhere but I'm new and I can't find it
anyway...
I have been looking at both the Fuel EX8 and the Stumpjumper FSR comp. Both seem like really nice bikes. I ride in eastern PA, on pretty roungh trails, and I am pretty tough on my equipment. I currently ride a hardtail and have never ridden a dual-suspention bike. I am pretty familiar with the set-ups of both bikes and am just looking for some owner opinions and the like.
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anyway...
I have been looking at both the Fuel EX8 and the Stumpjumper FSR comp. Both seem like really nice bikes. I ride in eastern PA, on pretty roungh trails, and I am pretty tough on my equipment. I currently ride a hardtail and have never ridden a dual-suspention bike. I am pretty familiar with the set-ups of both bikes and am just looking for some owner opinions and the like.
Thanks
05-17-07, 07:09 PM
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Stumpjumper, as hard as I try to destroy it it just won't die.
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Test ride 'nuff said.
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Originally Posted by TheFlip
Stumpjumper, as hard as I try to destroy it it just won't die.
05-18-07, 02:15 AM
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i tried both and went with the trek> rides much better up hills and feels more responsive...to me. try them both.
05-18-07, 05:58 AM
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I love my '05 Fuel EX8, it climbs, handles, and rides great, the '07 looks even better. Go ride them if you can.
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Ride'm both.
I am biased towards the Stumpy...I own one. Its a great all around bike. Does everything well, but nothing great. Its a comfy bike, well-suited for all day rides through the rough stuff.
I've heard great things about the Trek's ability to climb. This is the piece I think the Stumpy lacks the most.
I am biased towards the Stumpy...I own one. Its a great all around bike. Does everything well, but nothing great. Its a comfy bike, well-suited for all day rides through the rough stuff.
I've heard great things about the Trek's ability to climb. This is the piece I think the Stumpy lacks the most.
