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Six-Month Review: Trek Stache 8

If you’re in the market for a do-it-all mountain bike, the hardtail Trek Stache is less expensive than a comparable full-suspension model and, for the most part, keeps up just fine.

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SIX-MONTH REVIEW: TREK STACHE 8 Race bikes have dominated the hardtail category for years. And the lightest, fastest option was always a bike without rear suspension (although bikes like the new Specialized Epic , which is less than a pound heavier than the comparable hardtail, is blurring that logic), so hardtails have generally tended toward steep head tube angles and 100-millimeter forks.

All that’s changing.

A longer-travel hardtail may sound like an oxymoron, but a growing number of manufacturers have rolled out bicycles with 120-, even 140-milimeter forks, no suspension in back—based on the premise that rear suspension is just overkill.

Even in locales with rougher terrain, a hardtail’s lack of creaking pivots and other moving parts, plus its relatively low cost, may outweigh the performance positives of full-suspension. In some places, the big-bike, jump-oriented crowd has thrown dropper seatposts on these hardtails and torn up five-foot drops, doing stunts on this slacker variety—because under such rigorous riding, full-suspension durability can inhibit performance.

Trek released the Stache in 2013 against that backdrop, and the bike has become something of a cult hit. It’s an aluminum hardtail with a 120-millimeter fork that, thanks to the snappy, green, color-matched parts, became affectionately known as The Hulk Bike (versus the Captain America GT Zaskar 9r Pro LE ). We heard so many people raving about it that we felt compelled to test it. And after more than six months of beating it up, we’re glad we did.

FRAME The Stache comes only in Trek’s hydroformed Alpha Platinum aluminum, which is the highest-caliber grade the company produces. It’s a compact but comfortable cockpit, with a press-fit bottom bracket and, happily, 142-by-12-inch rear axle configuration. The latter not only adds strength out back for rougher riding, but ensures wheel compatibility with other bikes in your stable, as these dimensions are all but standard on bikes these days.

As with most Trek 29ers, the Stache features G2 geometry, which may sound like just a hot-button marketing phrase, but actually really works. Without completely geeking out, G2 geometry means the crown of the fork is set forward 51 millimeters from the head tube of the bike, which makes the fork angle more steeply (without totally messing up the seating position) and puts your hands farther forward than they otherwise would be to enable quick steering and agility. Whereas many 29ers, especially those with a 68-degree head tube, may steer sluggishly, the Stache is snappy and playful.

Overall, it’s a simply designed frame that is responsive to acceleration, although several testers felt that it wasn’t as quick and flickable as they’d expected. Then again, that means the Stache is more balanced than similar bikes in its category, making it a great all-around ride. And, yes, we love the Incredible Hulk styling, with swathes of paint to match the anodized lime hubs and crank, because it also has plenty of smoky gray to cover the rest of the frame, tempering any obnoxious, hipster-like tendencies. It’s cool, but not too cool.

COMPONENTS When we ride Shimano SLX parts—third tier in the line—we sometimes wonder why anyone would spend double and quadruple for the higher-grade stuff. (Answer: weight.) Heft aside, these components work amazingly well. Shifting is whipped cream-smooth, and we’ve experienced neither brake fade nor the need to bleed in nearly nine months of use. As noted, we love the color scheme, so the Race Face crank, while hardly feathery, is a perfect choice. The rest of the bits and pieces are alloy versions of Trek’s Bontrager parts (exactly what you’d expect at this price), and they work just fine.

The one area where the Stache screeches to a proverbial halt is the wheels, house-made Bontrager Duster series hoops. Look, for this kind of money we’re not expecting Enves, but we continue to be disappointed with even the higher-grade models of Bontrager wheels. These low-end ones are hefty and plodding and hold back the bike. We swapped in a pair of mid-grade Easton EC70s for comparison and were amazed by how much livelier the bike felt. Because Trek will never spec an outside brand, insofar as Trek is affiliated with Bontrager, the company needs to sink some money into wheel design. A brand this big shouldn’t have inferior hoops.

