FSA releases 2017 MTB component details

FSA releases 2017 MTB component details

Future-proof cranks, Di2-ready bars, wider wheels for 2017

Options abound with FSA's new cranksets. Covering every bottom bracket standard, and ready for single or double chainrings, FSA's 2017 range looks good for choices and compatibility

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Russell Eich

Published: May 9, 2016 at 1:00 pm
Options abound with FSA's new cranksets. Covering every bottom bracket standard, and ready for single or double chainrings, FSA's 2017 range looks good for choices and compatibility - FSA
On the high-end side, FSA's 495g (estimated) SL-K cranks feature hollow carbon arms with a uni-directional carbon finish and are available in 170mm and 175mm lengths - FSA
Boost and non-Boost compatible, FSA introduces the first fully modular system featuring a built-in adjustable chainline. User-interchangeable spindles, spiders and direct mount chainrings ensure compatibility with all current and future standards - FSA
The base-level Comet cranks are crafted from forged alloy, weigh 850g, come in 170mm and 175mm lengths, and have numerous chainring options - FSA
FSA's K-Force flat bar stretches to a trail-friendly 760mm width. The 700mm width K-Force bar features cut outs and recesses for super clean, internal Di2 cable routing - FSA
With an angle of /- 12 degrees, and lengths ranging from 60 - 130mm, the K-Force, SL-K, and Afterburner stems have multiple fits covered. If you really need to bring your bars down, FSA offers a -20 degree drop stem - FSA
Joining the wider wheel movement, FSA's aluminum Afterburner rims bump up to a healthy 27mm internal width - FSA
Both 27.5 and 29in wheels are offered. They're tubeless ready, and compatible with Shimano or SRAM XD freehubs - FSA
FSA is joining the dropper post game. Their internally routed dropper will be offered in 30.9 and 31.6mm sizes, and aims to be durable, yet easily serviceable - FSA

FSA has just released details of its 2017 products. Here are some of the mountain bike components, including future-proof cranks, wider wheels and a dropper seatpost. Read on for the details.

One crankset for all standards

FSA releases their new mountain crank platforms with what they're claiming to be an industry first: a fully modular system featuring a built-in adjustable chainline for Boost and non-Boost configurations. User-interchangeable spindles, spiders and direct mount chainrings ensure compatibility with all current and future standards. Four different crank levels use this technology; the hollow carbon SL-K, hollow 6061 aluminum Afterburner, forged 6061 aluminum V-Drive, and forged 6061 aluminum Comet.

On the high-end side, fsa's 495g (estimated) sl-k cranks feature hollow carbon arms with a uni-directional carbon finish and are available in 170mm and 175mm lengths: - FSA

FSA's hollow carbon SL-K cranks skim the scale at a mere 495g (estimated).

RaceFace cranksets featuring their Cinch technology also feature huge versatility, including interchangeable spiders, direct-mount chainring ability, and Boost compatibility with 2X chainring set ups.

Here are the specifications for the 2017 FSA cranks:

  • Direct Mount or BCD 96/68 chainring options
  • 1x tooth range- 26T-38T or 2x tooth options - 38/28T, 38/24T, 36/24T, 36/22T
  • Chain line – 1x: 50mm/53mm Boost or 2x: 49mm/52mm Boost
  • BB392EVO bottom bracket options
  • MegaEVO- for 68 or 73mm threaded English
  • BB PF92 - for 89.5 or 92.5mm SMN PressFit BB shells
  • BB30 - for 68 or 73mm BB30 BB shells
  • PF30 - for 68 or 73mm PF30 BB shells
Boost and non-boost compatible, fsa introduces the first fully modular system featuring a built-in adjustable chainline. user-interchangeable spindles, spiders and direct mount chainrings ensure compatibility with all current and future standards: - FSA

Boost or non-Boost, single ring or double, threaded or PressFit bottom bracket, you're covered with FSA's seriously versatile cranks

Pricing:

  • SL-K Modular BB392EVO £389.95 / $449.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • SL-K Modular 1X Direct Mount BB392EVO £399.95 / $449.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • Afterburner Modular MegaExo £149.95 / $199.95 / Australian pricing TBC
  • Afterburner Modular 1X Direct Mount MegaExo £159.95 / $199.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • Comet Modular MegaExo £119.95 / $124.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • Comet Modular 1X Direct Mount MegaExo £129.95 / $124.99 / Australian pricing TBC

K-Force bars add width and Di2 wire-hiding ability

FSA's XC-oriented K-Force carbon flat bars add width for 2017, with lengths ranging up to 760mm. Plus, with Shimano's new XT Di2 electronic drivetrain unveiled, the 700mm bar is ready with cut outs and recesses to integrate cleanly with Di2 wiring. Shimano's own line of Tharsis bars are also Di2 compatible.

