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Slash 9.8 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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$5,499| Weight | 28.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'0" – 5'6"
5'6" – 6'1"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Trek Slash is a highly capable enduro bike, praised for its aggressive geometry, excellent suspension performance, and versatility across various terrains. It's particularly noted for its downhill prowess and ability to inspire rider confidence. However, some reviews mention issues with component specs and setup challenges.
Aggressive geometry and excellent suspension performance
Versatile across various terrains
Downhill prowess and rider confidence
Carbon frame for lightness and strength
Mino Link adjustable geometry system
Issues with component specs (e.g., dropper post, brakes)
Setup challenges
Some models are premium priced
It was incredible in chunky and steep terrain.
BIKE MagazineThe Slash is genuinely DH bike fast in how it carries speed through roots, rocks, wheel-eating holes and stepdowns.
BikeRadarIf you get your kicks from heading downhill over rough terrain as quickly as possible, then the Trek Slash simply has to be at the top of your shopping list.
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Mar 2018 · March 16, 2018
Like it or not punks, big wheeling is what’s hot right now! We have been lucky enough to have our hands on a number of new pushys, including a brand-new 2018 Trek Slash 9.7 for review. With a huge season within the world of downhill and Enduro both domestically and internationally, you cannot deny 29’ inch wheels are making their mark on disciplines of MTB that years ago we would’ve thought may have stayed committed to the traditional 26’ inch […]
Mar 2018 · Bturman jeff.brines
The Slash set the new benchmark for long-travel 29ers not long ago, and 2018's version attempts to meet the same standard. This one is stiff, light, and an excellent option for long adventures.
Feb 2018 · Christoph Bayer
The biggest innovation on the Trek Slash is hidden inconspicuously inside the shock. Trek calls it Thru Shaft, and it’s the latest addition to Trek’s suspension technology. Although the technology is not entirely new, it has never been properly implemented on a mountain bike. For an overview of the test fleet head to the group […]
Feb 2018 · James Vincent
If you get your kicks from heading downhill over rough terrain as quickly as possible, then the Trek Slash simply has to be at the top of your shopping list.
Jan 2018 · Ieuan Williams
Our former benchmark 29er under scrutiny
Aug 2017 · Josh Patterson
Phenomenally stiff, impeccably controlled, hyper-fast enduro racer that’ll Slash your previous times. Buy if you want maximum speed and accuracy on the roughest, fastest trails
Superbly shaped, jaw-droppingly stiff full-carbon frameset
Ultra-sensitive, maximum grip but HD communicative and immaculately poised Fox suspension
Mostly excellent wheel, tyre and component pack
TALAS fork adds cost and drag
125mm Bontrager dropper is short and slow
Jun 2017
No, this isn’t silly, it’s amazing! And especially available from the big manufacturers, it simply says that riders are pushing the boundaries of mountain biking and the technologies involved have made them a reality. Watch the video here. Take 160mm of travel and jam in a bike with 29″ wheels, and you’ll end up with a …
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & 1x-specific stays, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block steerer stop, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, PF92, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 150mm travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
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| Fork | RockShox Lyrik RC, Dual Position Air, Charger damper, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 130mm/160mm travel Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe RC3, 230x57.5mm Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | PF92 |
| Headset | FSA Knock Block IS-2, E2, sealed alloy cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Line, Knock Block, 35mm, 0 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Line, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Drop Line 125, under-bar remote lever, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, zero offset, internal routing Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Bontrager Rhythm, dual lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X1, Roller Bearing Clutch |
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| Crank | SRAM X1 1200, 32T Direct Mount X-Sync |
| Shifters | SRAM X1, 11 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1150, 10-42, 11 speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, Boost110 front, Boost148 rear (tubeless strips included, valves sold separately) |
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| Tires | Bontrager SE4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 29x2.40" |
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Last updated July 21
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