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Émonda SLR Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
CA$1,899($1,367)| Weight | 2.6 lbs (frame) |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
4'11" – 5'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Trek Emonda is a lightweight, aerodynamic race bike designed for competitive road racing, offering a blend of stiffness, agility, and efficiency. It features advanced carbon fiber construction, racy geometry, and improved aerodynamics, making it a favorite among racers. While it excels in performance and handling, some riders may find the ride quality firm, and the high price point of SLR models could be a deterrent.
Light and aerodynamic
Excellent handling and cornering performance
Significant drag reduction with minimal weight gain
Rider-friendly features like a threaded bottom bracket
New OCLV 800 carbon fiber composite is 30% stronger
Firmer ride quality, especially on stock 25 tires
High price point, especially for SLR models
Handlebar/stem recall due to potential cracking issue
The Émonda SLR is a tool made to fulfill the needs of some of the world’s best road racers.Bicycling
This is an explosive bike: it feels as light as a feather and as solid as a steel girder at the same time.Bicycling
The new Émonda is even crisper and punchier than before, which is saying something.Bicycling
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Jan 2025 · Ashley Quinlan
Trek’s attempt at an all-round race bike
Lighter yet just as fast as the previous model
Responsive handling
Improved clearance for 32mm tyres
Fragile headset top cap cover
Value relative to some competition
Nov 2023 · Charlotte Head
Hill climbers push their bikes to the extreme and this Trek Émonda is the perfect example, slimmed down to an
Sep 2023
Dialed geometry, smooth welds, and an excellent ride feel add up to make the latest aluminum Émonda ALR a great alternative to pricier carbon bikes.
A great riding aluminum frame with dialed fit and geometry
Mostly easy to service, adjust, and upgrade
Official max tire clearance is 28mm
Through the headset cable routing
Jul 2023 · Stu Kerton
The tyres hold it back a bit, but underneath is a comfortable alloy road bike with a great performance
Excellent ride feel
Smooth and clean look
Geometry is a good balance between aero and comfort
Not the lightest build
Deserves better wheels & tyres
Oct 2021 · Tobias Hörsch
With the Émonda SLR 9 eTap, Trek send a climbing specialist into our group test. The current model has been given some aerodynamic upgrades for which the Madone aero bike served as inspiration. Is it enough to take on the four fastest race bikes of the 2021 season? You can read more here.
Light-footed acceleration in every situation
A scalpel with razor-sharp precision when ridden by an experienced hand
Gearing offers sufficient reserves even for demanding climbs
Made for racing, where it blossoms fully
Braking traction of the Bontrager R4 320 tires
Somewhat nervous steering when riding slowly
Lacking efficiency on the flats
Rattling SRAM shift levers
| Frame | Ultralight 700 Series OCLV Carbon, Ride Tuned performance tube optimization, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, Ride Tuned seatmast, DuoTrap S compatible, BB90, direct mount rim brake, 130x5mm QR BB Standard: BB90, 90.5mm, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 30c Color: Matte / Gloss Black |
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| Fork | Emonda SLR full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, direct-mount brake, carbon dropouts, 5x100 mm QR |
| Bottom Bracket | BB90, 90.5mm, press-fit |
| Seatpost | Not included |
| Tires | 30mm |
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First added July 11
Last updated May 30