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Procaliber SL Frameset
A 27.5″ carbon frame crosscountry frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,749| Weight | 2.5 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
5'0" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
Summary
The Trek Procaliber is a standout in the cross-country category, praised for its lightweight carbon frame and innovative IsoSpeed decoupler that enhances ride comfort. It offers sharp handling and efficient performance, though some reviews note limitations in steering precision and component groups. The bike is frequently compared to the Specialized Epic Hardtail and Trek's own Supercaliber for its race-ready features.
Lightweight carbon frame with IsoSpeed decoupler
Sharp handling and efficient performance
Tubeless-ready setup
Innovative IsoSpeed technology for enhanced comfort
Race-ready features
Limited steering precision in some models
Component groups may not match higher-end options
IsoSpeed benefits primarily when seated
The Procaliber 9.7 is one of the best hardtail mountain bikes you can buy for less than four grand.Bicycling
Building on it’s comfort and the modern geometry of the short-travel Supercaliber, the all-new Trek Procaliber hardtail gets all the right updates.
BikerumorCrosses the finish line first because it’s the fastest bike. Simple.
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Aug 2020 · Tyler Benedict
Building on it’s IsoSpeed equipped predecessor’s comfort and the modern geometry of the short-travel Supercaliber, the all-new Trek Procaliber hardtail gets all the right updates. Modern geometry, cleaner cable routing, and improved steer-ability make it faster than ever. What’s new about the 2021 Trek Procaliber? The geometry’s the biggest change you’re likely to feel. Based […]
Apr 2020 · Alan Muldoon
The Trek Procaliber 9.7 crossed our finish line first because it’s the fastest bike on test. And in XC racing, that’s all that counts.
Speed with comfort
No dropper post
Mar 2020 · Bobby Lea
This hardtail is a lightweight and dependable mountain bike with a carbon frame and wheels.
Bontrager Kovee Elite 23 Carbon, tubeless-ready wheels
Lightweight carbon frame with IsoSpeed decoupler
100mm RockShox Reba RL fork with remote lockout
Handlebar is on the narrow side
Dec 2017 · Robin Schmitt
How does a pro-level mountain bike from the XC World Cup compete against a gravel bike? We tested the Trek Procaliber 9.9 SL Race Shop Limited to find out.
Oct 2016 · Wil Barrett
What did Olly think of the Trek Procaliber in the Flat Out Race Bike Group Test? Read his review in full here!
Jul 2016
What is it? The Procaliber 9.8 SL comes from a three-tiered lineup of carbon hardtails, Trek’s premium cross country race bike. Used by the Trek Factory team including Aussie champs Bec Henderson and Dan McConnell this frame has been widely accepted in the racing community. The Procaliber uses Trek’s Smart Wheel Size arrangement, meaning the …
IsoSpeed is successful in taking the sting out of the trail when seated.
Stunning frame construction.
Lightweight parts.
Not to be confused as a suspension bike, it's still a hardtail.
Mar 2016 · Guy Kesteven
Impact-smoothing super-light racer, but needs fatter tyres and pedalling bounce can be irritating. Buy if you like your greyhound hardtail with a side order of comfort, and are prepared to make a kit tweak or two
Svelte, contemporary frame, isospeed pivot smooth buzz, rapid ride
Smoothing tech can be a double-edged sword, needs fatter treads to get the most from it
Jan 2016 · McCoy
The Procaliber will give you all the efficiency and fun that you need
| Frame | Super Light OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoSpeed, tapered head tube, MicroTruss, Control Freak internal routing, balanced post mount brake, Boost148 & G2 Geometry on M and larger sizes (Size S: 142x12mm rear hub) |
|---|---|
| Headset | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
First added September 6
Last updated September 6
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