Trek has invested a lot in tires recently, and it shows. The 29-3s stocked on the Stache are appropriately wide, at 2.3 inches (although don’t measure that full-width), and the tread pattern manages to find a nice balance between fast-rolling and super-grip. These have become some of our favorite desert tires, but we’ve had a few sidewall tears (not on the Stache, but on the new Fuel EX 29er). Even so, we’d almost prefer to see the awesomely chunkier 29-4 on front, which would add weight to the showroom floor but make an absolute standout front tire, for under an incredible variety of conditions.

With the exception of the ho-hum wheels, this is a smart, solid parts spec—including its custom Fox Evolution Series 32 Fork. We don’t love Fox’s 2013 Climb-Trail-Descend design, which is dumbed down from previous generations, but that’s more a gripe with Fox than with Trek. You can mostly overcome this problem by leaving the bike in trail mode.

BOTTOM LINE For the most part, we were impressed with the Stache—and notably so, since too often a bike with this amount of hype has a tough time living up to expectation. This is a simple, hard-working mountain bike that we’ve loved in nearly every setting, from the smoothie-fast trails of Santa Fe to the utterly thrashing, big-step, red-rock riding in Sedona. And yes, a few of our testers lobbed some pretty big features, and the Stache came out no worse for wear.

The two biggest drawbacks of the Stache are its seatpost and price. Although its frame is plumbed for a stealth dropper, which means Trek realizes it’s ripe for one, it doesn’t come equipped, which is a shame. In spite of the hardtail, it would be much easier for this bike to keep up with a full-suspension model if its seat were down (especially for $2,419, which is considered cheap these days but from our perspective seems sort of pricey for a hardtail). The Diamond Back Mason gives more travel up front plus a dropper for about the same money, and GT’s Captain America, although not in the same category, delivers full suspension for almost 25 percent less. At 25.9 pounds for our size medium, it’s not a light ride, either.

Trek has expanded the Stache line from two bikes to three for 2014 , with an even less expensive model at $1,429. That’s a lot of bike for that price, especially if you’re just getting into the sport and want something you won’t quickly outgrow. But this is also a bike that could easily handle the trail-riding needs of at least 80 percent of mountain bikers. Whether or not 80 percent are willing to ride a hardtail, which demands more skill than full suspension, is another question. But we’re happy to see great bikes like this one at the lower end of the price range, especially when it’s not a budget model but something so deft and fun to ride.

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• Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/E2 tapered head tube, internal cable routing, stealth dropper post routing, press-fit bottom bracket, ISCG 05 mount, Closed Convert dropouts, G2 Geometry
• Wheels Bontrager sealed cartridge bearing 15mm alloy front hub, Bontrager sealed cartidge bearing, alloy axle, alloy freehub, 142x12 rear hub w/ Bontrager Duster Tubeless Ready 28-hole disc rims
• Wheel Size 29"
• Tires Bontrager 29-3, Expert, 29x2.30"
• Crank Race Face , Race Face Turbine, 38/24
• Front Derailleur Shimano SLX, Shimano SLX, direct mount
• Rear Derailleur Shimano XT, Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus
• Shifters Shimano SLX, Shimano SLX, 10 speed
• Brakeset Shimano SLX, Shimano SLX hydraulic disc
• Handlebar Bontrager Race Lite Low Riser, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 9 degree sweep
• Saddle Bontrager Evoke 3, hollow Ti rails
• Seatpost Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6mm, zero offset
• Stem Bontrager Rhythm Pro, 31.8mm, 7 degree
• Headset FSA NO.57E, E2, sealed bearings

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Review: Trek Stache 8 - Rally 29er Hardtail

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It may be a great bike but it has NOT got short chainstays!! At 17.5" they are nowhere near true trail/am 29ers like KOna Honzo, Canfield Yelli Screamy/Nimble 9 etc.  

Great review. Thank goodness it has normal, or slightly short chainstays for balanced handling!  

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Page 2 Sentences 1&2 The Ride The bike has a stiff bottom bracket area and the wheel is tucked underneath the rider with shortish stays of 17.5 inches. While not leading edge short for a hardtail, this translates to an agile and responsive climber.  

