Trek X-Caliber 7 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
919$
Weight | 13.74 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Acera, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack & kickstand mount, Boost141, G2 Geometry
Suspension Fork
RockShox 30 Silver, coil spring, preload, rebound, TurnKey lockout, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M3000, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore M400
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera M3000, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-36, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano Acera M3000, 36/22
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC2241 alloy, Boost141
Rims
Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled
Tires
Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20? (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20?)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips
Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8? top, 1.5? bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 292 mm | 302 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 635 mm | 674 mm | 689 mm | 710 mm | 732 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 568 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 620 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 379 mm | 412 mm | 428 mm | 445 mm | 460 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 549 mm | 589 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 71.7 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1030 mm | 1047 mm | 1100 mm | 1115 mm | 1136 mm | 1158 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 722 mm | 737 mm | 731 mm | 747 mm | 745 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
X-Caliber 7 belongs to the Trek X Caliber model. 60 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek X-Caliber 7 Women’s 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 919$. On the other hand, Trek X-Caliber 9 2018, is the most expensive and costs 1579$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 919$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 107.29% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 13.74 kg (30.29 lbs), Trek bike is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 10.81% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
X-Caliber 7 components
Fork
The X-Caliber 7 comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the X-Caliber 7 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 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. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.