End up on the top of the podium or get the fastest strava times on your local trails with a bike made for flat out XC riding.
IsoStrut suspension is a new shock design from trek that minimises weight while also providing rear suspension.
29" carbon wheels are light, fast, and durable for the most efficient and capable ride.
Remote lockouts on the front and rear suspension allow you to lockout suspension when you don't need it and unlock it when it ge
Supercaliber 9.8 is a cross country race bike developed for podium-topping World Cup speed. Its category-defining setup features Trek's exclusive IsoStrut integrated shock and a lightweight Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast fork for a capable ride that's flat-out fast and soaks up technical terrain. And it's trimmed with some of the best mountain bike components you can get, including a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain with carbon cranks, wider Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon wheels, and a Bontrager carbon seatpost and handlebar.
It's right for you if...
You want to ride what the pros ride and you want to win. You’re looking for a bike that's built for shocking speed and capability on even the hardest cross country courses, and comes decked out with light, fast upgrades on everything from the fork to the drivetrain.
The tech you get
An ultra-lightweight, full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with 60mm of travel, a 100mm Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast fork with GRIP damper and Trek's exclusive IsoStrut Fox Performance shock designed specifically for Supercaliber. Plus, dual remote suspension lockout, a SRAM GX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain with Truvativ Stylo carbon cranks, Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon wheels with 54-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for fast engagement, Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes, and a carbon seatpost and handlebar.
The final word
Supercaliber 9.8 is an efficient and capable cross country race bike trimmed with an upgraded, high-performance parts spec. It's everything you love about a hardtail plus the added capability of IsoStrut — Trek's exclusive integrated shock.
Why you'll love it
frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, IsoStrut, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Boost148, 6 |
fork | Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, dual remote, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110 |
rear suspension | Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235x32.5mm |
wheels | Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive 6-bolt, Boost110 front, Boost148 rear |
tyres | Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20" |
shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
rear derailleur | Sram GX Eagle |
crank | Truvativ Stylo Carbon Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost |
bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit |
cassette | SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-50, 12 speed |
chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
saddle | Bontrager Montrose Elite, titanium rails |
seatpost | Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset |
handlebar | Bontrager Kovee Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 5mm rise |
stem | Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree |
grips | ESI Chunky |
headset | Knock Block integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
brakeset | Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc |
weight | M - 11.04kg / 24.33lbs (with tubes) |
tubeless tyre system | Bontrager TLR rim strip valves & sealant come pre-installed |
Ride Style | Cross Country |
Fork Brand | Fox |
Frame Material | Carbon |
Groupset Brand | Sram |
Groupset Model | GX Eagle |
Pedals Included | No |
FRAME | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, IsoStrut, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Boost148, 6 |
Fork | Fox Performance 32 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, dual remote, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, Boost110 |
REAR SUSPENSION | Trek IsoStrut, Fox Performance shock, air spring, DPS 2-position remote damper, 235x32.5mm |
Wheels | Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 54T Rapid Drive 6-bolt, Boost110 front, Boost148 rear |
TYRES | Bontrager XR2 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.20" |
Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur | Sram GX Eagle |
CRANK | Truvativ Stylo Carbon Eagle, DUB, 32T alloy ring, Boost |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, 92mm, PressFit |
Cassette | SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-50, 12 speed |
Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed |
Saddle | Bontrager Montrose Elite, titanium rails |
Seatpost | Bontrager Pro, OCLV Carbon, 31.6mm, 0mm offset |
Handlebar | Bontrager Kovee Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 5mm rise |
Stem | Bontrager Kovee Pro, 35mm, Knock Block, Blendr compatible, 0 degree |
GRIPS | ESI Chunky |
Headset | Knock Block integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
Brakeset | Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc |
Weight | M - 11.04kg / 24.33lbs (with tubes) |
Fork Travel | 0 - 100mm |
Tubeless Tyre System | Bontrager TLR rim strip valves & sealant come pre-installed |
Shock Travel | 0 - 100mm |
XC machine | End up on the top of the podium or get the fastest strava times on your local trails with a bike made for flat out XC riding. |
IsoStrut Suspension | IsoStrut suspension is a new shock design from trek that minimises weight while also providing rear suspension. |
29" Carbon Wheels | 29" carbon wheels are light, fast, and durable for the most efficient and capable ride. |
Remote Lockouts | Remote lockouts on the front and rear suspension allow you to lockout suspension when you don't need it and unlock it when it ge |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.