Trek Supercaliber 9.8 GX Bike - 2022

TREK SUPERCALIBER 9.8 GX BIKE - 2022

Supercaliber 9.8 is a cross country race bike developed for podium-topping World Cup speed. Its category-defining setup features Trek's exclusive IsoStrut integrated shock and a lightweight FOX fork for a capable ride that's flat-out fast and soaks up technical terrain.

If you want to ride what the pros ride and you want to win. If you’re looking for a bike that's built for shocking speed and capability on even the hardest cross country courses, and comes decked out with light, fast upgrades on everything from the fork to the drivetrain. Then this is the bike for you.

Featuring an ultra-lightweight, full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with 60mm of travel, a 100mm FOX Performance 32 Step-Cast fork, and Trek's exclusive IsoStrut FOX Performance shock designed specifically for Supercaliber. Plus, dual remote suspension lockout, a SRAM GX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain with carbon cranks, and Bontrager Kovee Pro 30 carbon wheels with 108-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for instant engagement.

The Supercaliber 9.8 is an efficient and capable cross country race bike trimmed with an upgraded, high-performance parts spec. It's everything you love about a hardtail plus the added capability of IsoStrut—Trek's exclusive integrated shock.

FEATURES

• Nothing else like it: Supercaliber’s unique frame design ditches traditional suspension hardware so there’s less weight, less maintenance, and less lateral flex. IsoStrut connects the mainframe to the pivot-less seat stays to offer about 60mm of rear wheel travel. This design offers a unique blend of efficiency, traction, and fatigue-fighting compliance that keeps racers fresh and in control.
• IsoStrut: IsoStrut integrated suspension gives you just enough travel to stay in control. It's fully tuneable like a standard rear shock, but without the weight penalty of a full suspension bike.
• OCLV Mountain Carbon: Trek's mountain-specific carbon is engineered to withstand the extreme demands of off-road racing. Advanced analysis allows our designers to create a frame with the best blend of light weight, responsiveness, and just enough compliance in the seat stays to eliminate the need for a heavy rear pivot system.
• Straight Shot w/Knock Block: Trek's Straight Shot frame design optimizes the stiffness-to-weight ratio for a more responsive ride. You'll be able to push harder and stay more planted on your line when the going gets rough.
• Complete Tubeless System: Tubeless Ready rims and tires make it easy to ditch the tubes so you get better traction, fewer flats, and less weight. You're ready to roll right out of the box with the included TLR rim strips, valves, and sealant.
• Water Bottle Capacity: Space for two water bottles makes it easier to stay hydrated on long days.
• Blendr-Compatible Stem: Bontrager Blendr stem technology lets you clip your gear directly to the stem for clean looks, maximum user friendliness.

TECH SPECS

Frameset Specs

• Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, IsoStrut, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Boost148, 60mm travel
• Fork: Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, remote lockout, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 100mm travel
• Shock: Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235mm x 32.5mm
• Suspension lever: Fox 2-position dual lockout lever
• Max compatible fork travel: 120mm (531mm axle-to-crown)

Wheel Specs

• Wheel front: Bontrager Kovee Pro 30 Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
• Wheel rear: Bontrager Kovee Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, XD Driver, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
• Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
• Rim: Bontrager Kovee Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
• Tire: Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20''
• Tire part: Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
• Rim strip: Bontrager TLR
• Max tire size: Frame: 29x2.20" Fork: See manufacturer

Drivetrain Specs

• Shifter: SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
• Rear derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle
• Crank: Size: S - SRAM GX Eagle Carbon, DUB, 32T alloy ring, 52mm chainline, 170mm length. Size: M, M/L, L, XL - SRAM GX Eagle Carbon, DUB, 32T alloy ring, 52mm chainline, 175mm length.
• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
• Cassette: SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-52, 12 speed
• Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
• Max chainring size: 36T

Component Specs

• Saddle: Bontrager P3 Verse Elite, stainless steel rails, 145mm width
• Seatpost: Size: S - Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 330mm length. Size: M, M/L, L, XL - Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 400mm length.
• Integrated Bar Stem: Size: S, M - Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 0mm handlebar rise, 750mm width, -13 degree stem rise, 70mm length. Size: M/L, L - Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 0mm handlebar rise, 750mm width, -13 degree stem rise, 80mm length. Size: XL - Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 0mm handlebar rise, 750mm width, -13 degree stem rise, 90mm length.
• Grips: ESI Chunky
• Headset: Knock Block Integrated, 62-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
• Brake: SRAM Level TLM hydraulic disc
• Brake rotor: Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL - SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 160mm. Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL - SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180mm
• Rotor size: Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front, 160mm rear

Weight Specs

• Weight: M - 23.04 lbs / 10.45 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
• Weight limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).