{"product_id":"trek-fuel-ex-c-gen-6-frameset","title":"Trek Fuel EX C Gen 6 Frameset","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTrek Fuel EX C Gen 6 Frameset\u003c\/strong\u003e is a full-suspension carbon trail frame with \u003cstrong\u003e140mm of rear travel\u003c\/strong\u003e built from \u003cstrong\u003eOCLV Mountain Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e — Trek's mountain-specific carbon layup that prioritizes both light weight and trail toughness. The carbon construction damps vibration and trail chatter that alloy transmits, keeping your hands and body fresher on long technical descents. Progressive trail geometry, a magnesium rocker link, and six adjustable geometry positions make this a highly adaptable platform for serious trail builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the alloy Fuel EX AL Gen 6, the frame is \u003cstrong\u003emullet-ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — run Mino Link in the high position with a 160mm fork for a 27.5\" rear wheel setup. Angle-adjust headset cups (sold separately) allow you to tune the 64.5° head angle a full degree steeper or slacker without affecting bottom bracket height. The frame runs \u003cstrong\u003eBSA 73mm threaded BB, Boost148, and UDH\u003c\/strong\u003e. A Fox Factory Float X shock is included — upgraded from the Performance level shock on the alloy version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrail riders who want the compliance and weight savings of carbon in a versatile full-suspension platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders who spend long days on technical terrain and want the vibration damping that carbon provides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders putting together a high-end trail build who want the frame to last and perform for years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot ideal for: budget-focused builds, riders who are fine with alloy and don't need carbon benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fox Factory Float X 2-position damper (185x55mm) included — Factory-level tuning vs. Performance on the alloy version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry adjustability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six configurations via Mino Link high\/low and angle-adjust headset cups (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMullet setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mino Link high + 160mm fork for 27.5\" rear wheel compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBB standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e BSA 73mm threaded — easy to service, widely compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame — OCLV Mountain Carbon, 140mm Travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trek's trail-specific carbon with unique materials and layup testing standards above what road carbon sees. Internal storage, angle-adjust headset compatibility, Mino Link adjustable geometry, adjustable leverage rate, guided internal routing, magnesium rocker link, ISCG 05, and ABP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork — Not Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fox Factory Float X rear shock included; plan for a 150mm fork in the standard EX configuration, or 160mm for a mullet setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility — BSA 73 \/ Boost148 \/ 55mm Chainline \/ UDH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded BB, Boost148 rear spacing, 55mm chainline, ISCG 05. Downtube guard and shuttle guard included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRouting \u0026amp; Mounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guided internal cable routing, internal frame storage with door, internal dropper post routing. ISCG 05 chain guide tabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e OCLV Mountain Carbon compliance and weight savings, Fox Factory shock included, six-position geometry adjustability, mullet compatible, BSA threaded BB, internal storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium pricing over the alloy Gen 6; angle-adjust headset cups sold separately; carbon requires more care in crashes than alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fox Factory shock upgrade over the alloy version's Performance shock is a meaningful differentiator — the carbon frame and Factory damper together make this a significantly more refined ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio, the Fuel EX C Gen 6 is the trail frame we point to when a rider is ready to invest in carbon and wants a platform they won't outgrow — the OCLV construction, Factory shock, and extensive geometry adjustability make it a strong long-term build foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trek","offers":[{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ XS (27.5\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530892927283,"sku":"5279948","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MULSANNE BLUE \/ XS (27.5\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893189427,"sku":"5279955","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MULSANNE BLUE \/ S (27.5\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893058355,"sku":"5279956","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MULSANNE BLUE \/ S (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530892894515,"sku":"5279957","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MULSANNE BLUE \/ M (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893025587,"sku":"5279958","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MULSANNE BLUE \/ XL (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893222195,"sku":"5279961","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ S (27.5\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893123891,"sku":"5279949","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ S (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530892992819,"sku":"5279950","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ M (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530892960051,"sku":"5279951","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ ML (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893091123,"sku":"5279952","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"DEEP SMOKE \/ XL (29\" WHEEL)","offer_id":53530893156659,"sku":"5279954","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/5d08adf12efd6e70fa18e328f08778ea7c216dbd_50a14c91-bf49-446f-835d-43a85f898e8b.jpg?v=1782153311","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/trek-fuel-ex-c-gen-6-frameset","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}