Actually, the article very clearly states the stays are 17.5 inches on page 2. Some people just didn't read the article.  

I have an 8 with a stealth reverb lefty remote, RF atlas bar that matches crank, tubeless setup and saint pedals mated to 5-10s....never thought I'd ride a hardtail again but DAMN....what a fun bike. And those new clutch derailleurs are the bees knees! So quiet thru the rough w/ no chainslap... don't get a crappy spec entry level full sus bike til you ride this sled or something similar....too much fun on the downs and climbs with authority!  

I've got an 8 spec'd w/ a stealth reverb, 50mm stem, RF atlas bar, tubeless and some saint pedals mated to some 5-10s...the bike is crazy fun. I've got a stable with a bike for just about every sub genre of mtb and the stache has been getting the most love lately for my local trails in the piedmont region of north carolina. Definitely worth a test ride if you're in the market for high end hardtail or entry level full sus and like to shred hard...  

Trying to decide, purpose-wise, which bike would be better for me...Superfly AL Elite hardtail or Stache 8. I see some of the differences on paper, but both bikes are at a similar price point and look to appeal to a similar audience. Anyone care to offer some clarity?  

If I had a 26er that had that long of chainstays and that much bb drop (yes I know 29ers are just going to have more...) I would say it handled lazily and the front end was hard to get up BUT because it's a 29er it now has magic powers to defy its geo and is suddenly "playful". Like others have said, no thanks... I'll look towards a honzo or nimle nine for this category of bike.  

Dropper on a hardtail, is like putting road tires on a spesh DEMO. Makes no sense.  

Marvin_Gaye

Two words: el mariachi. I generally like FC's reviews, but this isn't one of them.  

I have owned A Lot of bikes and ridden even more. I got a Stache 8 frameset prior to release and wasn't going to put ANY $ into the build because I was a bit "unsure" of the claims With old worn out parts THIS BIKE RIPS! Nimble, fast, and begs to be pushed. Climbing, check, jumping, wait I hate to jump, to bad this bike floats. No one has ever ridden this bike and not come back smiling. And isn't THAT what its all about.  

This bike is super fun and way different than other g2 29erz. I was sceptical at first too but it won me over.  

Bike looks like a nice addition to the AM 29er HT lineup, but sounds like it's missing a little compared to the others (Banshee Paradox, Canfield Yelli, Kona Honzo). Nobody is talking about the Titus Fireline Evo here. Sad they aren't in AZ anymore but I just got a frame for 700 bucks (special edition). On a 120 mm fork h/t is 67.7. I put a 100 mm on and used a zero stack bottom headset cup to steepen the h/t angle. Maybe it's 68.5 now? Either way, it's a ti hardtail with slack h/t and shorter (17.1?) chainstays. For a sick, sick price. Fastest and most fun bike I've ridden. That said, the Stache or other more AM designed 29er HTs are a great place to be these days. Went from three bikes to one. If you're thinking about getting a bike in this class please do. You'll love it.  

Man, lotta people drinkin the hater-aid in the comments talkin bout geo and chainstay length. Im guessing most of these armchair commenters haven't even test rode the bike. Full disclosure, I work at a trek dealer and I own a stache 8. The bike is one you should put on list for a test ride if you're in the market for a quality hardtail. The bike has all the latest tech such as thru axles, tapered headtube, routing for a dropper, tubeless ready wheelset, shadow plus der. Etc...its good value for the $. I've got many bikes in the stable...a sc tallboy, intense ss, sc heckler, spech demo....and i'm going to this bike a lot. All this talk about xcal similarities is rubbish...the bikes are completely different rides designed for different uses. They feel completely differnt out on the trail. Sure there are great options out there like the honzo, canfield etc but let a bunch of spec numbers make the call for you. Test ride the bikes and get an informed opinion.  

