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Elite 9.8
Rocket Fast
With the same proven, aggressive racing geometry as the top-dog 9.9 SSL, the Elite 9.8 puts Shimano XT componentry on a TCT Carbon frame for similar light weight as the flagship Elite. Also available as a frame-only in Europe.
| Frameset | |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5" |
| Frame | TCT Black Carbon w/BB90 bottom bracket, "Drop In" headset bearings |
| Front Suspension | Fox F-Series Remote RL w/air spring, rebound, remote lockout, alloy steerer, 100mm |
| Wheels | |
| Wheels | Bontrager Race Lite Disc wheel system, centerlock, tubeless ready |
| Tires | Bontrager XR 1 Expert, 26x2.0" |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT Shadow |
| Crank | Shimano Deore XT 44/32/22 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG970 11-34, 9 speed |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Components | |
| Saddle | Bontrager Race Lite |
| Seat Post | Bontrager Race X Lite, 31.6mm, 5mm offset |
| Handlebars | Bontrager Race X Lite, flat |
| Stem | Bontrager Race X Lite, 7 degree |
| Headset | Cane Creek IS-3, 1-1/8" alloy cartridge |
| Brakeset | Shimano Deore XT Ti Custom |
| Accessories | |
| Extras | Trek fork sag meter |
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