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Remedy 9.8 27.5
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 140mm |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'0" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Trek Remedy is celebrated as a versatile and capable trail bike, blending the agility of a trail bike with the robustness of an all-mountain machine. Its suspension system, particularly the RE:aktiv damper, is praised for its efficiency and ability to absorb bumps, making it a standout feature. The bike's geometry and handling inspire confidence, offering a playful yet stable ride across various terrains.
Versatile and capable trail bike
Efficient and effective suspension system
Confidence-inspiring geometry and handling
Playful yet stable ride quality
Durable and high-quality components
Knock Block steering limiter may not appeal to all
Dropper post travel could be longer for some riders
Some drivetrain preferences may vary
this bike is as close to any I’ve ridden to being ‘the one.’
BIKE MagazineThe Remedy mixes the clout of a thoroughbred all-mountain machine with the dynamism of a trail bike, instilling a curiosity for new trails and bold lines, and for funky ways to ride the old ones.
BIKE MagazineIt’s a cracking, capable and versatile ride.
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Jul 2019 · John Ker
We set out to discover which cure for the common "singletrack deficiency" disease works best
May 2017
Trek went deep for 2017 and launched all new models of their Fuel EX, Remedy, and Slash platforms. At their launch event last year in Squamish we were introduced to and rode the first two, but only got a sneak peek of the Slash as its announcement followed about a month later. Go here for a full run down on spec, geo, pricing, and my early ride impressions of the Fuel EX and Remedy, and you can read Perry's Slash review here. The reason I'm starting this Remedy review with all of that info is because Trek didn't just release new versions of those bikes, they also changed the way the lineup looked:
Oct 2016 · Jon Woodhouse
The revamped top-end Remedy is powerful medicine for anyone looking to get their hands on a hard hitting all-round trail bike. Buy if you’ve got deep pockets and want a killer all-round trail bike
Totally unruffable all-rounder with confidence inspiring but playful handling
It’s a great big stack of money
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 …
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 …
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.
Jun 2015 · The Editors of Bicycling
Bigger turns out to be better on this speedy, 140mm-travel trail 29er mountain bike
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & seatstay, alloy chainstay, ABP, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, Carbon Armor, BB95, ISCG 05, 140mm travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | FSA IS-2 carbon, E2, sealed alloy cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Pro, 31.8mm, 0 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Rhythm Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.8mm, 15mm rise |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 3, hollow titanium rails |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, high direct mount |
| Crank | Shimano Deore XT, 36/26 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore XT, 11-40, 11 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss E1900, tubeless strips & valves, 15mm front, 142x12 rear |
|---|---|
| Tires | Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 27.5x2.35" front, XR3 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 27.5x2.35" rear |
First added June 29
Last updated June 29
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