Trek Procaliber 6 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,889$
Weight | 12.38 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 Recon Gold RL
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, IsoSpeed, E2 tapered head tube, internal derailleur routing, balanced post mount brake, PF92, Boost148, G2 Geometry on 29ers
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold RL, Solo Air, remote lockout, fast black uppers, E2 tapered steerer, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, Boost110, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT M8000, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7020
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7000, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7000, 11-42, 11 speed
Crank
Race Face Aeffect, 36/26
Bottom Bracket
PF92
Chain
KMC X11-1
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, centerlock, Boost110
Rear Hub
Bontrager sealed bearing, centerlock, Boost148
Rims
Bontrager Duster Elite Tubeless Ready 28-hole, tubeless strips and valves sold separately
Tires
Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, 120 tpi, aramid bead, 29x2.20? (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20?)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M425 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
FSA IS-2, 1-1/8? top, 1.5? bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
Seatpost
Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 8mm 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 | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 633 mm | 669 mm | 684 mm | 703 mm | 725 mm | 737 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 606 mm | 630 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 414 mm | 429 mm | 444 mm | 459 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 601 mm | 619 mm | 640 mm | 661 mm | 675 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.3 ° | 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 ° | 69.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | 1100 mm | 1115 mm | 1134 mm | 1156 mm | 1168 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 755 mm | 752 mm | 766 mm | 780 mm | 818 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Procaliber 6 is part of the Trek Procaliber model. Trek released 63 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Procaliber bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Procaliber 6 2018 has a starting price of 1889$. Trek Procaliber 9.9 SL Race Shop Limited 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8499$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Trek released this model in 2018, its price was 1889$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 0.85% smaller.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 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.
Procaliber 6 weighs 12.38 kg (27.29 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 0.16% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
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
This bike has the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The Procaliber 6 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 overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Procaliber 6 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.