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Slash 9.9
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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$7,999| Weight | 27.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch Plus RC3 |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XTR |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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 · 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.
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 …
Apr 2017
Trek Slash 29er carbon long term review on one of the best 29er on the mountain bike market. The 9.9 RSL edition is the top of the line Slash.
Apr 2017 · Alan Muldoon
The new Trek Slash 29 sounds rock and roll and looks stunning, but does it go like a bat out of hell? When it’s time to go fast it gets the job done.
Great sizing and geometry.
Class-leading Fox suspension.
Takes Plus-size wheels.
Looks drop-dead gorgeous.
Could easily accommodate a 150mm dropper.
Stem lengths need to be shorter.
Bontrager SE4 tyres are fast rolling with good puncture resistance, but the level of grip doesn’t match the aggressive attitude of the Slash.
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, ABP, Full Floater, EVO link, E2 tapered head tube, Mino Link, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, Carbon Armor, BB95, ISCG 05, 160mm travel BB Standard: BB95, 95.5mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Factory 36 Talas, FIT4 3-position damper w/open adjust, E2 tapered steerer, 15QR, 120mm/160mm travel Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch Plus RC3 DebonAir, lockout, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 8.25x2.375" Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BB95 |
| 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 |
| Grips | Bontrager Rhythm, dual lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano XTR, 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR, 11-40, 11 speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG900 |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR Trail hydraulic disc Type: Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Line Elite Tubeless Ready, TLR strips, Stacked Lacing, Rapid Drive, 15mm front, 142x12 rear |
|---|---|
| Tires | Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, 120tpi, aramid bead, 27.5x2.35" |
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