2016 Trek Stache 29+ vs 2018 Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29
The Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 size closest to your ML is the L. Compare the L instead
What changes on the Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29
Compared with the Trek Stache 29+ in ML, the Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 in XL places the top of the head tube 35 mm higher and 12 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 69 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +35 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +12 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +69 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Trek Stache 29+, MLSpecialized Fuse 6Fattie/29, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Stache 29+ ML | Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 443 | 455mm | +12 mm |
| Stack | 615 | 650mm | +35 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.3° | 68.5° | −1.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 601 | 654mm | +53 mm |
| Chainstay length | 420 | 435mm | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1103 | 1172mm | +69 mm |
| BB drop | 75 | 51mm | −24 mm |
| BB height | 313 | 317mm | +4 mm |
| Standover | 803 | 841mm | +38 mm |
| Seat tube length | 445 | 510mm | +65 mm |
| Head tube length | 100 | 130mm | +30 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 520mm |
Differences are the Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 minus the Trek Stache 29+. Full charts: 2016 Trek Stache 29+, 2018 Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29.
Where each sits in its class
Trek Stache 29+Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29
Each bike is ranked against the other trail bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Trek Stache 29+5 29+ | Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/296Fattie/29 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Platinum | not listed |
| Fork | Bontrager Bowie | SR Suntour XCM32 |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | SRAM X5 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect | Specialized Stout |
| Tire | Bontrager Chupacabra | Specialized Ground Control |
| Hub | Trek centerlock | Specialized Stout 110, Specialized Stout 141 |
| Rim | Sun Ringlé Mulefüt | Specialized Stout 38 27.5 |
| Brake | Shimano Acera M395 | Tektro Auriga |
| Headset | FSA IS2 | not listed |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 1.5 | Specialized Henge Comp |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Stout |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Sip Grip |
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