Bergamont Trailster 6 petrol blue/black/gold

The “Trailster 6 petrol blue/black/gold” model from Bergamont, released in 2020, is a high-quality mountain bike designed specifically for challenging trails and descents. Priced at 2,599 EUR, it offers a wide range of technical features that appeal to both experienced cyclists and ambitious beginners.

The Trailster 6’s frame is constructed from an ultra-light AL-6061 tube set and offers 145 mm of suspension travel. The bike weighs a total of 15 kg, making it light enough for excellent handling yet robust enough to withstand the demands of the terrain.

The braking system comprises Shimano BR-MT420 hydraulic disc brakes with 4-piston calipers and SM-RT54 rotors, each with a diameter of 180 mm at both the front and rear. The brake levers are Shimano BL-MT401, which are also hydraulic. This combination ensures reliable and powerful braking performance in a wide range of conditions.

The Sram SX Eagle system is used for gear changes, offering a 1x12-speed drivetrain. The shifter is a Sram SX Eagle trigger shifter. The crankset consists of a SRAM X1 1000 Eagle with a 32-tooth chainring, whilst the cassette is a SRAM PG 1210 Eagle, covering a range of 11–50 teeth. The bottom bracket is a SRAM DUB BB92, press-fit.

The bike’s suspension is provided by a RockShox 35 Gold RL fork with 160 mm of travel and a Manitou McLeod rear shock with Incremental Platform Adjustment and rebound damping. This combination ensures excellent damping and control on uneven terrain.

The handlebars are Syncros Hixon 2.0 mini riser bars with a height of 12 mm and a width of 780 mm, fitted with Syncros Pro lock-on grips. The stem is a Syncros FL2.0 with an angle of +/-6°. The headset is a BGM F13-X A-Headset, semi-integrated and tapered.

The wheelsets consist of Alex EXR 30 rims with a width of 30 mm and are fitted with Maxxis Minion DHF and Maxxis Agressor tyres, both in size 29x2.30” and tubeless-ready. The hubs are BGM Pro models with CentreLock disc mounts, featuring a 15x110 mm axle at the front and a 12x148 mm axle at the rear. The spokes are made of black stainless steel.

The saddle is a Syncros XM2.5, mounted on a Syncros Duncan 2.5 dropper post with a 150 mm travel (125 mm for frame size ‘S’).

Overall, the Bergamont Trailster 6 offers a well-thought-out combination of high-quality components and clever design, making it a reliable companion on challenging trails.