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Émonda SL Disc Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
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.
Lightweight design
Responsive and stable handling
Excellent performance-to-price ratio
Comfortable ride quality for a race bike
High-quality craftsmanship and aesthetics
Ride can be stiff with noticeable road vibrations
Limited aggressive geometry options in some models
Higher-end models are very expensive
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…
BikerumorThe instant pick-up from the Émonda is addictive.
BikeRadarHandling 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.
Cycling TipsThat’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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Mar 2019 · Philippe Tremblay
Sleek looking and smart riding sparkling purple frame makes a strong case to build a dream machine with an aluminium frameset
Oct 2018 · Warren Rossiter
Wonderful in every respect and the price ensures exclusivity. Buy if you want the lightest disc chassis around and you’ve got deep pockets or a lottery win
Beautifully balanced handling, low, low weight
A technical marvel
It’s hard to wrap your head around a 10-grand-plus price tag
Aug 2018 · Trevor Raab
A smooth and stylee aluminum road bike that hauls ass at a great price
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 […]
Apr 2018 · Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt, Benjamin Topf
With a weight of just 6.89 kg and the slightly more relaxed H2 geometry, the Trek Émonda SLR 8 Disc Project One is in line to take over the endurance throne. With its “Radioactive Yellow” finish it definitely stands out in our test field – the ultimate Safety-First look. But will it still shine at […]
Feb 2018 · Mat Brett
Quick and lively aluminium road bike with a good ride quality and excellent Shimano Ultegra components
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.
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
| Frame | Ultralight 500 Series OCLV Carbon, ride-tuned performance tube optimization, E2 tapered head tube, BB90, flat mount disc brakes, 12mm thru axles, internal cable routing, DuoTrap S compatible, Ride Tuned seatmast BB Standard: BB90, 90.5mm, Press Fit |
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| Fork | Émonda carbon disc, carbon E2 steerer, flat mount disc brakes, 12mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | BB90, 90.5mm, press-fit |
| Headset | Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
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Last updated February 15
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