Trek X-Caliber 7 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,019$
Weight | 13.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
137cm - 155cm
SM
153cm - 166cm
MD
161cm - 172cm
MD/LG
165cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 188cm
XL
186cm - 197cm
XXL
194cm - 203cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack & kickstand mount, Boost141, 5mm QR
Suspension Fork
Size: S, RockShox 30 Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, tapered steerer, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel; Size: M, M/L, L, XL, RockShox 30 Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, tapered steerer, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M4000, long cage, 36T max cog
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M4020, e-type, side swing, front pull
Shift Levers
Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano Acera M3000, 9 speed; Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano Acera SL-M3010, 2 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-36, 9 speed
Crank
Size: S, Shimano MT210, 36/22, Boost, 170mm length; Size: M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano MT210, 36/22, Boost, 175mm length
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Rear Hub
Formula DC-2241, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, Boost141, 5mm QR
Rims
Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20mm width, presta valve
Spokes
14g, stainless steel, black
Tires
Size: S, Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.20''; Size: M, M/L, L, XL, Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.20''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Disk Rotors
Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano RT26, 160mm, 6-bolt; Size: L, XL, Shimano RT26, 180mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Size: S, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length; Size: M, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: M/L, L, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: XL, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Headset
Semi-integrated, loose ball bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length; Size: M, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 360mm length; Size: M/L, L, XL, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 292 mm | 302 mm | 311 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 633 mm | 677 mm | 693 mm | 713 mm | 735 mm | 749 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 88 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 568 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 620 mm | 620 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 379 mm | 412 mm | 428 mm | 445 mm | 460 mm | 474 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 549 mm | 595 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm | 652 mm | 666 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1030 mm | 1047 mm | 1103 mm | 1119 mm | 1139 mm | 1161 mm | 1175 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 48 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 692 mm | 718 mm | 742 mm | 751 mm | 751 mm | 762 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 137 cm | 153 cm | 161 cm | 165 cm | 177 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 155 cm | 166 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 188 cm | 197 cm | 203 cm |
Model Overview
X-Caliber 7 is a Trek X Caliber model. There are 60 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek X-Caliber 7 2020 has a starting price of 1019$. Trek X-Caliber 9 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1579$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 1019$. In conclusion, this bike price is 86.95% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
considerably heavier than average, X-Caliber 7 has a weight of 13.8 kg (30.42 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 11.29% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox 30 Silver TK model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the X-Caliber 7 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek X-Caliber 7 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 7 sizes. They vary from 137 cm – 203 cm (4.49 ft – 6.66 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.