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2015 Trek

Remedy 8 29

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 140 / 140mm
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetXT, X7
BrakesShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Remedy 8 29

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews

Summary

The Trek Remedy is celebrated for its exceptional balance between climbing efficiency and descending prowess, making it a versatile trail bike. Its Re:Aktiv shock and adjustable geometry contribute to a ride that's both playful and stable, though some reviews note the stock shock tune may be too soft for aggressive riding. The bike's ability to handle a variety of terrains with confidence and fun is frequently highlighted, despite some critiques on wheel and tire choices.

Pros
  • Exceptional climber and descender

  • Very nimble and ridiculously playful

  • Well balanced and versatile

  • Re:Aktiv shock with regressive valve for stable pedaling and bump absorption

  • Adjustable geometry for customized ride feel

Cons
  • Stock shock tune may be too soft for aggressive riding

  • Some wheel and tire combinations limit performance

  • Price is on the higher side for some models

Key Quotes
The carbon Remedy 29 is that guy. It goes up better than many of the bikes that it also goes down better than, and it smiles the whole time.
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It’s hard to say what this bike’s strongest suit is because it really seems exceptionally well balanced–it’s a very nimble, ridiculously playful bike.
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The Remedy 29 9.9 climbs with tenacity and descends with rapacity.
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The Remedy is, however, very solid — something that heavier riders will no doubt appreciate.
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Mountain Bike Action
Throwback Thursday: Trek Remedy 29 vs Trek Remedy 27.5—July 2014

Jul 2019 · John Ker

We set out to discover which cure for the common "singletrack deficiency" disease works best

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MBR
Trek Remedy WSD 8 (2016) first ride - MBR

Oct 2016 · Mountain Bike Rider

The Trek Remedy WSD 8 uses the same geometry as the unisex Remedy — so no messing around with a shape that works to make it suitable for the female rider.

Highs
  • Being converted to the simplicity of a single-ring up front

Lows
  • Breaking my thumb (on a different test bike) and I couldn’t ride the Remedy for over two months

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Bikerumor
Crankworx 2016: A day in the park with the Trek Remedy 9.9

Aug 2016 · Steve Fisher

I must admit I wasn’t super excited to hear there was a Trek Remedy waiting for me to test ride during Crankworx, as the plan was to spend the day in the Whistler Bike Park. If we were hitting the trails I would have been thrilled, but before I actually saw the new bike I …

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Flow Mountain Bike
Long-Term Test Update: Trek Remedy 9.8 27.5

Mar 2016

The Remedy comes in two wheels sizes, we went for the 27.5 one, it sits in between the 120mm travel Fuel EX and 160mm travel Slash. A real all-rounder with a buttery smooth rear suspension and relaxed geometry, it’s the type of bike that strikes a good balance between long and short travel. Perfect for …

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Dirt Mountainbike
Trek Remedy 29 Carbon Frameset

Jan 2016 · Sjones

One of the best 140mm bikes we've ever ridden

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BikeRadar
Trek Remedy 9.9 29 - long-term test review

Dec 2015 · Josh Patterson

Light, fast and incredibly capable. Buy if you are looking for an incredibly capable trail bike and are willing to make some tweaks

Highs
  • An efficient climber and incredible descender in one lightweight package

Lows
  • Stock wheels and tires hold back the bike’s potential

  • Needs a firmer shock tune for aggressive riding

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Trek Remedy 9.8 29 Review

Aug 2015 · Daniel Schlicke

As we see in every round of the EWS, 29ers work for racing. We’ve put the Remedy 29 to the test to find out if it also can convince at our post-work rides.

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Bicycling
Tested: Trek Remedy 9.8 29

Jun 2015 · The Editors of Bicycling

Bigger turns out to be better on this speedy, 140mm-travel trail 29er mountain bike

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Specs
Build
Frame

Alpha Platinum Aluminum, ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, press fit BB, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, ISCG 05 mount, magnesium EVO Link, Mino Link, G2 Geometry, 140mm travel

Headset

FSA NO.57SC, E2, semi-cartridge bearings

Stem

Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree

Handlebar

Bontrager Low Riser, 31.8mm, 5mm rise

Saddle

Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails

Seatpost

Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus

Front Derailleur

SRAM X7, high direct mount

Crank

SRAM S1010, 36/22

Shifters

Shimano SLX, 10 speed

Cassette

Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed

Brakes

Shimano SLX hydraulic disc

TypeShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Bontrager Duster Elite Tubeless Ready w/TLR strips, 142x12 rear, 15mm front

Tires

Bontrager XR4 Expert, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 29x2.30" front, XR3 Expert, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 29x2.30" rear

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