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2017 Trek

Émonda 650

A 27.5″ aluminum frame general youth bike with mid-range components and rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$1,099
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 9
GroupsetSora
BrakesRim
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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)

29 mph

Émonda 650

18 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Trek Émonda is celebrated as a lightweight, high-performance race bike, excelling in climbing and offering sharp handling. Its carbon and aluminum models provide a range of options, from the ultra-light SLR to the value-packed ALR, all designed with Trek's proprietary technologies for stiffness and comfort. The bike's H2 fit geometry strikes a balance between aggressive racing and endurance comfort, making it versatile for various riders.

Pros
  • Lightweight design for enhanced climbing performance

  • Sharp and responsive handling

  • Versatile H2 fit geometry for comfort and efficiency

  • High-quality carbon and aluminum frame options

  • Proprietary technologies like OCLV carbon and Invisible Weld

Cons
  • Ride can be stiff and uncomfortable on rough surfaces

  • Some models lack aerodynamic features

  • Limited aggressive posture options in H2 fit

Key Quotes
The new Émonda is poised to be an instant classic.
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The Émonda seems to make good on that promise of simple, brutal speed…
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The Trek Émonda ALR is evidence the full weight of the American bicycle manufacturer is behind making alloy as lust-worthy and fun to ride as possible.
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Canadian Cycling Magazine
First look: Trek Émonda ALR a lightweight racey alternative to carbon

Dec 2018 · Philippe Tremblay

A stunning sparkling purple paint job on an alloy frame with s Shimano Ultegra disc brake build and Bontrager carbon hoops

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Bicycling
The Trek Émonda ALR Is a Sleek, Affordable Race Rocket

Aug 2018 · Trevor Raab

A smooth and stylee aluminum road bike that hauls ass at a great price

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Trek Émonda ALR 6 2018 Review

Aug 2018 · Benjamin Topf

The Trek Émonda ALR 6 is the highest-quality aluminium racer in Trek’s portfolio, but can the performance keep up with the superb looks?

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Cycling Tips
Trek 2018 Émonda SL 6 Disc review - CyclingTips

May 2018 · Matt Wikstrom

Trek recently updated its lightweight racing chassis, the Émonda, with a variety of refinements for 2018, including the addition of a disc-brake version. We had a look at the Émonda SLR Disc when it was launched last year, so for this review, we follow that up with a closer look at the more affordable mid-range […]

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road.cc
Trek Émonda ALR 6

Feb 2018 · Mat Brett

Quick and lively aluminium road bike with a good ride quality and excellent Shimano Ultegra components

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Velo
First Ride: Trek’s astonishingly light Émonda SLR Disc

Jun 2017

Trek pares down its Émonda SLR race bike, resulting in a super-light frame that still handles wonderfully. Plus, it now is available with disc brakes.

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BikeRadar
Trek Émonda ALR 4 review

May 2017 · Matthew Loveridge

The spec is average, but the Émonda’s frameset is an utter peach. Buy if you want the authentic Émonda experience at an everyman price

Highs
  • Outstanding ride, quality finish

Lows
  • No mudguard mounts

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VeloNews
Trek Émonda SL 6 Women's

May 2017 · William Tracy

The aggressive and versatile Émonda SL 6 combines the stiffness you’d expect from a top-of-the-line race bike, with big tire clearance and moderate race

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Alpha Platinum Aluminum

Fork

Trek Émonda carbon, E2 steerer

Bottom Bracket

Press Fit

Headset

Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom

Stem

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7mm rise, Blendr compatible

Handlebar

Bontrager Comp VR-S, 31.8mm

Saddle

Dialed 24" size, padded

Seatpost

Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 8mm offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

Wellgo nylon body w/alloy cage

Grips

Bontrager gel cork tape

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Sora

Front Derailleur

Shimano Sora

Crank

Shimano Sora, 46/34 (compact)

Shifters

Shimano Sora, 9 speed

Cassette

Shimano HG50, 13-25, 9 speed

Chain

KMC X9

Brakes

Alloy dual-pivot

TypeRim

Wheels
Rims

Alloy

Front Hub

Alloy

Rear Hub

Formula alloy

Tires

Kenda Koncept, 650x23c

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