Daniel_Owen

this reply is coming from someone that has been totally anti-29er's.... this is because I have ridden a few,,, HT and FS and never really had the thrash feel that I like...... however, after riding one that was lent to me I totally fell in love with it, the accelaration is immense, then it goes like a train,,,,, My local haunt is Harleston Firs, Northants and Woburn in Bucks, they have some really really tight tecky single track, but it turns through the trees and eats the trail up with such a speed that my 26" wheel friends now having to try seriously hard to keep with me. Great frame, breaks, float forks,,, and even the finishing kit is good... 26.4lbs too.... Bought mine from Ian at Leisura Lakes Daventry...... Ian, if you read this mate, get out from infront of me mate, your slowing me down ;-)  

Since picking up my new Stache 8 last weekend, I've put 24 miles of single track on it. Coming from a 26er, I didn't entirely know what to expect. The build quality and components are very good, and the bike looks awesome - but that never provides the whole story to a prospective buyer. So, as promised, I'm providing you some notes from my first couple of rides. Feel free to share. Setting off, I quickly noticed the difference in wheel/tire size, finding myself steering the bike more than I would my Cannondale. Some of this I attribute to the wider handlebars but there is a purposeful style in the bike's geometry. What it may lack in 'twitchy' (a trait I came to love on my 26er), the Stache makes up for by stabilizing the trail. Meaning, you can keep more momentum going in, through and over things. It's fast and deceivingly maneuverable. In fact, by the second ride, I was making checkpoints in shorter time than I have on my 26er. The Fox fork does a fantastic job to further smooth things out; I used all three settings but kept it on 'trail' for 90% of the rides. The clutch on the rear derailleur is brilliant, taking chain slap out of the rider's experience. The Stach 8 is confidence-inspiring on the downhills, which brings me to introduce my new best friends, the SLX brakes. As a 6'1", 200 lb proponent of going fast, I'm grateful for good brakes and found myself literally riding with an index finger on each lever. I didn't demo a Stache 7 but I'd imagine the ride is very similar. I choose the Stache 8 because of the upgraded brakes and fork. Those items may not be worth the additional funds to everyone but they are to me. We're still getting to know one-another but I'm pretty sure I'm going to love this bike. In my opinion, it's perfect for the single-track fan who continues to embrace a hard-tail MTB.  

Hi, how is this bike on casual roads. Since I will be riding a lot around my subarbun neighborhood and small parks? Does it hold up well, too tiring?  

Rides great on road,kind of feels big on the road compared to off road. Loads of fun,gets me over my head a little but then I'm a little hold backish(can't work if I crash,factory worker)  

This is a nice bike however I'd be more inclined to go Transition TransAm 29er. It has everything mentioned in the review in spades. At the mid $2k mark you got slack, steel, 120mm Fox, reverb, and the DOG! Plus very few components are house branded POS. Just a thought....  

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Whenever riding the Stache, we think of it like a Porsche with monster truck tires. The super short chainstay length, made possible by the elevated chainstay, makes this bike handle quick and easy to whip around while the massive 29 x 3.0" tires make it easily roll over anything. The massive wheels also help this bike climb like a mountain goat and the 130mm front and rear full suspension makes any level of downhill pure joy.

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Bike Review – Trek Full Stache 8

Plus-sized bikes have rapidly grown in popularity; however, the focus has mostly been on 27.5-inch wheel sizes—that is, until now. Trek recently introduced an all-new 130mm-travel plus-sized bike to its lineup, and this one is proud to be an outlier. The Full Stache stands tall on monstrous 29×3-inch tires and offers many of Trek’s proven technologies. Trek didn’t simply slap a pair of monster truck-sized wheels and tires on a previously designed bike and call it a day. The Full Stache was carefully engineered to make the most of its big wheels, and that extra attention to detail shows out on the trail. We got our hands on the brand-new Trek Full Stache a few weeks prior to its release date and have been hammering out the miles on this Clydesdale trail bike since. Here’s what it’s like to ride Trek’s unapologetic Full Stache.

WHO IS IT MADE FOR?

The most obvious customers for the Full Stache would be previous Stache owners looking to upgrade their hardtails to the new full-suspension version. That said, this brand-new machine may convert some riders who never planned to own a 29er plus bike at all. The combination of short chainstays, advanced suspension technology, well-designed geometry and, of course, humongous tires sets this bike apart from the rest.

WHAT IS IT MADE FROM?

