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Roscoe 8
A 27.5″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bike with high-end components.
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$1,539| Weight | 31.3 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Judy Silver TK |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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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.
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
Primitive fork damping
Tyres lack edge for carving in some conditions
71-degree seat angle makes techy climbs challenging
Trek’s plus-tyred hardtail is a really fun and versatile, fully-featured package for the price.
BikeRadarThere’s a lot to like about the Roscoe but it really needs tyres with more bite if it’s to fly the coop.
MBRIf you want a fun, all-round trail hardtail without breaking the bank, the Roscoe 9 hits the spot.
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Oct 2018 · Alan Muldoon
Now in its third year of production, the Trek Roscoe 8 is a Plus tyred trail-hardtail that’s decked out with all the modern luxuries you could want.
Grip, comfort and control.
Indexed action of Judy fork.
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.. .
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.
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
| Frame | Alpha Gold Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack & kickstand mount, Boost141, G2 Geometry |
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| Fork | RockShox Judy Silver TK, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, Boost110, 120mm travel (13.5: 100mm travel) Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | Truvativ Powerspline, 73mm |
| Headset | Semi-integrated, cartridge, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm clamp, 0 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width (13.5: 720mm width) |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada |
| Seatpost | Dropper post, 31.6mm, internal routing Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle |
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| Crank | Truvativ Descendant 6k Eagle, 30T Direct Mount |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Bontrager Line 40 28-hole Tubeless Ready, tubeless rim strips included, valves sold separately |
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| Front Hub | Formula DC511, Boost110 |
| Rear Hub | Formula DC2241, Boost141 |
| Tires | Maxxis Rekon, tubeless compatible, 27.5x2.80” |
First added September 16
Last updated September 16
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