El Fuego, our no-nonsense, super light, modest travel, cross country racing frameset has been made even better. Due to our customer feedback, we have redesigned El Fuego to incorporate sealed bearings at all pivots, vertically slotted dropouts with replaceable derailleur hanger, and an increase in travel to 3.0 inches. Of course, El Fuego still retains our legendary championship construction, "Electric Sex" welds, and luscious powder coat finish.
Submitted by
JackSlade
a Racer
from Folsom, CA USA Date Reviewed: January 23, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Auburn Canyon
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Strengths:
Laterally stiff, carves turns, Awesome quality, light, takes a pounden' and keeps on a kickin'
Weaknesses:
Pricey (you get what you pay for), could be better on small bumps.
Similar Products Used:
Ventana Marble Peak
Bike Setup:
This bike is 7 years old! This frame was the first production run of the Fuego ("FIRE" in spanish!) Full XTR, V brakes, Chris King hubs w/Mavic ceramic rims. 25lbs
Bottom Line:
Great frame, quality is the tops. If you are looking for a great XC racer, this one would do the job well!
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Submitted by
Rick
a Weekend Warrior
from Gretna, NE Date Reviewed: November 30, 2004
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$3000.00
Purchased At:
Red Barn Bicycles
Strengths:
Super smooth ride and amazing quality. Durability has been great.
Weaknesses:
Can add up to be a pricey bike for some.
Similar Products Used:
Jamis Dakar, Many hardtails
Bike Setup:
XT with Fox Talas
Bottom Line:
This is a great bike for someone who wants something special. It is less common, but a very respected brand. The ride is fantastic and promises to be a favorite of mine for a long, long time.
Chad at Red Barn Bicycles helped me outfit the bike for my typical terrain. His custom touch made a huge difference in the final product. It can be set up to handle anything I want to throw at it.
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