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2018 Trek

Émonda ALR 4

An aluminum frame race bike with mid-range components and shimano tiagra rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$1,149
Weight19.6 lbs  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra
BrakesShimano Tiagra Rim
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Terrain
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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)

39 mph

Émonda ALR 4

40 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Trek Émonda is a lightweight race bike praised for its aggressive geometry and responsive handling, offering a blend of speed and comfort. It excels in acceleration and stability at high speeds, though some models may transmit road vibrations more than carbon alternatives. Overall, it delivers strong performance and value across various builds.

Pros
  • Lightweight design

  • Responsive and stable handling

  • Excellent performance-to-price ratio

  • Comfortable ride quality for a race bike

  • High-quality craftsmanship and aesthetics

Cons
  • Ride can be stiff with noticeable road vibrations

  • Limited aggressive geometry options in some models

  • Higher-end models are very expensive

Key Quotes
The real selling point of this bike is its performance-to-price ratio.
Bicycling
The Émonda seems to make good on that promise of simple, brutal speed…
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The instant pick-up from the Émonda is addictive.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
Handling is picture-perfect, like a well-trained horse that almost doesn’t require any physical input from its rider before doing exactly what you want it to.
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That’s the lightest production disc road bike we’ve had through our doors so far, and by a good margin too.
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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

Ultralight 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, Invisible Weld Technology, E2 tapered head tube, DuoTrap S compatible, BB86.5

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Fork

Émonda carbon, E2 steerer

Bottom Bracket

Press Fit BB86.5

Headset

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

Stem

Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, w/computer & light mounts

Handlebar

Bontrager Race VR-C, 31.8mm

Saddle

Bontrager Montrose Comp, chromoly rails

Seatpost

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

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not included

Grips

Bontrager tape

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra, braze-on

Crank

Shimano Tiagra, 50/34 (compact)

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra, 10 speed

Cassette

Shimano Tiagra, 11-28, 10 speed

Chain

Shimano Tiagra

Brakes

Shimano Tiagra

TypeShimano Tiagra Rim

Wheels
Rims

Bontrager Tubeless Ready

Front Hub

Alloy

Rear Hub

Alloy

Tires

Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, 700x 25c

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