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2019 Trek

X-Caliber 9

A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,659
Weight29.0 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 100mm
ForkRockShox Judy Silver TK
Wheels27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetXT, SLX
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
X-Caliber 9
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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)

28 mph

X-Caliber 9

27 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'0" – 5'4"

MD

5'3" – 5'8"

MD/LG

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" – 6'8"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'5", size small, Just right
Reviews
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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off.road.cc
Trek X-Caliber 9

Apr 2017

If you're looking for a rapid handling cross-country hardtail then the X-Caliber delivers in spades, but it's a bit of a handful when the trail turns downhill thanks to steep geometry and a dated cockpit. Buyer's guide to mountain bikes - get the best MTB for you The best mountain bikes for under £1,000 - the best budget buys ridden and rated Trek launch updated 2020 X-Caliber aluminium hardtail cross-country bike The X-Caliber range is Trek's entry to their proper cross-country hardtail offerings, designed to tackle proper off-road riding rather than being a multi-sport machine.

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MBR
Trek X-Caliber 8 (2016) review - MBR

Jul 2016 · Alan Muldoon

The Trek looks amazing and has a decent spec, it’s just a shame the frame isn’t more trail-focused

Highs
  • Quality frame and spec

Lows
  • Fork is under sprung for frame size

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Alpha Gold Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack & kickstand mount, Boost141, G2 Geometry

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

RockShox Judy Silver TK, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, Turnkey damper with remote lockout, tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, Boost110, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB52, 73mm

Headset

Sealed cartridge, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom

Stem

Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible

Handlebar

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width (13.5: 690mm width)

Saddle

Bontrager Arvada

Seatpost

Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset

TypeRigid

Grips

Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore XT M8000, Shadow Plus

Front Derailleur

Shimano SLX M7020

Crank

Shimano SLX M7000, 36/26

Shifters

Shimano SLX M7000, 11 speed

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7000, 11-42, 11 speed

Chain

KMC X11-1

Brakes

Shimano MT400 hydraulic disc

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Bontrager Kovee 28-hole Tubeless Ready, tubeless rim strips and valves sold separately

Front Hub

Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, Boost110

Rear Hub

Formula DC2641 sealed bearing, Boost141

Tires

Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20˝ (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20˝)

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