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Émonda SL Disc Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$1,699| Weight | 4.1 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'2" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'7"
- 5'9", size 54, Just right
- 5'10", size 58, Fits large
- 5'6", size 52, Fits large
Summary
The Trek Émonda is a race-focused bike that combines lightweight design with aerodynamic improvements, offering a balance between comfort and performance. It's praised for its aggressive geometry, smooth ride quality, and excellent handling, though some models may exhibit road buzz and stiffness. The Émonda series is noted for its performance-to-price ratio, especially in aluminum variants, and competes closely with carbon counterparts.
Aggressive geometry for race-focused riding
Lightweight design with aerodynamic improvements
Excellent handling and stability at high speeds
Performance-to-price ratio is a strong selling point
Smooth ride quality with damped road buzz
Road buzz and stiffness can be apparent on rough surfaces
Some models lack the more aggressive H1 geometry option
Higher price points for carbon and aero models
You’d be forgiven for mistaking the new Émonda ALR for a full-carbon race bike at first glance.Bicycling
The Émonda is still as light as ever, but now it just got a serious aerodynamic boost to make it faster both up and down the mountain.
BikerumorThe Emonda is born for climbing and that’s really where it shines.
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Aug 2020 · James Bracey
Trek's latest GC/climbing bike has undergone an aero transformation, but has it helped?
Efficient power transfer
Excellent handling prowess
Compliant ride
New SL frame has lost some of the excitement of the existing Émonda
Heavy for a 'climbing' bike
Jun 2020 · Zach Overholt
Have you seen Bontrager’s new Aeolus carbon wheel lineup? Spanning the gap between budget and race ready, the aerodynamic hoops are the perfect complement to another new Trek product launching today – the all new Émonda. Fans of super light, efficient climbing bikes needn’t worry. The Émonda is still as light as ever, but now […]
Mar 2019 · Philippe Tremblay
Sleek looking and smart riding sparkling purple frame makes a strong case to build a dream machine with an aluminium frameset
Oct 2018 · Warren Rossiter
Wonderful in every respect and the price ensures exclusivity. Buy if you want the lightest disc chassis around and you’ve got deep pockets or a lottery win
Beautifully balanced handling, low, low weight
A technical marvel
It’s hard to wrap your head around a 10-grand-plus price tag
Aug 2018 · Trevor Raab
A smooth and stylee aluminum road bike that hauls ass at a great price
May 2018 · Matt Wikstrom
Trek recently updated its lightweight racing chassis, the Émonda, with a variety of refinements for 2018, including the addition of a disc-brake version. We had a look at the Émonda SLR Disc when it was launched last year, so for this review, we follow that up with a closer look at the more affordable mid-range […]
Apr 2018 · Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt, Benjamin Topf
With a weight of just 6.89 kg and the slightly more relaxed H2 geometry, the Trek Émonda SLR 8 Disc Project One is in line to take over the endurance throne. With its “Radioactive Yellow” finish it definitely stands out in our test field – the ultimate Safety-First look. But will it still shine at […]
Feb 2018 · Mat Brett
Quick and lively aluminium road bike with a good ride quality and excellent Shimano Ultegra components
| Frame | Ultralight 500 Series OCLV Carbon, Ride Tuned performance tube optimization, tapered head tube, internal routing, DuoTrap S compatible, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle Color: Dnister Black / Viper Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Emonda SL full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Headset | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Seatpost | Not included |
First added October 20
Last updated November 6
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