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Slash 9.8 Factory Overstock Frameset
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150mm rear |
| Fork | RockShox |
| Wheels | 29″ |
Summary
The Trek Slash is a highly capable enduro bike, praised for its aggressive geometry, efficient suspension, and versatility across various terrains. It offers a mix of carbon and aluminum frame options, with advanced features like the Mino Link adjustable geometry and Knock Block headset protection. While it excels in downhill performance and rider confidence, some reviews note setup challenges and component limitations.
Aggressive geometry suitable for enduro racing
Efficient suspension with Active Braking Pivot
Versatile for various terrains and riding styles
Advanced features like Mino Link and Knock Block
Carbon frame options for reduced weight
Setup can be tricky for optimal performance
Some component limitations noted in lower-end builds
Bontrager tyres and dropper post receive mixed feedback
Premium pricing for higher-end models
The Slash is genuinely DH bike fast in how it carries speed through roots, rocks, wheel-eating holes and stepdowns.
BikeRadarPrepare yourself to be going absolutely bonkers on the trail on one of these bikes
Flow Mountain BikeIf 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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Jul 2018
Trek takes its flagship long-travel Slash and makes it more affordable
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
| Frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & seatstay, alloy 1x-specific chainstay, ABP, Boost148, Knock Block, EVO link, tapered head tube, Mino Link, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, G2 Geometry, 150mm travel |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Deluxe RT3, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 230x57.5mm |
| Pedals | Knock Block Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
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Last updated September 16
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