FSA's k-force flat bar stetches to an trail-friendly 760mm width. the 700mm width k-force bar features cut outs and recesses for super clean, internal di2 cable routing.: - FSA

From an XC-focused 600mm to a trail-ready 760mm, FSA's K-Force carbon bars run the gamut. The 700mm width now features Shimano Di2 compatibility

Drop your handlebar height

Want to optimize your bike fit, or have a tall head tube on your 29er and simply need to lower your bars? FSA's new stems are the ticket. The K-Force, SL-K, and Afterburner stems are offered with a -/+ 12 degree angle and lengths ranging from 60-130mm. If that's not low enough, FSA offers a negative 20 degree option, in lengths covering 50-120mm.

With a rise of /- 12 degrees, and lengths ranging from 60 - 130mm, the k-force, sl-k, and afterburner stems have multiple fits covered. if you really need to bring your bars down, fsa offers a -20 degree drop stem: with a rise of /- 12 degrees, and lengths ranging from 60 - 130mm, the k-force, sl-k, and afterburner stems have multiple fits covered. if you really need to bring your bars down, fsa offers a -20 degree drop stem - FSA

Go low, or go even lower, with FSA's updated stems. Carbon and alloy versions are available

Pricing:

  • K-Force Light stem £249.95 / $319.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • SL-K MTB stem £79.95 / $89.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • Afterburner MTB stem £64.95 / $69.99 / Australian pricing TBC
  • FSA NON-SERIES 20° drop stem £54.95 / $64.99 / Australian pricing TBC

Wider and lighter mid-level hoops

Keeping pace with the advancements in wider rims are FSA's new Afterburner WideR wheels. The tubeless-ready rims increase in internal width from 26.1 to 27mm, and provide strength with a 25mm depth. The beads are hookless to ease tire installation, lower weight, and add durability. They're available in both 27.5in and 29in sizes.

Joining the wider wheel movement, fsa's aluminum afterburner rims bump up to a healthy 27mm internal width: joining the wider wheel movement, fsa's aluminum afterburner rims bump up to a healthy 27mm internal width - FSA

Wider rims support tire sidewalls for improved traction, less flats, and more confident cornering

Afterburner wheels feature:

  • Hookless bead system for lighter weight, improved durability and easier tire installation.
  • 27.5”/29” Hookless bead rims.
  • Asymmetric, 25mm deep x 27mm wide Alloy clincher rim
  • Tubeless compatible
  • Alloy P. R.A. hubs with DP spokes
  • Front hub with QR/TA-15 axle compatibility; Rear hub with QR/X-12 axle compatibility
  • 6-bolt rotor compatibility
  • 6 Cartridge bearings
  • 2 Cross double butted spokes with Brass nipples
  • Aluminum freehub for Shimano 10-11sp or SRAM XD
  • 1720 grams - 29" ‧1640 grams - 27.5“

Pricing:

Afterburner WideR wheels £549.95 / $649.99 / Australian pricing TBC

Value-oriented dropper post

FSA is also jumping into the seemingly crowded dropper post market. FSA focused on making their upcoming dropper durable and user friendly with a two-bolt head, and a serviceable cartridge. The brass keyways, the little parts that keep sideways saddle movement minimized, are also serviceable. With a price of £229.95, (US and Australian pricing not immediately available), the new FSA dropper is on the lower end.

Eurobike report of FSA's new dropper post

FSA is joining the dropper post game. their internally routed dropper will be offered in 30.9 and 31.6mm sizes, and aims to be durable, yet easily serviceable. : fsa is joining the dropper post game. their internally routed dropper will be offered in 30.9 and 31.6mm sizes, and aims to be durable, yet easily serviceable. - FSA

Durable and inexpensive, FSA's new dropper holds promise in a deep pool of adjustable height seatposts

Pricing:

FSA Adjustable Seatpost £229.95 / US and Australian pricing TBC

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