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2021 Trek

Émonda ALR 6

An aluminum frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

€2,599($3,024)
Weight18.8 lbs  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Émonda ALR 6
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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)

41 mph

Émonda ALR 6

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
56cm

5'8" – 6'0"

58cm

5'10" – 6'1"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'9", size 54, Just right
  • 5'10", size 58, Fits large
  • 5'6", size 52, Fits large
Reviews

Summary

The Trek Emonda is a race-focused bike that excels in stiffness, handling, and climbing performance, making it a favorite among competitive riders. Its lightweight and aerodynamic design, combined with a race-ready geometry, offers an exhilarating ride. However, its firm ride quality and high price point may not suit everyone.

Pros
  • Light and aerodynamic

  • Excellent handling and cornering performance

  • Super stiff frame offers amazing climbing performance

  • Race-ready geometry

  • Aero-optimized design

Cons
  • Firmer ride quality

  • High price point

  • Handlebar/stem recall due to potential cracking issue

  • Weight isn't competitive for price

Key Quotes
The Émonda SLR is a tool made to fulfill the needs of some of the world’s best road racers.
Bicycling
The ride of the bike is exceptionally stiff and incredibly fun in the way that a proper race bike can be.
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The new Émonda is even crisper and punchier than before, which is saying something.
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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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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 · 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 […]

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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 · Trevor Raab

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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Cycling Tips
Trek 2018 Émonda SL 6 Disc review - CyclingTips

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 […]

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Ultralight 300 Series Alpha Aluminium, Invisible Weld technology, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, DuoTrap S-compatible, flat-mount disc, 142x12 mm thru axle

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance28c

ColorCobra Blood to Viper Red Fade

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB71, 86.5 mm, PressFit

Stem

Size: 47, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length; Size: 50, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length; Size: 60, 62, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 110 mm length; Size: 64, Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 120 mm length

Handlebar

Size: 47, 50, Bontrager Elite VR-C, alloy, 31.8 mm, 100 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 38 cm width; Size: 52, Bontrager Elite VR-C, alloy, 31.8 mm, 100 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 40 cm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Elite VR-C, alloy, 31.8 mm, 100 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 42 cm width; Size: 58, 60, 62, 64, Bontrager Elite VR-C, alloy, 31.8 mm, 100 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 44 cm width

Saddle

Bontrager Montrose Comp, steel rails, 138 mm width

Seatpost

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

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, short cage, 30T max cog

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, braze-on

Crank

Size: 47, Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36, 165 mm length; Size: 50, 52, Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36, 170 mm length; Size: 54, 56, 58, Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36, 172.5 mm length; Size: 60, 62, 64, Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36, 175 mm length

Shifters

Size: 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64, Shimano Ultegra R8020, 11 speed; Size: 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64, Shimano Ultegra R8025, short-reach lever, 11 speed

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000, 11-30, 11 speed

Chain

Shimano Ultegra HG701, 11 speed

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Bontrager Paradigm Disc, Tubeless Ready, 20 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Paradigm Disc, Tubeless Ready, 20 mm width, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle

Front Hub

Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle

Rear Hub

Bontrager Affinity Comp, Shimano 11/12 speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle

Tires

Bontrager R2 Hard-Case Lite, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x28 mm

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT800, CenterLock, 160 mm

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