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Trek Rumblefish Pro 29er Full Suspension

4.5/5 (2 Reviews)

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MSRP : $4299.99


Product Description

Rumblefish pairs 29er momentum with the mojo of 120mm front and rear DRCV travel. It's a match made in big-wheel heaven, adding up to a do-it-all full suspension 29er trail bike.

  • Fox Factory Series fork w/Kashima
  • Rockshox Reverb dropper post
  • Bontrager Rhythm Elite wheels
  • Shimano XT drivetrain
  • Shimano XT brakes


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Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by James a All Mountain Rider

Date Reviewed: April 7, 2013

Strengths:    -Good component spec
-Well balanced suspension
-Through axle wheels
-Playful bike

Weaknesses:    Set back cockpit
RP-23 shock
Crank bros dropper post

Bottom Line:   
Review of a 2012 Rumblefish Pro: This is my second 29er, and supplements my Salsa Mamasita hard tail. I really wanted a dually 29er and just stumbled on this bike at my LBS. I am 6' 3 and got a 21" frame, the fit is good and I like the wide handle bars. My only fit issue would be the G2 geometry, which seems to be coming back to more normal bike geometry. The set back feels about 1-2 cm more than I am used to. The front end gets light on steep climbs but seems to aid in general handling and makes the bike very playable. Standing on the pedals I feel very centered.
My criticisms for this bike are really not Treks fault. I find the RP-23 to be a good shock with good dampening but switching between the 3 settings I can barely tell the difference. I just keep it in the middle and set the rebound dampening with the dial a little on the fast side.
It climbs well, not much bob and certainly no frame flex.
It descends really well, you can pretty much point and shoot this bike through very gnarly terrain.
I am very pleased with the component spec on the 2012 model, a full XT gruppo with an XTR rear derailure, good quality wheels, awesome meaty tires, lock on grips, wide handle bars etc... My bike came with a crank bros dropper post that was added by the seller, the post lasted about 5 rides and then stopped working correctly. So I put a zero set back Thompson seat post on and frankly don't miss not having a dropper post.
One of the biggest differences between this bike and my Salsa is the wheel and suspension stiffness. The trek has front and rear through axle connections and an awesome Fox front fork. I really feel the extra stiffness and reduced flex through the steering. If anybody gets anything out of this review, get through axle connections on your next bike, it makes a HUGE difference on a 29er.

Bottom line: I really enjoy riding this bike, it is really fun to ride and I would 100% recommend to anyone who is looking for a dually 29er to seriously consider this bike.

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Favorite Trail:   That one over there...

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $3000.00

Purchased At:   LBS

Similar Products Used:   Salsa Mamasita 2er with XT and Reba 100mm fork, Spedialized FSR

Bike Setup:   Stock except thompson seat post
Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Blair a All Mountain Rider

Date Reviewed: February 20, 2013

Strengths:    Moved to 29er to try from trek remedy. I can ride anything the remedy could and my concern of moving to a 29er and loosing the playablity that I liked, I needn't have worried. Climbs anything my legs are capable of and rides so fast down technical narrow single track with confidence. You flon when your mates you. Used the the trek suspension guide on the website and made Abigail difference.

Weaknesses:    Would have been nice with internal cabling for sear post, but I'm being picky. Also always liked full length cabelling for rear derailiuer, made. Massive difference to my previous remedy.

Bottom Line:   
I like the fact that the trek label isn't in your face and no one knows what sort of bike it is unless they take a close look. Love the clutch derailleur , so quiet. Bunny hop, manual , jump, Bike I'm really proud of, wife know's I'm pretty stoked.



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Favorite Trail:   No brains , rotorua

Duration Product Used:   2 months

Similar Products Used:   Giant trance, stumpy

Bike Setup:   Just put carbon bars on, bomtrager rip t suit stem.
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