Norco Fluid FS
79/100
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33.29 lb
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Norco Fluid FS. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
17 reasons to buy
- The Norco Fluid FS is an affordable full suspension mountain bike.
- Test riders were satisfied to discover that the bike is compatible with 27.5" or 29” wheels and tires.
- 120mm of travel in the rear and 130mm of travel up front make this bike ideal for trail riding and down country terrain.
- Wheel and tire sizes are specified based on the size of the rider's bike. Small sizes have 27.5” setups. Larger bikes have 29” setups.
- The bike’s aluminum frame has a sleek, attractive appearance, according to testers.
- Wide 800mm handlebars on the bike provide riders with great stability on a variety of terrain.
- Experts found the X-Fusion Manic dropper post on the bike to be reliable.
- 2.6” wide tires provide riders with flotation and the ability to run lower pressures, for a smoother ride over rough terrain.
- The aluminum tubing is size-specific on the Fluid FS, providing riders with consistent stiffness across all sizes.
- The Norco Fluid FS has a long wheelbase and slack head tube angle. This helps riders to conquer descents smoothly, at speed.
- The bike has short chainstays, providing riders with playfulness through corners and over obstacles on the trail.
- Experts were pleased that, even without a lockout lever, the bike did not bob on climbs.
- The Horst Link four-bar suspension design provides riders with an efficient pedaling platform and traction.
- The bike shifts smoothly with SRAM and Shimano drivetrains on each build.
- Norco’s setup guide gives riders an accurate baseline for setting up the Fluid FS’s suspension to their height and weight.
- The internally routed cables are held in place with grommets, to ensure a quiet ride.
- A full-sized water bottle fits in the frame of the Fluid FS.
3 reasons not to buy
- Testers found that Tektro brakes specced on the Norco Fluid FS 1 lacked effectiveness.
- The bike is heavy, with a weight of almost 34 lbs.
- Tall riders may find the dropper post insufficient, with only 150mm of travel available on size L and XL bikes.
Bottom line
The Norco Fluid FS is a budget-friendly mountain bike with 120mm of travel in the rear and 130mm of travel upfront. Smaller sizes of the bike come with a 27.5” setup, while larger sizes come with a 29” setup. The Fluid FS is stable through technical terrain and descents, thanks to wide handlebars, a low standover height and a slack head tube angle. The bike is heavy yet can still climb efficiently with its four-bar Horst link suspension set-up. The Fluid FS’s lower-end model is specced with Tektro brakes, which experts found lacked adequate stopping power. Test riders best describe the Norco Fluid FS as an entry-level, full-suspension bike that skilled riders will enjoy with a few upgrades.Expert Reviews
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Norco Fluid FS1 2020 Tested
Norco Fluid FS3 Review
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2019 Norco Fluid FS1 | Long-Term Review
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