Trek Supercaliber 9.8 XT 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,399$
Weight | 10.62 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 60mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 32
-
Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
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
OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & stays, IsoStrut, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Boost148, 60mm travel
Suspension Fork
Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, dual remote, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110, 15mm bolt-on axle, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235x32.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, long cage, 51T max cog
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12 speed
Crank
Size: S, Shimano XT M8100, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 170mm length; Size: M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano XT M8100, 32T alloy ring, Boost (52mm chainline), 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT500, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle
Tires
Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc
Disk Rotors
Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano RT76, 160mm, 6-bolt; Size: S, M, M/L, L, XL, Shimano RT76, 180mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
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
Handlebar
Bontrager Kovee Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips
ESI Chunky
Headset
Knock Block Integrated, 58-degree radius, cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
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, Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 400mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm |
| Front Center | 654 mm | 681 mm | 696 mm | 711 mm | 747 mm | 772 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 588 mm | 588 mm | 588 mm | 602 mm | 616 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 419 mm | 434 mm | 449 mm | 479 mm | 499 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 589 mm | 604 mm | 619 mm | 653 mm | 677 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 419 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1100 mm | 1115 mm | 1130 mm | 1166 mm | 1191 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 754 mm | 754 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 153 cm | 161 cm | 165 cm | 177 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 188 cm | 197 cm | 203 cm |
About this model
Supercaliber 9.8 XT belongs to the Trek Supercaliber model. 68 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Supercaliber bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Trek Supercaliber 9.7 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4799$. On the other hand, Trek Supercaliber 9.9 AXS 2020, is the most expensive and costs 11499$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6399$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 235.91% higher.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 10.62 kg (23.41 lbs), the Supercaliber 9.8 XT model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 16.76% lighter than the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Supercaliber 9.8 XT components
Fork
The Supercaliber 9.8 XT comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Float 32 fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Supercaliber 9.8 XT has a rear shock with a travel of 60mm. The model Trek IsoStrut is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on Supercaliber 9.8 XT are the 29″ carbon type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Supercaliber 9.8 XT comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 153 cm – 203 cm (5.02 ft – 6.66 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.