The Full Stache was constructed from Trek’s Alpha Platinum aluminum and features many of the technologies we’ve come to expect from Trek. These technologies include Active Braking Pivot, Mino Link adjustable geometry, Control Freak internal cable routing and a Straight Shot downtube with Knock Block frame protection. Trek wanted to make the Full Stache as fun as possible, so the frame was designed around 420mm chainstays, which were made possible by elevating the chainstay on the drive side for additional clearance. Trek was unable to squeeze the large 29er plus wheels into a size-small frame, so riders are limited to medium through extra-large sizes. Trek knows the Full Stache will likely be popular with adventure riders, so Trek teamed up with Bedrock Bags to help them outfit the new ride.

WHICH COMPONENTS STAND OUT?

Trek offers the Full Stache in just one model; however, that one model comes ready to rip with a solid build kit. Starting up front, Trek gave the Full Stache a RockShox Pike RL fork with 130mm of travel. The bike rolls on Sun Ringlé Duroc 40 wheels wrapped in Bontrager XR4 Team Issue tires. Power is delivered to the wheels through a SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, and a 30-tooth chainring was paired with the large cassette to give the Full Stache a low-enough range to spin its big tires. A 32-tooth chainring is the largest a rider can fit on the Full Stache. Trek then custom-tuned a Fox Float shock with its exclusive RE:aktiv damper to optimize the performance of the large 29 plus wheels. A full line of Bontrager parts completes the build from the cockpit to the dropper post.

HOW DOES IT PERFORM?

Setting up: Large air-volume tires require much lower pressures, and the Full Stache’s big 29er plus tires are no different. We found pressures between 16–18 psi balanced traction and control well. Higher pressures caused the bike to bounce, while lower pressures slowed handling. Our suspension was set at 25-percent sag in the front and 30-percent sag in the rear. Our test riders then noted that a slightly slower rebound speed complemented the feel of the large air-volume tires.

Moving out: The massive 29-inch plus tires are immediately noticeable as soon as you toss a leg over this machine; however, the Full Stache fits and feels much like Trek’s more traditional trail bikes. The short stem, long front center and 150mm-travel dropper post inspire confidence before you even hit the trail. On the other hand, Trek’s Knock Block technology limited the Full Stache’s ability to handle extreme switchbacks.

Climbing: Looking down at those ginormous tires is enough to make any rider feel tired. Once you hit the trails, however, the Full Stache quickly surprises you. The almost unbelievable amount of traction this bike provides encourages riders to pedal up the steepest trails they can find. Trek’s well-engineered suspension further enhances climbing performance.

Cornering: The Full Stache has unmatched levels of traction that inspires riders to push as hard as they can into every twist and turn. Our test riders confidently found themselves drifting this bike faster and further than they could any other machine. The snappy geometry gives the Full Stache an agile feel, while the large contact patch of the 29er plus tires provides a glued-to-theground feeling. The Full Stache blurs the lines between a snappy trail bike and a ground-hugging fat bike.

Descending: The best way to describe this bike’s descending prowess would be to compare it to a bulldozer. Its large tires carry insane amounts of momentum, and the tall attack angle of the tires allows them to turn the gnarliest rock gardens into a walk down a pebble beach. Slowing the bike can be a bit troublesome, but tapping the brakes is rarely needed, as the Full Stache is never afraid to go full speed.

TRICKS, UPGRADES OR TIPS?

We imagine the first concern many riders will have is the availability of 29er plus tires. Well, besides the stock Bontrager tires, there are quite a few companies who offer 29×3-inch tires, including Surly, Maxxis, WTB and Vittoria. As far as upgrades go, the Full Stache is well-equipped right out of the box; however, a strong downhill-specific brake set could help provide riders with additional confidence when the large tires begin to really pick up speed. We also recommend Full Stache owners invest in a quality tire pressure gauge to ensure they’re within the 16- to 18-psi range. This will greatly increase performance.

