Farley 5 is our best value fat bike and your ticket to all-season freedom. It rolls over snow, sand, roots, and rocks with the stability and traction of a monster truck on wide, beefy tires. A 1x Shimano drivetrain and lightweight aluminum frame make it a great choice for anyone who wants to ride a mountain bike year-round, no matter the weather.
It's right for you if...
You want to ride year-round, even when it's snowing, and you’re looking for a fat tire bike that gives you extraordinary capability and traction at a great value.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminum frame with horizontal sliding dropouts, a Bontrager Haru carbon fork, a dropper post, a wide-range Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain, SUNringlé Mulefüt wheels paired with a 108T Rapid Drive hub for instant engagement, and extra-grippy, studdable Bontrager Gnarwhal TLR tires.
The final word
Fat bikes are ridiculously fun. They're grippy and stable, but the best part about 'em is that they get you outside in more seasons. If you're looking for a fun alternative to riding the roads or trainer through the winter, you won't find a better value than Farley 5.Why you'll love it
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Farley 5 is the perfect bike for breaking into the winter shredding scene without breaking the bank
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The stability and traction of super wide tires make you a more confident rider on any trail
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It's a four-season freedom machine that lets you ride outside all year long
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Horizontal sliding dropouts lets you fine-tune your geometry—run it long for stability, or shorter for more nimbler handling
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The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly so it's out of the way on descents
Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack mounts, 197x12mm adjustable horizontal sliding dropouts |
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| Fork | Bontrager Haru, tapered alloy steerer, OCLV Carbon lowers, 490mm axle-to-crown, 15x150mm thru axle |
| Max compatible fork travel | 100mm (513mm axle-to-crown) |
| Hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 15x150mm thru axle |
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| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| Hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano 10 freehub, 197x12mm thru axle |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| Rim | SUNRingle Mulefut 80 SL, 32-hole cutout |
| *Tire | Size: S, M, L, XL Bontrager Gnarwhal Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, studdable, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x4.50'' |
| Size: S, M Bontrager Gnarwhal Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, studdable, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5x3.80'' |
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| Max tire size | 27.5x4.50" or 26x4.70" |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100, 10 speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120, long cage |
| *Crank | Size: S Race Face Ride, 28T steel ring, 170mm length |
| Size: M, L, XL Race Face Ride, 28T steel ring, 175mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Race Face, 121mm, PressFit |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100, 11-46, 10 speed |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10 speed |
| Pedal | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Max chainring size | 1x: 32T, 2x: 22/36 |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
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| *Seatpost | Size: S TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length |
| Size: M TranzX JD-YSP18, 120mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 403mm length |
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| Size: L, XL TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 425mm length |
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| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem | Size: S Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
| Size: M Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |
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| Size: L Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length |
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| Size: XL Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length |
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| Headset | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Brake rotor | Avid G2 CleanSweep, 6-bolt, 160mm |
| Weight | M - 14.66 kg / 32.33 lbs (with tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |
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Bike and frame weights are based off pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.
Sizing & Tech
The charts below show our recommended sizes based on height, but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit. That’s why you’ll see some overlap in our recommendations. Not every rider who’s 5´8˝, for example, will fit on the same size bike. The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts at your local retailer.