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Stache 7
A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bike with high-end components.
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$2,099| Weight | 13.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 120mm |
| Fork | Manitou Magnum Comp |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X1, GX |
| Brakes | SRAM Level T Hydraulic Disc |
154cm – 169cm
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Summary
The Trek Stache is a trail hardtail known for its playful agility and incredible traction from 29+ tires, making it fun and confidence-inspiring on technical terrain. It features versatile geometry with adjustable chainstays and a stiff frame for efficient power delivery. However, it may struggle in muddy conditions and requires careful tire pressure management to avoid punctures and squirming.
Playful agility and fun handling
Incredible traction from 29+ tires
Versatile geometry with adjustable chainstays
Stiff frame for efficient power delivery
Surprisingly nimble despite large wheels
Tires prone to punctures and damage in rocky terrain
Performance suffers in muddy conditions
Higher rolling resistance compared to standard 29ers
No dropper post on some builds
Expensive for a hardtail
the Stache has an appetite for mischief like no hardtail I’ve ever ridden
BIKE MagazineYou’ll only miss not having any suspension when you start hitting bigger blocks and drops and the tyres start bottoming out and bouncing
BikeRadarThe Stache’s strengths include insane levels of traction and a geometry aimed at being able to throw those big hoops around at will.
Flow Mountain BikeIt’s no buzz kill, though, and the safety net of the Velcro-like traction means you can chuck the Stache around the trail with reckless abandon, and this makes it seriously good fun to ride.
MBRThe heart of the fastest descending hardtail I've ridden is Trek's 29+ chassis.
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Dec 2018 · Mick Kirkman
The rugged Trek Full Stache 8 can pretty much go anywhere and roll over anything, making it the human-powered equivalent of a Land Rover.
Go-anywhere attitude with crazy levels of security and traction
Feels slower and heavier at times compared to ‘normal’ mountain bikes
Jul 2018 · McCoy
Plus-sized bikes have rapidly grown in popularity; however, the focus has mostly been on 27.5-inch wheel sizes—that is, until now. Trek recently
Apr 2018 · Michael Better
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Apr 2018 · Francis Cebedo
Trek has unveiled a new trail bike with 130mm of front and rear travel and other unique design elements that take the capability of 29-plus tires to the next level. - Mtbr.com
Aug 2017 · Barney Marsh
Trek has committed hard to the 29+ wheelsize with the Stache 9.8 - a carbon fibre trail hardtail built around 29x3.0in tyres and a 120mm travel fork
Jul 2017 · Cass Gilbert
We take a look at Zach Shriver's Trek Stache bikepacking rig, and hear about exactly what he carried on the Colorado Trail.
May 2017
While it's clear the Stache wasn't designed for the nastiest, steepest terrain, for trails where it shines it lights up like a near-sighted goalie...
Amazing traction on dry, fast trails
Rolls incredibly fast for a plus-sized bike
Comfortable and efficient for long rides
Fun on rolling, momentum-based trails
Good value at $2700 USD
GX drivetrain performs well, especially climbing
Manitou fork easy to set up with good damping
Short chainstays (420mm) make it playful
Huck Norris system allows lower tire pressure without rim damage
Uncomfortable on steep, technical descents
SRAM Level brakes insufficient for steep terrain
Tires break loose unpredictably in steep, loose conditions
Knee clearance issue with seatstays for some riders
Not suitable for aggressive riding without modifications
Low gear (30x42) insufficient for long, steep climbs
Stock 750mm handlebars too narrow
Apr 2017
Trek has doubled down on its plus-size hardtail for 2017 with the Trek Stache 9.8.
| Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminum, Boost148, Midstay, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, PF92, Stranglehold dropouts, G2 Geometry BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
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| Fork | Manitou Magnum 34 Comp, air spring, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 120mm travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | PF92 |
| Headset | Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 8mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Bontrager Race |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX, Roller Bearing Clutch |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X1 1200, 30T Direct Mount X-Sync |
| Shifters | SRAM GX, 11 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1150, 10-42, 11 speed |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 |
| Brakes | SRAM Level T hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Level T Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | SUNringlé Duroc 50 SL 28-hole (tubeless strips and valves included) |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, Boost110 |
| Rear Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing, Boost148 |
| Tires | Bontrager Chupacabra, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 29x3.00" |
First added 12 April
Last updated 21 July
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