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The Full Stache is a unique bike that isn’t likely to replace your main steed, but it could be a stellar second bike with the ability to spice up your local trails. The bike features advanced technologies that set it apart from any other 29er plus bike we’ve ridden. The Full Stache is likely the best full-suspension 29er plus bike on the market today. That said, 29er plus bikes are a niche market that not many riders will be interested in. But, if you’re the least bit curious about trying something new, the Full Stache is an excellent place to start.

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Limitless traction. Easy to ride on hard trails. Bloody good fun.

Big wheel woes. Very terrain specific.

What crazy contraption is this?

Trek has taken their 29″+ bike – The Stache – and adapted it to a full suspension trail eating monster. We had a jolly good time riding the Kermit green Stache hardtail last year, its 3″ tyres and agile handling promoted very unorthodox riding, it’s a blast. Check that out here – Trek Stache hardtail review.

It won’t take a rocket scientist to assume that 3″ tyres provide gobs of traction, however, with the addition of 130mm of rear suspension could this bike be an un-crashable, go-anywhere bike that you’re after to make light work of challenging terrain?

Plus bikes, are they back, or did they never go anywhere?

We’ve seen plus bikes come on strong and somewhat fade away, the high volume 3″ tyred traction hounds barged their way onto the mountain bike scene a couple of years ago to a very mixed response. We ranked some of them well, while others were a little too loafy and slow, we found they suited some trails well but lacked overall performance. We settled on the very general statement that plus bikes are great on sub-2K hardtails for entry-level riders on technical terrain, or on short-travel duallies for riders that require bulk traction for their conditions.

Since then, the rise of 2.6″ tyres have nearly made the classic 3″ tyred plus bike somewhat redundant, take the Canyon Spectral ,  Pivot Mach 5.5 or Merida One-Forty for example. The 2.6″ tyres on 30-35mm rims had many traction benefits of plus tyres, but still retained the predictability and support of a 2.4-2.5″ tyre.

Bontrager has stepped up and produced a proper tyre for hard riding, too. The 3″ Chupacabra on the earlier model Stache hardtail was quite vague with its very rounded profile. The Full Stache, however, comes with a 3″ version of their immensely popular XR4 tyre which we’ve had great experiences with on their Trek Remedy and Fuel EX. They have proper bite, not just a large contact patch.

Who’s keen enough to make a 29″ plus bike?

Trek isn’t afraid to give things a go, take a look at their entire range and compare them to other brands with such a representation in the market. In comparison to the other big guns; Giant, Scott and Specialized they produce come pretty quirky bikes for niche areas of cycling. We can imagine the engineering department dreaming up ways to make 29×3″ wheels work in conjunction with dual suspension.

Quite a wild looking frame you have there!

To fit everything in, Trek has had to get very creative with the frame design. While the Full-Stache is based on the Fuel EX platform, it looks so different.

The chainstay measurement is 427mm, quite considerably shorter than the Norco Sight 29er, Trek Fuel EX and Santa Cruz High Tower.

The head tube is tiny, reaching a comfortable height for the handlebars was easy despite the tall wheels. It will no doubt receive a few odd looks but consider what they’ve achieved; we forgive it for appearing a little unconventional.

Let’s ride!

The Full Stache looks big, but spinning around the block we were surprised to find the steering quite light and the wheels didn’t feel too far away from the centre of the bike like we feared. The frame’s geometry puts you nice and low in the bike and standover height is very generous; it’s odd seeing the tyres so close to you! Give the bike a bounce and with 18 psi in the big balloons it feels like you have swapped out running shoes for enormous basketball shoes. Charging at the gutters the bike doesn’t flinch, wind it up to speed and grab a handful of brake and the tyres let out a roar, sounding like someone is attempting to ice skate down their driveway in summer.

Our first trip to the trails was a fun one, we were pretty open-minded about it, and because of that we weren’t too critical of its appearance, we just wanted to see what it was capable of. The Full Stache is easy to ride, it seems undeterred by loose surfaces and remains quite relaxed down narrow or rocky steep chutes.

Coming to a dead stop at the bottom of a steep singletrack climb we kicked over the pedals and up it went, the rear wheel clawing away at the loose surface but never losing traction. Climbing steep gradients, the low front end resisted lifting, and the low 30T chainring and huge 12-speed spread of gears ensured you wouldn’t run out of puff. It does climb some pretty crazy stuff! It’s fun to tackle lines we typically avoided.

