Supercaliber 9.6 - Trek Bikes (IE)

Overview

You want the incredible performance of our best cross country race platform, and prioritise getting Supercaliber's awesome frame and integrated suspension tech over having the blingiest parts.

An ultra-lightweight, full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with 60 mm of travel, a 100 mm RockShox Recon Gold fork and Trek's exclusive lightweight IsoStrut FOX Performance shock designed specifically for Supercaliber. Plus, a Shimano SLX/Deore 1x12 drivetrain, and Bontrager Kovee Comp 23 tubeless-ready wheels with a 108-tooth rear hub for instant engagement.

The Supercaliber 9.6 is fast, capable and efficient, and features IsoStrut – our game-changing integrated suspension technology. The most affordable model in the line-up gives you a solid parts spec that you can upgrade over time.

The 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 tunable, damped suspension for a smooth and efficient ride
Pivotless seat stays save on weight and actively bend to help soak up trail chatter
You'll never again have to wonder, "What's faster for this course, full suspension or hardtail?"

'A guaranteed head turner – either as the fastest bike of the day or simply winning over hearts and minds.'

'A thoroughbred cross country race bike. A light hardtail with the comfort of a fully. Truly the winner of 2020.'

Supercaliber earned top honours from BIKE Spain, whose editors said that this innovative ride delivered 'twice the highest performance' they'd ever tested.

"With 9 wins, some gold medals and rainbow stripes, the Supercaliber tops the list of most successful World Cup XC rigs."

Features

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 60 mm 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 integrated suspension gives you just enough travel to stay in control. It's fully tunable like a standard rear shock, but without the weight penalty of a full suspension bike.

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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.

Trek's Straight Shot frame design optimises 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.

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Shimano Deore brings even more adventure with a wider range of gear choices for the steep stuff, the fast stuff and the fun. With smooth riding, improved chain stability and sharp shifting, Deore heightens your mountain biking confidence and control so you can focus on the trail and enjoy the ride.

Space for two water bottles makes it easier to stay hydrated on long days.

Tubeless Ready rims and tyres make it easy to ditch the tubes so you get better traction, fewer flats and less weight. You're ready to roll straight out of the box with the included TLR rim strips, valves and sealant.

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This suspension calculator will help you optimise your suspension settings for your riding weight. Simply follow the steps to find your best set up.

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Specs

Frame	OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, IsoStrut, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Boost148, 60 mm travel
Fork	RockShox Recon Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, remote lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 100 mm travel
Shock	Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235 mm x 32.5 mm
Suspension lever	Fox 2-position dual lockout lever
Max compatible fork travel	120mm (531mm axle-to-crown)

Skewer rear	Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Tyre	Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless-Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29 x 2.20"
Rim strip	Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size	Frame: 29x2.20", Fork: See manufacturer

Shifter	Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Rear derailleur	Shimano SLX M7100, long cage
*Crank	Size: S, M Shimano MT511, 32T steel ring, 52 mm chainline, 170 mm length
Size: M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano MT511, 32T steel ring, 52 mm chainline, 175 mm length
Bottom bracket	Shimano MT500, 92 mm, PressFit
Cassette	Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Chain	Shimano Deore M6100
Max. chainring size	1x: 36T

Saddle	Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost	Size: S Bontrager Comp, 6061 alloy, 31.6 mm, 8 mm offset, 330mm length
Size: M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Bontrager Comp, 6061 alloy, 31.6 mm, 8 mm offset, 400 mm length
*Handlebar	Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width
Size: XXL Bontrager Kovee Elite, alloy, 35 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width
Grips	Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
*Stem	Size: S Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 60 mm length
Size: M, M/L Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 70 mm length
Size: L, XL Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 80 mm length
Size: XXL Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 13-degree, 90 mm length
Brake	Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 calliper
*Brake rotor	Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 180 mm
Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, XXL Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 160 mm
Rotor size	Max brake rotor sizes: 180 mm front, 160 mm rear

Weight	M - 12.25 kg / 27.01 lbs
Weight limit	This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).

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Winner – Mountain Bike category

'Dutch MTB of the Year'

'2020 Mountain Bike of the Year'

"Fastest World Cup XC bike of 2021"

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