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Shop all Norco Shop sale NorcoShock? What shock? The only shock you need is the shock and awe experienced by your squishy bike'd trail partners when you leave them in a cloud of dust kicked up by this aluminum monster. The Norco Fluid HT 1 Complete Mountain Bike is bringing the hardtail back, with modern trail geometry and a pedaling power unreachable by any full suspension bike. It hammers uphill with Spiderman-like grip and inhuman speed and agility, providing a stable and nimble platform to play with on the way down. Shocked?
Lightweight Aluminum Frame – The premium X6 double-butted aluminum 6061 alloy frame features size-scaled tubing to maintain the same ride quality across all frame sizes. Thoughtful design details such as internal cable routing and smooth welding allow for clean lines and a quiet, rattle-free ride.
Progressive Design – The Fluid HT uses Norco's holistic approach to fit and geometry to achieve its playful, capable singletrack performance. The unique combination of longer reach, slacker head tube angle and steep seat tube angle provides a more forward weight distribution within a longer wheelbase. This allows for more powerful pedaling, increased climbing traction and added grip and control when descending so you can confidently navigate the trail.
X-Fusion RC32 Air – X-Fusion’s RC32 series family is a 32mm stanchion, 27.5 specific, XC and trail fork. It has up to 120mm’s of travel, remote compatible or lever-actuated lockout, In addition to the performance features, the RC32 is offered with either 1 1/8” or tapered steer tube configurations.
Fork Adjustments – Low Speed Compression and Near Lockout Firmness, Rebound, Air Pressure
Shimano Deore – A capable, efficient, and confidence-inspiring drivetrain. Wide enough gear ratio and good gear step optimized for everything from steep climbs to fast decents. Smooth shifting of front and rear in rhythm in order to maintain speed and acceleration in change of terrain. Less loss of pedaling power by rigid structure with easy and effortless shifting operation. Improved stability and chain retention of drivetrain in rough terrain.
Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic Disc Brakes – An open system, dual piston disc brake system. 160mm rotor in the rear, 180mm in the front.
Maxxis Ardent Tires – An aggressive tread in high-volume casing, designed with great traction in mind. The Ardent doesn't forget the racer with large block-style side knobs offering numerous edges for high-speed cornering. The center tread, while ideal for braking and accelerating traction, also features ramped knobs to minimize rolling resistance. With a wide variety of size offerings, the Ardent captures every mountain rider's needs.
TranzX YSP18 Dropper Post
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Size | XS-27.5" | S-27.5" | M-27.5" | M-29" | L-29" | XL-29" |
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Reach (mm) | 380 | 410 | 440 | 440 | 470 | 500 |
Stack (mm) | 585 | 594 | 603 | 619 | 628 | 637 |
Effective Top Tube (mm) | 542 | 575 | 607 | 612 | 644 | 677 |
Seat Tube (mm) | 370 | 390 | 420 | 420 | 450 | 490 |
Head Tube Angle (°) | 66.0 | 66.0 | 66.0 | 66.5 | 66.5 | 66.5 |
Seat Tube Angle (°) | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 |
Chainstay Length (mm) | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 |
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 58 | 58 | 58 |
Head Tube Length (mm) | 100 | 110 | 120 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1097 | 1131 | 1165 | 1166 | 1200 | 1234 |
Standover Height (mm) | 598 | 617 | 647 | 661 | 677 | 701 |