Trek X-Caliber 7 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
929$
Weight | 13.97 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, Sora -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, mechanically formed & butted tubing, race geometry, internal front derailleur routing, rack & fender mounts, G2 Geometry on 29ers
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 Acera
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera M3000, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG20, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano M3000, 40/30/22
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled rims
Tires
Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20" front, 29x2.00" rear (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20")
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Race
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 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 | 1.62 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 306 mm | 306 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 632 mm | 676 mm | 688 mm | 704 mm | 725 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 87 mm | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 595 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 346 mm | 375 mm | 407 mm | 422 mm | 438 mm | 452 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 554 mm | 596 mm | 614 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.3 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 394 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1027 mm | 1060 mm | 1110 mm | 1122 mm | 1138 mm | 1159 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 654 mm | 739 mm | 759 mm | 771 mm | 783 mm | 819 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
X-Caliber 7 belongs to the Trek X Caliber model. There are 60 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek X Caliber bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek X-Caliber 7 2017 has a starting price of 929$. Trek X-Caliber 9 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1279$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Trek X-Caliber 7 price was 929$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 105.06% lower.
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.
X-Caliber 7 weighs 13.97 kg (30.8 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 12.66% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
X-Caliber 7 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The X-Caliber 7 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek X-Caliber 7 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.