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2018 Trek

Madone 9.5 Women's

A carbon frame women’s aero bike with high-end components and rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$7,499
Weight16.4 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra, Ultegra Di2
BrakesRim
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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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

Madone 9.5 Women's

40 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Trek Madone is celebrated for its cutting-edge aerodynamics, innovative IsoSpeed technology for comfort, and exceptional handling. It stands out as one of the most comfortable aero bikes available, with adjustable ride settings and a design that balances speed and comfort. However, it faces criticism for its internal cable routing complexity and some proprietary components that may limit customization.

Pros
  • Cutting-edge aerodynamics

  • Innovative IsoSpeed technology for comfort

  • Exceptional handling and stability

  • Adjustable ride settings

  • High level of integration

Cons
  • Complex internal cable routing

  • Some proprietary components limit customization

  • Front end can feel harsh without IsoSpeed

  • Disc brake version has slightly more drag

Key Quotes
The Trek Madone is the fastest road bike I’ve ever ridden.
Cyclist logoCyclist
Aero claims aside, this is the world's most comfortable — and now adjustable — aero bike
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The Madone is the ultimate fusion of power, aerodynamics, ride quality, and integration […] a marvel of road bike engineering.
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Cycling Weekly
Trek Madone SLR 9 Disc

Dec 2019 · Symon Lewis

Cycling Weekly has shown that the Trek Madone is one of the fastest aero bikes available today, but has the update with discs made it even better? I certainly think so

Highs
  • Ride quality

  • Performance

  • Comfort

  • Stiffness

Lows
  • Weight

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road.cc
Trek Madone SLR 9 Disc

Jun 2019 · David Arthur @davearthur

Seriously fast aero race bike with great handling, but not the smoothest and not the ultimate spec it should be

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Velo
First Ride: Trek Madone SLR No. 6

Jul 2018 · Dan Cavallari

Trek has fine-tuned its IsoSpeed Decoupler, improved the fit, and added disc brakes, making this edition of the Madone even better.

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Bicycling
Disc Brakes and (Much) More for Trek's New Madone

Jul 2018 · Matt Phillips

It might look the same on the outside, but underneath it's an all new Madone

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BikeRadar
Madone SLR 9 Disc review

Jul 2018 · Ben Delaney

Aero claims aside, this is the world's most comfortable — and now adjustable — aero bike

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Trek revamp Madone with adjustable IsoSpeed and disc brakes

Jul 2018 · Philippe Tremblay

New aero road bike gets features for increased comfort, customization and aerodynamics

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Cyclist
Trek Madone 9 review

Feb 2018 · Peter Stuart

The Trek Madone 9 is a rather special aerodynamic redesign of the flagship Project One bike.

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Cycling Tips
Trek Madone long-term review: Hyper-aero, surprisingly comfy - CyclingTips

Feb 2018 · James Huang

The Madone is the oldest model name in the current Trek road lineup, with the first dating back to 2003. That nameplate has worn several hats in that time, but it’s always represented the best that road bike Trek had to offer. The latest generation is no different, offering cutting-edge aerodynamics, an incredible level of […]

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

600 Series OCLV Carbon, KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil) tube shape, Madone IsoSpeed, Micro-adjust seatmast, E2 tapered head tube, BB90, invisible cable routing, control center, precision water bottle placement, Aero 3S chain keeper, DuoTrap S compatible

BB StandardBB90, 90.5mm, Press Fit

Fork

Madone KVF full carbon, carbon E2 steerer, carbon dropouts, integrated brake & stem

Bottom Bracket

BB90

Headset

Madone integrated, stainless cartridge bearings, sealed, 1-3/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom

Stem

Madone Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 7 degree, aero top cap pocket, w/computer & light mounts

Handlebar

Madone Integrated Bar/Stem, KVF Profile, invisible cable routing, OCLV Carbon, VR-CF

Saddle

Bontrager Ajna Elite, titanium rails

Seatpost

Madone Micro-adjust carbon seatmast cap, 25mm offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not included

Grips

Bontrager tape

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2, braze-on

Crank

Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 (compact)

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra Di2, 11 speed

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra, 11-28, 11 speed

Chain

Shimano Ultegra

Brakes

Madone aero, integrated

TypeRim

Wheels
Rims

Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3 Tubeless Ready

Tires

Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, 120 tpi, aramid bead, 700x25c

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