2016 Trek
X-Caliber 9
A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, X7 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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Nov 2017
Trek's budget-friendly hardtails have evolved on two distinct paths, an affordable XC steed and a fun trail machine. Born out of the same frame, find out how these two bikes compare. - Mtbr.com
Apr 2017
If you're looking for a rapid handling cross-country hardtail then the X-Caliber delivers in spades, but it's a bit of a handful when the trail turns downhill thanks to steep geometry and a dated cockpit. Buyer's guide to mountain bikes - get the best MTB for you The best mountain bikes for under £1,000 - the best budget buys ridden and rated Trek launch updated 2020 X-Caliber aluminium hardtail cross-country bike The X-Caliber range is Trek's entry to their proper cross-country hardtail offerings, designed to tackle proper off-road riding rather than being a multi-sport machine.
Jul 2016 · Alan Muldoon
The Trek looks amazing and has a decent spec, it’s just a shame the frame isn’t more trail-focused
Quality frame and spec
Fork is under sprung for frame size
Dec 2014 · David Rome
With ride handling that defies its price point, the X-Caliber remains a top pick for anyone seeking a proper starter mountain bike
| Frame | Alpha Gold Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, mechanically formed & butted tubing, race geometry, internal front derailleur routing, G2 Geometry on 29ers |
|---|---|
| Headset | 1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 1.5 |
| Seatpost | Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Wellgo nylon platform |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, Shadow |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X7 |
| Crank | Race Face Ride, 36/22 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore, 10 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano M395 hydraulic disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Formula alloy front hub, Bontrager sealed cartridge bearing rear hub, Bontrager Mustang Elite Tubeless Ready rims |
|---|---|
| Tires | Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20" front, 29x2.00" rear (Bontrager XR2, 27.5x2.20") |
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