2018 Fuse Sport 6Fattie/29

All too often, trail riders feel locked between a rock and a hard place. On one hand, you need to climb, and on the other, you need to descend. The reality of this situation is that you're typically forced to sacrifice on one end or the other, and needless to say, we didn't like that. This is where our Fuse Sport comes in.

We like to call it the ultimate trail hardtail, and with our 6Fattie Wheel/Tire System, this becomes more than just talk. Its 27.5x3.0" tires put out more traction, more floatation, and better handling without sacrificing anything to efficiency on climbs. This system also allows you the opportunity to toggle between 29-inch wheels (not included) and 6Fattie wheels, allowing the ultimate in configuration options for the trail at hand.

And to solidify itself as a proper trail machine, this iteration of the Fuse places a focus on blending durability with performance. To do so, we spec'd it with strong alloy rims, a bulletproof one-by drivetrain with plenty of hammering and climbing ability, and a SR Suntour fork with 100mm of travel.

• The frame features an A1 Premium Aluminum construction that provides the ideal blend of efficiency and durability. It also allowed us to incorporate our exclusive Diamond Stay that accommodates the 6Fattie wheels/ tires without compromising on our hallmark short chainstays that provide unrivaled handling and climbing prowess. 

• An SR Suntour XCR Air 6Fattie fork features stiff 32mm stanchions and up to 100mm of smooth travel.

• The SRAM one-by drivetrain simplifies shifting duties and saves weight when compared to a traditional two-by setup.