![]() Good on Trek to build on the success of the Stache. Reports of frame flex are greatly exaggerated, at 200# with hard riding habits, I don't notice any flex it is an 8# frame, how could it be flexy?ĭropper length, well, I have the inseam for a 175mm, so that's probably where I'll go though the Bonty 150mm dropper is functional if you can overlook the awkward lever angle.įor the price, it's a solid package. I'm running custom DT 350/Duroc 40 wheels which improved ride and reduced flex to nil. Wheels are nice, but the rear hub really needs to be built to last. I'd like to see them stay with an aluminum triangle and go with a carbon swingarm, avoiding the price tag of full carbon but dropping weight where it matters. Weight, yeah, the Full Stache is hefty, 34# solid, much of the weight seems to be in the backend. I'd also be curious about a reduced offset fork. More fork travel, 130mm is okay for an XC bike but the Full Stache is made for going downhill, so I'd spec 140mm I'll be upgrading mine soon. ![]() Shorter cranks, stock on the large frame is 175mm, I'm getting 165mm, but 170mm would make more sense out of the box on a bike with a low bb that is meant for exploring. Improvements: Shorter stem, 60mm stock is way to long, I'd spec a 50mm and have the shorter and longer options available in house to swap Trek is out of 50mm and 35mm Line stems which is a problem with the exclusive Knock Block system. I've been running in the low suspension setting, steering is a tad heavy but that's to be expected with the large wheels and long front to center. The Knockblock is not my fav, but I can deal with it. Overall I really like the Full Stache, it's way more capable than the short travel suspension would suggest. ![]() I was lucky to find a Full Stache at the Trek Superstore in San Diego, great service, twenty hour trip to get the bike, but it was nice to walk on the beach in 80deg weather and shred some trails on the way home. Riders who fit a 15.5 should consider Fuel EX 29 or Fuel EX 27.5 Plus. The rider would also have to compromise on fit and handling, which would negate the benefits of this platform. Trek: The short seat tube on a 15.5 frame would interfere with the tall 29-plus tire as it moves through its 130mm of travel. Mtbr: Why isn't it offered in the 15.5 size? The larger contact patch of the 29-plus tires also provides more traction than other tire sizes, so it's better at crawling up loose climbs. Over smoother terrain, that momentum translates into more speed once you get rolling. That means Full Stache prefers to steamroll over rough, technical trails rather than slowing down to pick a line. Trek: Full Stache's bigger tires carry more momentum and roll over obstacles easier than 27.5+ or standard 29er tires. Mtbr: How does this bike ride compared to Fuel EX Plus? Trek: Full Stache uses the same 210x52.5mm shock size as Fuel EX, and there are several options available. Mtbr: Are there any compatible aftermarket rear shock options? Mtbr: What is the maximum chain ring size? It does have Mino Link, which will allow riders to switch to a slacker 67 degrees. Trek: Full Stache has a head angle of 67.4 degrees out of the box. Mtbr: What's the head tube angle? Does it have Mino Link? Trek: The Full Stache frame has been tested for up to 560mm axle-to-race, which is commonly 140mm travel. Mtbr: What is the maximum recommended fork length? In addition to Bontrager, several other manufacturers are offering 29+ tire options, including Surly, Maxxis, WTB, and Vittoria. Mtbr: Are there any other 29x3.0 tire options? If the ride feels too bouncy, reduce pressure. If the tire squirms too much in corners or the rim bottoms out, increase pressure. We recommend starting around 16-18 psi and adjusting from there. Trek: As with any high-volume tire, the ideal pressure depends on a number of factors, including rider weight and specific terrain. Mtbr: What's the recommended tire pressure? Exploring with the Full Stache in Argentina.
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