Trek X-Caliber 8 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,069$
Weight | 13.06 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 XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
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, air spring, preload, rebound, TurnKey lockout, E2 tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6020
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6000, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10 speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 36/22
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 LW alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC2241 alloy, Boost141
Rims
Bontrager Duster Elite Tubeless Ready 28-hole, tubeless strips and valves sold separately
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 | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 635 mm | 674 mm | 689 mm | 710 mm | 732 mm | 746 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 600 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm | 628 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 420 mm | 436 mm | 453 mm | 468 mm | 482 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 597 mm | 613 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm | 668 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71.7 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.3 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | 1108 mm | 1123 mm | 1144 mm | 1166 mm | 1180 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 745 mm | 739 mm | 755 mm | 753 mm | 775 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
X-Caliber 8 completes the Trek X Caliber model. Trek released 60 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek X Caliber bikes models from 2018, here.
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 you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 1069$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that X-Caliber 8 price is 78.2% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Trek X-Caliber 8 it’s weighing 13.06 kg (28.79 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 5.32% less than X-Caliber 8.
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 RockShox 30 Silver TK is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The X-Caliber 8 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek X-Caliber 8 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.