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Procaliber 9.9 SL
A 27.5″ / 29″ carbon frame crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XTR |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Trek Procaliber is a lightweight, efficient cross-country bike that blends the agility of a hardtail with the comfort of IsoSpeed technology, making it a strong contender for racers and enthusiasts alike. Its precise handling and rapid acceleration are frequently praised, though some reviewers note limitations in suspension performance and tyre choice. The bike's innovative frame design and competitive weight are standout features, but it may not suit riders looking for full suspension capabilities.
Lightweight and efficient for climbing and acceleration
IsoSpeed technology enhances comfort on rough terrain
Precise handling and agile performance
Limited suspension performance compared to full-suspension bikes
Tyre choice may not suit all terrains
Some components may require upgrades for optimal performance
It may look like a hardtail, but Trek’s IsoSpeed tech adds a welcome bit of comfort.
BikeRadarThe Procaliber with its fancy IsoSpeed is a clever approach to providing comfort in the otherwise harsh world of racing hardtails.
Flow Mountain BikeIt’ll also blur the lines between choosing a dually or hardtail, because when it comes down to it, if the terrain suits a hardtail nothing beats a carbon 29er when you’re really hammering on the pedals.
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Dec 2017 · Robin Schmitt
How does a pro-level mountain bike from the XC World Cup compete against a gravel bike? We tested the Trek Procaliber 9.9 SL Race Shop Limited to find out.
Oct 2016 · Wil Barrett
What did Olly think of the Trek Procaliber in the Flat Out Race Bike Group Test? Read his review in full here!
Jul 2016
What is it? The Procaliber 9.8 SL comes from a three-tiered lineup of carbon hardtails, Trek’s premium cross country race bike. Used by the Trek Factory team including Aussie champs Bec Henderson and Dan McConnell this frame has been widely accepted in the racing community. The Procaliber uses Trek’s Smart Wheel Size arrangement, meaning the …
IsoSpeed is successful in taking the sting out of the trail when seated.
Stunning frame construction.
Lightweight parts.
Not to be confused as a suspension bike, it's still a hardtail.
Mar 2016 · Guy Kesteven
Impact-smoothing super-light racer, but needs fatter tyres and pedalling bounce can be irritating. Buy if you like your greyhound hardtail with a side order of comfort, and are prepared to make a kit tweak or two
Svelte, contemporary frame, isospeed pivot smooth buzz, rapid ride
Smoothing tech can be a double-edged sword, needs fatter treads to get the most from it
Jan 2016 · McCoy
The Procaliber will give you all the efficiency and fun that you need
Jul 2015 · Trev Worsey
XC race bikes are traditionally an acquired taste, steep, uncompromising and brutally efficient. Any thoughts of comfort and fun are secondary to milking out every watt of energy from a rider who resembles nothing more than a huge set of lungs and set of shaved muscular legs. So imagine our surprise when we took to […]
Jul 2015 · Matt Phillips
Three new mountain bikes get a Boost
Jul 2015 · Jeroen Tiggelman
Turning its focus on its cross-country racing bikes, Trek made some significant changes to its XC line. Most notable is the introduction of the Isospeed coupler in to the Procaliber hardtail line. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoSpeed, E2 tapered head tube, MicroTruss, Control Freak internal routing, balanced post mount brake, PF92, Boost148 & G2 Geometry on 29ers BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | BB86/BB92, press-fit |
| Headset | FSA IS-2 carbon, E2, sealed alloy cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Race X Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager XXX, OCLV Carbon, 31.8, zero rise |
| Saddle | Bontrager Montrose Pro, carbon rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager XXX, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 5mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Crank | Race Face Next SL, 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR, 11-40, 11 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR Race hydraulic disc Type: Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss XMC1200 Carbon, tubeless strips & valves, 15mm front, 12mm rear, Predictive Steering 110, (Boost148 on 29ers) |
|---|---|
| Tires | Bontrager XR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, 120tpi, aramid bead, 29x2.00" (Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, 120tpi, aramid bead, 27.5x2.20") |
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