Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 Gen 2 – Carbon XC Race Bike 2025

Description

Race-Ready Performance: Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 Gen 2 (2025)

The Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 Gen 2 is designed for riders who want World Cup-winning technology without the professional-level price tag. Built with Trek’s OCLV Mountain Carbon, the SL frame provides a stiff, responsive foundation that excels on steep climbs and explosive sprints. At the core of the bike is the IsoStrut integrated shock, a structural suspension design that offers 80mm of efficient rear travel, giving you the traction of a full-suspension bike with the weight and snap of a hardtail.

The Gen 2 evolution brings more than just a carbon layup update; it features a modern longer and slacker geometry to handle increasingly technical XC courses. The 9.6 build is equipped with a 110mm RockShox Recon Gold RL fork and a dependable Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed drivetrain, offering smooth shifting across a wide gear range. This is the ultimate carbon XC race machine for privateer racers and high-speed trail enthusiasts alike.

IsoStrut Efficiency & Modern XC Geometry

The Supercaliber SL 9.6 stands apart thanks to its unique suspension architecture. The IsoStrut design eliminates the need for traditional linkages, reducing weight and maintenance while providing a plush, damped feel that preserves your energy. With 29-inch wheels and a dual remote lockout, you can instantly transform the bike from a supple trail-eater to a rigid sprinting platform. It is a high-performance 29er that bridges the gap between hardtail purity and full-suspension capability.

• OCLV Mountain Carbon Frame: Lightweight and durable carbon specifically tuned for cross-country racing.
• IsoStrut Integrated Suspension: 80mm of structural rear travel for maximum efficiency and power transfer.
• RockShox Recon Gold RL Fork: 110mm of front travel featuring a DebonAir spring and Motion Control damper.
• Shimano Deore/XT Drivetrain: A reliable 1×12 mix that balances high-end shifting precision with long-term durability.
• Dual Remote Lockout: Handlebar-mounted lever to simultaneously lock front and rear suspension for climbs.
• Tubeless Ready Wheels: Bontrager Kovee Comp 23 rims prepared for easy tubeless setup to reduce weight and flats.