Trek 2022 Fuel EX 8 Gen 5

£2,760.00
Was £3,450.00
XS
S
M
ML
L
XL
XXL

Fuel EX 8 is the ideal trail bike for riders who want a versatile full suspension ripper that makes soul-crushing climbs less painful, but can also huck rowdy trails. It hits the sweet spot of value and performance in our mountain bike line-up by combining high-end parts with a stout but light alloy frame, and 130 mm rear/140 mm front suspension for plenty of trail capability.

You're cool with your wheels leaving the ground, but you also like to go the distance on marathon singletrack sessions. You want a bike that lets you crush any trail, and your priority is on the parts.

An alloy frame, 140 mm FOX Rhythm 34 fork and 130 mm of rear travel with an extra-efficient RE:aktiv damper. A Shimano XT 1x12 drivetrain with an extra-low 51-tooth climbing gear, powerful 4-piston brakes, Bontrager wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive hub for fast engagement plus a Bontrager Line dropper post.

Fuel EX 8 gives you added efficiency with Shimano's latest, widest-range drive train and Trek's unique RE:aktiv damper that provides firm pedalling support without giving up any plush compliance.
- A wider gear range and more efficient suspension help you claw your way up tricky climbs you never thought you'd clean
- If you measure quality in performance per pound, you won't do better than Fuel EX 8
- This bike will make you want to rail every corner, smash every rock garden and charge every descent
- The shifter-style, underbar remote dropper post lever is super intuitive and easy to use
- We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders. And, you get the fastest wheel that fits your frame: XS frames get 27.5? wheels, S frames get to choose between 27.5? or 29? and sizes M to XL get 29? wheels

Will my bike have a curved top tube?
Smaller frames (XS and S) have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frames (M and up) have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don't have the same issues with standover height.

Active Braking Pivot
Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.

RE:aktiv
RE:aktiv technology gives you firm support for efficient pedaling that instantly gives way for smooth control when the trail turns rough.

Straight Shot w/Knock Block
Trek's Straight Shot frame design optimises the stiffness-to-weight ratio for a more responsive ride. You'll be able to push harder and stay more planted on your line when the going gets rough.

Order your new bike from us and one of our team will hand deliver it to your home or place of work. We use a specialist 'white glove' courier trained by ourselves.

For peace of mind, every bike comes fully assembled and PDI’d by one of our Cytech mechanics – not your usual bike in a box delivery as some other shops offer.

Due to current demand for our bikes, please allow a minimum of 5-7 working days for delivery. We will call you to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Delivery Type GB Mainland (England, Scotland, Wales)

*Bikes over £2000 - Ring for cost

Click & Collect bikes of any value - FREE

Bikes less than £2000 - Ring for cost

Delivery outside of Great Britain - We do not offer delivery outside of Great Britain through this website.

Big Bear Bikes now offer a free Click & Collect service from our Pickering store for all your bike and accessory orders.

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online combined with exceptional retail experience in our store. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you. Best of all the service is completely FREE!


1. Add your items to your basket

Use our website to browse our catalogue of products with stock availability. When you find the item you want, simply add it to your basket like you usually would.

2. Checkout using Click & Collect

Scroll down and choose Click & Collect as your delivery method.

3. Collect your goods

Once your order has been received, we will carefully source and prepare your goods for collection. Once ready, the store will contact you via text and/or email to confirm that the items are ready to collect. When collecting your order, you will need to bring the payment card you used to purchase the item, together with one form of photo ID – either a current driving licence or current passport.


Frequently Asked Questions

When can I collect my order?

We will notify you via email and/or text when your order is ready to collect.

If you order a bike, we will telephone you and arrange a collection appointment.

How will I know when my order is ready?

For non-bike orders we will send you an e-mail and/or text to let you know when your order is ready to collect. If you’ve ordered a bike, we will contact you by telephone once you have placed your order to arrange a collection time.

What do I need to collect my order?

Please bring with you your confirmation e-mail, the payment card you used to make the purchase and a current form of photo ID.

We will hold your order in store for 10 days. If you have any problems with getting to the store to collect your order please feel free to contact us and we will happily extend this time where possible.

How do I cancel/change my order?

If you wish to cancel your order or make any changes, please contact us on 01751 474220. Please note, full refunds will be made via the original transaction made with our online team.

How do I return my order?

Our normal returns policy applies to all Click & Collect orders - for more information see our returns policy. You can also return directly to the store.

GET UP TO 39% OFF THE COST OF YOUR NEW BIKE: HAPPY CYCLE TO WORK DAY

The UK’s Cycle To Work Scheme has been in place for over 20 years now, offering fantastic discounts to tens of thousands of riders.

