Trek Supercaliber 9.8 XT
Details
Supercaliber 9.8 is a cross-country race bike developed for podium-topping World Cup speed. Its category-defining setup features our exclusive IsoStrut integrated shock and a lightweight FOX fork for a capable ride that's flat-out fast and soaks up technical terrain.
It's right for you if...
You want to ride what the pros ride and you want to win. 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.
The tech you get
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, remote suspension lockout, the smooth, precise shifting of a Shimano XT drivetrain, a Bontrager RSL integrated bar/stem, and Bontrager Kovee Pro 30 carbon wheels with 108-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for fast engagement.
The final word
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—our exclusive integrated shock.
Why you'll love it
- Supercaliber is a World Cup-worthy bike that’s quick, capable of soaring through techy terrain, and nearly as light as a hardtail
- Our exclusive IsoStrut shock provides tuneable, damped suspension for a smooth and efficient ride
- Pivotless seat stays save on weight and actively bend to help soak up trail chatter
- The OCLV Carbon RSL integrated bar/stem is ultralight, ultra-comfortable, and it looks awesome
- Wider Kovee Pro 30 wheels provide better tire support so you can run lower pressure and get more traction
| All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame size number | 15.5 | 17.5 | 18.5 | 19.5 | 21.5 |
| Frame size letter | Small | Medium | Medium/Large | Large | X-Large |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| A- Seat tube | 39.4 | 41.9 | 44.5 | 47 | 50.8 |
| B- Seat tube angle | 70.0° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 71.0° | 71.0° |
| Effective seat tube angle | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° |
| C- Head tube length | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10.5 |
| D- Head angle | 69.0° | 69.0° | 69.0° | 69.0° | 69.0° |
| E- Effective top tube | 56.5 | 59.5 | 61 | 62.5 | 65.9 |
| F- Bottom bracket height | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| G- Bottom bracket drop | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| H- Chainstay length | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| I- Offset | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| J- Trail | 9.6 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 9.6 |
| K- Wheelbase | 107.9 | 110.6 | 112.1 | 113.6 | 117.2 |
| L- Standover | 75 | 76 | 76 | 78.7 | 78.7 |
| M- Frame reach | 39.5 | 42.5 | 44 | 45.5 | 48.5 |
| N- Frame stack | 59.4 | 59.4 | 59.4 | 59.4 | 60.8 |
Due to supply-chain issues, Specs are subject to change without notice.
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 |
| Rear Shock | Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235x32.5mm |
| Wheels |
Front: Bontrager Kovee Pro 30 Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost 110, 15mm thru axle Rear: Bontrager Kovee Pro 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, Shimano MicoSpline, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12mm thru-axle |
| Tires | Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20" |
| Bottom Bracket | e*thirteen BB20-92 |
| Crankset |
Size: S e*thirteen TRS Race Carbon, 30mm spindle, 34T alloy ring, Boost, 170mm length Size: M, M/L, L, XL e*thirteen TRS Race Carbon, 30mm spindle, 34T alloy ring, Boost, 175mm length |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog |
| Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc |
| Rotors |
Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 160mm Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 180mm |
| Tape/Grips | ESI Chunky |
| 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 |
| Headset | Knock Block Integrated, 62-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| 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 |
| Saddle | Bontrager P3 Verse Elite, stainless steel rails, 145mm width |
| Pedals | Sold separately |
* Subject to change without notice.
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Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN |
|---|---|---|
| Navy Smoke to Alpine Blue Fade / Small | 601842653586 | 5260562 |
| Navy Smoke to Alpine Blue Fade / Medium | 601842653579 | 5260563 |
| Navy Smoke to Alpine Blue Fade / Medium/Large | 601842653562 | 5260564 |
| Navy Smoke to Alpine Blue Fade / Large | 601842653555 | 5260565 |
| Navy Smoke to Alpine Blue Fade / X-Large | 601842653548 | 5260566 |
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