I have a fuse pro. 120 reba.1x11.dropper. 3" rubber....bought it to ride in the lakes. Couldn't justify 2-3k for a full bouncer that would only get used once or twice a month.so picked this up for 1300.
I think it's ace. Apart from a slightly low bb and the odd pedal strike it seems perfect.
Was out for 5 hours around dunnerdale at weekend and it did the job with ease. Running around 15psi.
It's not fs but it feels like it's half way between a traditional ht and fs.
Interested in other owners thoughts.
Noticed the new trek seems very similar too.
Spesh UK aren't bringing any in this year.
Which is a shame, because...YUM
Love my Fuse as well. Have you gone tubeless? makes a huge difference to traction levels. So much fun on most trails, easy to throw around, traction is awesome and fits me so well.
Yep! I think it’s a great bike, I originally ordered a stache but changed my mind and went for the fuse, mines tubeless but occasionally it fails, and the only negative is the really chainstay chain clatter, otherwise it’s my go to bike! I went for the midrange one as didn’t think it would be the bike I ride the most but it is now.
Yep got mine this time last year after looking to get a full sus but seeing a pro up £1400 at Evans thought it was too good a deal not to pass up.
Not great in mud so its used as a spring,summer autumn bike as i have a rigid 29er single speed for winter.
Big tyres very confidence inspiring in rock gardens etc on frequent trips to Wales from smooth Essex land.
Went tubeless early on & have just upgraded brakes to Guide R's for the new season but otherwise standard.
I guess not a big seller in UK hence not sold here anymore but a choice of 5 models in the states inc a carbon S-Works...mmmmm
I think this years stumpy comes in boost, so you can buy it 29er or 650b+
Would love a carbon one, very tempted to upgrade but that defeats why I got it, just to blast round the chase on!
I'm planning to put 29er wheels as its boost friendly at some point this year at some too maybe for next winter or the odd XC race
Yeah I took the tubes out on day one. They weigh a ton and make no sense as the bike only shines with really low pressures.
The tyres are sealed but always seem to be excreting clear liquid...some thing from the sealant maybe?
No way I'd pay the money for a carbon version. This is all about value for me.
It's nice not to worry when it gets Stone chips and scratches.
The stock bb didn't last long but replaced that.
Love the climbing and cornering traction.
Critical to get the pressures right otherwise you get bounce back from the tyres when pedaling.
Looks nice..I thought about one and bought a Saracen Zenith....
http://www.saracen.co.uk/bikes/mountain/trail/zenith/zenith-carbon