The Cycle To Work Scheme, is offered through many thousands of employers in the UK and applies to bikes of all types, whether it’s road, MTB or hybrid, and that includes e-bikes too.


About the Cycle To Work Scheme

Introduced in 1999, the scheme aims to encourage employees to commute on their bike for environmental, traffic congestion and health reasons. It also enables companies to demonstrate that they’re looking after the wellbeing of their people.

Obviously, you’re supposed to use the bike for commuting – and we are massive supporters of getting to work this way – but it’s fine to buy a bike that’s built for the trails. Your employer owns the bike until you pay the final ownership fee, which is based on the “fair market value” of it at the end of that period.

As well as your new bike, you can use the scheme to buy accessories, such as helmets and bags, though these have to be ostensibly for your commute. So, no full face masks, for example. If you don’t have a lock, we strongly advise that you get one along with your bike as you’re liable for the Cycle To Work payments, even if it gets stolen while you’re paying it off.


How does the Cycle To Work Scheme work?

This is a salary sacrifice scheme for people aged 18 and over where the monthly payment for your bike is taken out before tax and National Insurance are deducted. Because your contribution is taken before tax, you pay off more per month for less. So, for a bike costing £1,200, £100 is taken from your salary every month but it only costs you £68 because the other £32 would have normally gone to the tax man, right? So, you pay 12 instalments of £68 and a final ownership fee of £300, totalling £1,116. If your salary puts you in the higher tax brackets, you actually save more but you get the gist.


I’m interested. What do I need to do?

Firstly, find out which scheme your employer is enrolled in and therefore where you can buy your bike from. We work with a number of Cycle To Work providers, including cyclescheme.co.uk, cycleplus and Bikes for the NHS.

Then you need to speak to your HR department and request a certificate, bring it to us and we’ll redeem it against the cost of your bike and accessories. The salary sacrifice commences from your next pay packet.

To get a bike on the scheme, your employer needs to sign up to a provider. If they’re unsure about how to do this, send them to us and we’ll help.


PRICE PROMISE

If you can find it cheaper - let us know!

As well as offering a fantastic range of cycling equipment, Big Bear Bikes is equally committed to offering great value.

We want you to shop with confidence, hence our simple price promise. If you are interested in any item from Big Bear Bikes, and it is in stock at a comparable UK cycle retailer at a lower price, we will match that competitor’s price.

Price Match – Terms & Conditions


  • Items must be in stock and available to all customers with a comparative retailer.
  • Only identical items (size, colour, year model, etc.) can be matched.
  • UK comparisons only.
  • We are unable to match pricing from auction sites such as eBay.
  • Comparable service conditions including delivery and fitting will be factored into the competitor’s price.
  • Product from our current range will only be matched. Price matching will not be applied to transactions involving other promotional offers, discounts, financial products (0% finance, etc.) or bike to work.
  • Repair, servicing and events cannot be price matched. Verification of the competitor’s price may be required by the Manager and the Manager’s decision is final.
  • Big Bear Bikes reserve the right to amend, withdraw or extend the offer at any time.
  • Price matching cannot be applied retrospectively.

Frame Size S, UNI, , Alpha Platinum Aluminium, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, downtube guard, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 130 mm travel
Wheel Size Front 27.5
Wheel Size Rear 27.5
Fork Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 140 mm travel
Fork
Gears DERAILLEUR, , 1 Gears
Tyres BONTRAGER,
Pedals UNKNOWN,
Wheels BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle, 27.5" Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle, 27.5"
Shifters SHIMANO, Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed,
Kickstand UNKNOWN,
Front Brake SH, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180 mm,
Rear Brake SH, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 180 mm,
Rear Derailleur ,
Chain SHIMANO, Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Handlebar BONTRAGER, Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 750 mm width
Stem BONTRAGER, Bontrager Elite, 35 mm, 0-degree, 35 mm length
Bartape / Grips BONTRAGER
Seatpost BONTRAGER
Seatpost Clamp UNBRANDED
Saddle BONTRAGER, Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
Front Light UNKNOWN
Rear Light UNKNOWN
Colours ALPINE BLUE/DEEP DARK BLUE, RAGE RED TO DNISTER BLACK FADE
Sizes L, M, ML, S, XL, XS, XXL
Brand Trek
Model Year 2022
Barcodes 601842385043, 601842385050, 601842385067, 601842385074, 601842385081, 601842385098, 601842385104, 601842385111, 601842575819, 601842575826, 601842575833, 601842575840, 601842575857, 601842575864, 601842575871, 601842575888
SKUs / Part Numbers 1044460, 1044461, 1044462, 1044463, 1044464, 1044465, 1044466, 1044467, 5259278, 5259279, 5259280, 5259281, 5259282, 5259283, 5259284, 5259285

Please note: Manufacturers can sometimes change the specification of the products from time to time.

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