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  • Supercaliber 9.8
NEW 2020

Supercaliber 9.8

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$5,899.99 Model 28580

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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 Performance 32 Step-Cast fork for a capable ride that's flat-out fast and soaks up technical terrain. And it's trimmed with some of the best mountain bike components you can get, including a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain with carbon cranks, wider Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon wheels, and a Bontrager carbon seatpost and handlebar.

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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 with GRIP damper, and Trek's exclusive IsoStrut Fox Performance shock designed specifically for Supercaliber. Plus, dual remote suspension lockout, a SRAM GX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain with Truvativ Stylo carbon cranks, Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon wheels with 54-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for fast engagement, Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes, and a carbon seatpost and handlebar.

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.

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  1. Supercaliber is a World Cup-worthy bike that’s quick, capable of soaring through techy terrain, and nearly as light as a hardtail
  2. Our exclusive IsoStrut shock provides tuneable, damped suspension for a smooth and efficient ride
  3. Pivotless seat stays save on weight and actively bend to help soak up trail chatter
  4. Wider Kovee Elite 30 wheels provide better tire support so you can run lower pressure and get more traction

"The new XC race benchmark"

"It's simply everything you want from an XC race bike. If someone riding a Supercaliber beats you next season, take solace in the fact that their bike is faster than yours."

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"Does it deliver? Yes!"

"Locked out, Supercaliber climbs as well as a fully rigid bike, but with the fork and shock open, the bike has gobs of traction heading uphill and minimal pedal feedback in the suspension. Descending, it's much more sure-footed in technical terrain than a hardtail and feels like it has way more travel than it really does."

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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.

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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.

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Suspension Calculator

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

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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.

Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program

Every set of Bontrager carbon wheels is backed by the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program. In the unlikely event that you damage your Bontrager carbon wheels within the first two years of ownership, we’ll repair or replace them for free.

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Blendr stem

Bontrager stem technology lets you clip your gear directly to the stem for clean looks, maximum user friendliness.

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Specifications

*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted

Frameset
Mainframe 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, dual remote, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Kabolt axle, 100mm travel
Shock Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235x32.5mm
Wheels
Front Wheel Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Rear Wheel Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12mm thru axle
Tire Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20''
Drivetrain
Shifter SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle
*Crank Size: S
Truvativ Stylo Carbon Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost, 170mm length
Size: M, M/L, L, XL, XXL
Truvativ Stylo Carbon Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost, 175mm length
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit
Cassette SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-50, 12 speed
Chain SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Components
Saddle Bontrager Montrose Elite, titanium rails, 138mm width
*Seatpost Size: S
Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 330mm length
Size: M, M/L, L, XL, XXL
Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 400mm length
Handlebar Bontrager Kovee Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips ESI Chunky
*Stem Size: S
Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 13 degree, 60mm length
Size: M, M/L
Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 13 degree, 70mm length
Size: L, XL
Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 13 degree, 80mm length
Size: XXL
Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 13 degree, 90mm length
Headset Knock Block Integrated, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Brake Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc




  • Weight

    Weight
    M - 10.54 kg / 23.24 lbs
    Weight limit
    This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).
    • We reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colors, and materials.
    Bike and frame weights are based off Trek pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.

    Sizing & fit

    The charts below show our recommended sizes based on height, but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit. That’s why you’ll see some overlap in our recommendations. Not every rider who’s 5´8˝, for example, will fit on the same size bike. The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts at your local Trek retailer.

     

    Rider Height

    Inseam

    All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted.

    Frame size number Frame size letter A — Seat tube B — Seat tube angle Effective seat tube angle C — Head tube length D — Head angle E — Effective top tube F — Bottom bracket height G — Bottom bracket drop H — Chainstay length I — Offset J — Trail K — Wheelbase L — Standover M — Frame reach N — Frame stack
    15.5 S 39.4 70.0° 74.0° 9.0 69.0° 56.5 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 107.9 75.0 39.5 59.4
    17.5 M 41.9 70.5° 74.0° 9 69.0° 59.5 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 110.6 76.0 42.5 59.4
    18.5 ML 44.5 70.5° 74.0° 9 69.0° 61.0 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 112.1 76.0 44.0 59.4
    19.5 L 47.0 71.0° 74.0° 9 69.0° 62.5 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 113.6 78.7 45.5 59.4
    21.5 XL 50.8 71.0° 74.0° 10.5 69.0° 65.9 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 117.2 78.7 48.5 60.8
    23 XXL 54.6 71.0° 74.0° 12 69.0° 68.3 32.0 5.3 43.0 4.4 9.6 119.7 78.7 50.5 62.2

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