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Procaliber AL Frameset
A 27.5″ aluminum frame crosscountry frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$1,099| Weight | 4.6 lbs (frame) |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
4'5" – 5'2"
5'0" – 5'6"
5'3" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'8"
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 a smooth, fast ride with efficient power transfer, though some models may lack in steering precision or component performance. The bike's geometry and suspension are tailored for competitive racing, making it a favorite among XC enthusiasts.
Lightweight carbon frame with IsoSpeed decoupler
Tubeless-ready carbon wheels
Modern geometry for improved stability
Efficient power transfer and swift acceleration
Comfortable ride quality with significant vertical compliance
Steering precision can be lacking in some models
IsoSpeed benefits limited to seated riding
Higher-end models may be expensive
Some component groups may not match the performance of pricier alternatives
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.
BikerumorThe 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.
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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
Mar 2019 · Guy Kesteven
Accurate, versatile frame with a great spec, but bar and IsoSpeed bounce won’t suit everyone
Stiff, accurate frame
Dropper and bigger-tyre friendly
Judy fork and Eagle gears
Shock-shrugging IsoSpeed
IsoSpeed takes a wallop to start moving and then a while to stop
Backswept bar and seat tube won’t suit all
Surprisingly slow tyres
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.
Nov 2017 · MBA Action
Trek takes their IsoSpeed Decoupler and builds it into a more affordable aluminum frame.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, IsoSpeed, tapered head tube, internal derailleur routing, balanced post mount brake, Boost148, 12mm thru axle Tire Clearance: 2.4" Color: Matte / Gloss Black |
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| Headset | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom |
| Tires | 29x2.40" (XS & S: 27.5x2.40") |
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First added October 10
Last updated November 6
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