At higher speeds, the big wheels wind up and pull you along for the ride, high-speed corners are a blast with the XR4 tyres biting in the dirt and the low pressures conforming to the ground. The rear end does, however, exhibit a certain vagueness when you hit turns hard and fast; the tall wheel, big air volume and unconventional rear stays contribute to a rear end that is not as laterally stiff as a regular 29er. Though as one of our testers put it; it’s not a race bike.

Back-to-back with a regular 29er.

For a clear comparison test, we took the Full Stache out riding alongside the Norco Sight 29er . We know the Norco well, like the back of our gloves, so we swapped back and forth over a day to ascertain what bike did what, and what type of trail conditions suited either bike best.

The Sight does have slightly more travel front and back and it is lighter than the Full Stache, with its carbon wheels, frame and high-end spec, but we paid particular attention to the tyres and how the bike handles as a result. No clocks were used in this experiment, that’d be silly.

It was no surprise that the Sight’s smaller tyres and lower weight felt more lively on the trail. In comparison, the Full Stache felt like it had twice the momentum behind it and we mowed over stuff with brute force rather than picking lines or making quick decisions. The 2.35″ Schwalbe Nobby Nic’s at around 22-25 psi would slip on the loosest climbs that the Full Stache could manage, requiring more effort to get to the top.

The Sight would make direction changes easier and faster while the Full Stache seemed less picky. The Full Stache could tackle things the Sight couldn’t and felt a lot more comfortable, requiring less energy to cruise through singletrack with a relaxed grip on the bars.

Who’d go Full Stache?

While the Fuel EX would suit 90% of trail riders, there are 10% of riders that might want to get a little crazy on the trails. Perhaps you struggle to remain upright and rubber side down, or battle with tricky surfaces? If so you might relish in the Full Stache’s sure-footedness and confidence inspiring unlimited traction.

It’s probably overkill for the most part, but what it is capable of doing and not it’s all-rounder abilities are its strength. Don’t take it too seriously, it’s called a Full Stache, remember.

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In Q1 2024, the US saw the largest quarter of solar manufacturing growth in its history, bringing its total installed capacity to 200 GW.

A record-setting 11.8 gigawatts (GW) of new solar panel manufacturing capacity came online in the US during Q1 2024, making up 75% of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the US grid in that period.

According to the  U S Solar Market Insight Q2 2024 report  released today by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie, total US solar panel manufacturing capacity increased to 26.6 GW in Q1 2024 compared to 15.6 GW in Q4 2023. Once this capacity fully ramps up, it will be enough to supply about 70% of US demand.

The report also contains new data showing that the US added over 40 GW of new solar capacity in 2023 – more than initially reported . Wood Mackenzie now projects that the US solar industry will install another 40 GW in 2024.

“This quarter proves that new federal investments in clean energy are revitalizing American manufacturing and strengthening our nation’s energy economy,” said SEIA president and CEO Abigail Ross Hopper. “Whether it’s a billion-dollar investment in a nearby solar project or a new manufacturing plant employing hundreds of local workers, the solar and storage industry is uplifting communities in every state across this country.”

Utility-scale solar saw record solar deployment figures as the segment added nearly 10 GW of new capacity in Q1. Florida (2.7 GW) and Texas (2.6 GW) saw strong utility-scale growth and led all states for new solar capacity in Q1. Other states like New Mexico and Ohio also had strong quarters, installing 686 and 546 megawatts (MW), respectively.

“The US solar industry continues to show strength in terms of deployments,” said Michelle Davis, head of global solar at Wood Mackenzie and lead author of the report. “At the same time, the solar industry faces a number of challenges to its continued growth, including availability of labor, high voltage equipment constraints, and continued trade policy uncertainty.”

The US residential solar segment is feeling the full weight of bad policy decisions in California and experienced its worst quarter in two years. The commercial and community solar markets remained steady year-over-year.

Total US solar capacity is expected to more than double over the next five years, growing to 438 GW by 2029.

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