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2019 Trek

Roscoe 24

A 24″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$519
Weight25.7 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkAluminum
Wheels24″
Drivetrain1 × 8
GroupsetTourney, Altus
BrakesTektro Mechanical Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Handling
nimblestable
Roscoe 24
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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)

18 mph

Roscoe 24

Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews

Summary

The Trek Roscoe is a versatile and fun trail hardtail that offers a great mix of comfort, traction, and agility. Its plus-sized tires and well-thought-out geometry make it a capable bike for a variety of trails, though some reviews note limitations in fork performance and tire grip in certain conditions. The Roscoe stands out for its value and the joy it brings to riding, making it a strong contender in its category.

Pros
  • Fun and versatile ride

  • Plus tires boost grip and comfort

  • Good value for the price

  • Well-thought-out geometry

  • Internal routing for dropper post upgrades

Cons
  • Primitive fork damping

  • Tyres lack edge for carving in some conditions

  • 71-degree seat angle makes techy climbs challenging

Key Quotes
Trek’s plus-tyred hardtail is a really fun and versatile, fully-featured package for the price.
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There’s a lot to like about the Roscoe but it really needs tyres with more bite if it’s to fly the coop.
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If you want a fun, all-round trail hardtail without breaking the bank, the Roscoe 9 hits the spot.
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MBR
Trek Roscoe 6 review - MBR

Jul 2019 · Paul Burwell

Trek Roscoe 6 is a plus bike with 120mm travel fork, a bolt through axle, and an aluminium frame that wouldn’t look out of place on a £1,000 hardtail.

Highs
  • Top quality frame, large volume tyres add comfort

Lows
  • Lacks zip and the tyres lack edge for carving

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BikeRadar
Trek Roscoe 9 first ride review

Jul 2018 · Guy Kesteven

The big tyres also hide the primitive fork damping pretty well, and while the geometry isn’t radical (a 68-degree head angle, 440mm reach and 1,155mm wheelbase on the large), you can properly rag the Trek on natural trails or nurtured red routes.. .

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off.road.cc
Trek Roscoe 9 review

Apr 2018

Trek's Roscoe 9 marries an aluminium frame with trail riding orientated geometry to chubby 2.8" Plus tyres on 27.5" rims. While it doesn't jam in as much value as direct sales rivals, it more than makes up for that with a fun, refined ride and coherent kit list. Review: Genesis Tarn 20 - a steel framed Plus tyre trail hardtail Buying your first mountain bike: our guide to everything you need to know Review: Trek Fuel EX5 Women's 27.5 Plus - confidence inspiring Plus trail susser The Roscoe is a bit of a departure for Trek.

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MTBR
Trek Roscoe and X-Caliber hardtails reviewed

Nov 2017 · Francis Cebedo

Trek's budget-friendly hardtails have evolved on two distinct paths, an affordable XC steed and a fun trail machine. Born out of the same frame, find out how these two bikes compare. - Mtbr.com

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Alpha Gold Aluminum, 24''

Fork

Roscoe 24'', alloy

Bottom Bracket

Sealed cartridge

Headset

VP 1-1/8'', semi-Integrated

Stem

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length

Handlebar

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 580mm width

Saddle

Kid's 24'' size, padded

Seatpost

Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length

TypeRigid

Pedals

Kids' 9/16''

Grips

Kids' Kraton

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tourney TX80

Crank

Alloy, 28T chain ring w/guard, 152mm length

Shifters

Shimano Altus M310, 8 speed

Cassette

SunRun cassette, 11-34, 8 speed

Chain

KMC Z51

Brakes

Tektro MD-M280 mechanical disc, 160mm rotor

TypeTektro Mechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Kids', alloy

Wheels
Rear Hub

Formula DC-2241, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, Boost141, 5mm QR

Tires

Chen-Shin, 24x2.8''

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