2021 Trek

Émonda ALR 5

An aluminum frame race bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$2,099
Weight19.9 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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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)

39 mph

Émonda ALR 5

40 mph

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
47cm

4'11" – 5'3"

50cm

5'1" – 5'5"

52cm

5'3" – 5'7"

54cm

5'5" – 5'9"

56cm

5'8" – 6'0"

58cm

5'10" – 6'2"

60cm

6'0" – 6'4"

62cm

6'2" – 6'5"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'0", size 58cm, Just right
  • 6'4", size 60cm, Just right
Reviews
BikeRadar
Trek Émonda SL 6 eTap review

Oct 2022 · Warren Rossiter

A climb-friendly bike with aero styling

Highs
  • Snappy handling

  • Fast to respond through the pedals

  • Power meter included in a fine package

Lows
  • Faster tyres would enhance its ride further

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road.cc
Trek Émonda SL 5 Disc

Apr 2022 · Stu Kerton

The Émonda is a classic all-rounder, fun, fast and stiff, although this model isn't the lightest

Highs
  • Internal cable routing gives a very clean look

  • A great all-rounder

  • Good finishing kit

Lows
  • Not exactly light

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Cycling Weekly
Trek Émonda SL6 Pro

Aug 2020 · James Bracey

Trek's latest GC/climbing bike has undergone an aero transformation, but has it helped?

Highs
  • Efficient power transfer

  • Excellent handling prowess

  • Compliant ride

Lows
  • New SL frame has lost some of the excitement of the existing Émonda

  • Heavy for a 'climbing' bike

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Velo
Trek’s Madone follows Émonda’s lead, gets OCLV 800

Jul 2020 · Dan Cavallari

OCLV 800 launched with Trek's feathery Émonda, but now the brand's flagship aero bike gets this lighter, stiffer carbon — along with a T47 BB.

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Bikerumor
Trek Émonda goes aero, gains T47 BB, Aeolus RSL integrated bar-stem & sub-700g frame!

Jun 2020

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 […]

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
The alloy Trek Émonda ALR disc review

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

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Bicycling
The Trek Émonda ALR Is a Sleek, Affordable Race Rocket

Aug 2018

A smooth and stylee aluminum road bike that hauls ass at a great price

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Trek Émonda ALR 6 2018 Review

Aug 2018 · Benjamin Topf

The Trek Émonda ALR 6 is the highest-quality aluminium racer in Trek’s portfolio, but can the performance keep up with the superb looks?

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Specs
Build
Frame

Ultralight 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, Invisible Weld technology, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, DuoTrap S compatible, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance28c

ColorsPurple Abyss; Slate to Trek Black Fade; Matte Gravel / Gloss Quicksilver; Purple Flip

Fork

Emonda SL full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB71, 86.5mm, PressFit

Headset

FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom

Stem

Size: 47, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: 50, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length; Size: 56, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length; Size: 60, 62, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 110mm length

Handlebar

Size: 47, 50, 52, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 40cm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 42cm width; Size: 58, 60, 62, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 44cm width

Saddle

Size: 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, Bontrager Montrose Comp, steel rails, 138mm width; Size: 47, 50, 52, Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails, 155mm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails, 145mm width

Seatpost

Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000, short cage, 30T max cog

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000, braze-on

Crank

Size: 47, 50, 52, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 60, 62, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 175mm length

Shifters

Shimano 105 R7020, 11 speed

Cassette

Shimano 105 R7000, 11-28,11 speed

Chain

Shimano 105 HG601, 11 speed

Brakes

Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, flat mount

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Bontrager Affinity Disc, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, presta valve

Spokes

14g stainless steel

Front Hub

Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle

Rear Hub

Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle

Tires

Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x25c

Disc Rotors

Shimano SM-RT70, centerlock, 160mm

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