2021 Trek

Émonda SLR 9

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.

MSRP$12,499
Weight14.8 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11 Electronic
GroupsetDura-Ace Di2
Power MeterDura-Ace
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)

41 mph

Émonda SLR 9

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
  • 6'2", size 58cm, Just right
  • 5'10", size 54cm, Just right
  • 5'10", size 54cm, 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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Bicycling
Aero Tuning Makes the New Trek Émonda Faster Than Ever

Aug 2022

Already one of the fiercest climbing bikes available, the new Émonda is even faster thanks to a dose of aero.

Highs
  • Light and aerodynamic

  • Easy to service

  • Proper race bike feel and handling

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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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Gran Fondo Magazine
2021 Trek Émonda SLR 9 eTap road bike first ride review – An aerodynamic climber

Jun 2020 · Benjamin Topf

With Trek's completely revised 2021 Émonda SLR 9 eTap, the American brand's lightest frame goes into the 3rd generation. Have Trek managed to design an aerodynamic climbing specialist that performs just as well on flat terrain? How does it compare to the Madone? Our first ride review includes everything you need to know about the brand new bike!

Highs
  • Light-footedness and speed in every situation

  • High precision

  • Race-level stiffness when attacking

  • Coherent overall concept

  • Tidy look with excellent attention to detail

Lows
  • Race-level stiffness all the time

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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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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Ultralight 800 Series OCLV Carbon, Ride Tuned performance tube optimisation, tapered head tube, internal routing, DuoTrap S-compatible, flat-mount disc, 142x12 mm thru axle

BB StandardT47, Threaded

Tire Clearance30c

ColorsNavy Carbon Smoke / Viper Red; Navy Carbon Smoke / Blue; Matte Onyx Carbon

Fork

Emonda SLR full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat-mount disc, 12x100 mm thru-axle

Bottom Bracket

Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing

Handlebar

Size: 47, 50, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 38cm width, 80mm stem length; Size: 52, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 40cm width, 90mm stem length; Size: 54, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 42cm width, 90mm stem length; Size: 56, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 42cm width, 100mm stem length; Size: 58, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 42cm width, 110mm stem length; Size: 60, 62, Bontrager Aeolus RSL Integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Di2 routing, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 44cm width, 110mm stem length

Saddle

Bontrager Aeolus Pro, carbon rails, 145 mm width

Seatpost

Size: 47, 50, 52, 54, Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 20 mm offset, short length; Size: 56, 58, 60, 62, Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 20 mm offset, tall length

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9150, short cage, 30T max cog

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9150, braze-on

Crank

Size: 47, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 165 mm length; Size: 50, 52, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 170 mm length; Size: 54, 56, 58, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 172.5 mm length; Size: 60, 62, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 175 mm length

Power Meter

Size: 47, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 165 mm length; Size: 50, 52, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 170 mm length; Size: 54, 56, 58, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 172.5 mm length; Size: 60, 62, Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P Power Meter, 52/36, 175 mm length

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9170, 11 speed

Cassette

Shimano Dura-Ace R9100, 11-30, 11 speed

Chain

Shimano Dura-Ace HG901, 11-speed

Brakes

Shimano Dura-Ace hydraulic disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37 mm rim depth, 100 x 12 mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37 mm rim depth, 142 x 12 mm thru axle

Tires

Bontrager R4 320 Handmade Clincher, Hard-Case Lite, 320 tpi, 700x25 c

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT900, 160 mm, CenterLock

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