Trek Procaliber 6

The "Procaliber 6" model from the Trek brand from 2024 is a high-quality mountain bike that is characterised by its robust construction and well thought-out technical specifications. With a price of EUR 1299, it offers excellent value for money for ambitious leisure riders and beginners in the cross-country sector.

The frame of the Procaliber 6 is made of Alpha Platinum aluminium and has a tapered head tube and internal cable routing. Hidden mounts for pannier rack and side stand are also integrated. The frame is equipped with a BSA 73 bottom bracket sleeve, a UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) and a Boost148 12 mm thru axle, which provides additional stability and rigidity. The permissible total weight of the bike is 136 kg.

Braking power is provided by Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, which are equipped with Shimano RT10 Centre Lock disc mounts at the front and rear and a choice of 180 mm or 160 mm brake discs. The maximum brake disc diameter is 180 mm.

The gearing of the Procaliber 6 is provided by the Shimano Deore M6100 12-speed drivetrain, which enables precise and reliable gear changes. The gear lever is also a Shimano Deore M6100, which ensures seamless integration and easy operation.

The RockShox Judy Silver suspension fork with Solo Air air spring and TurnKey lockout offers a suspension travel of 120 mm and ensures optimum damping on uneven terrain. The fork has a tapered steerer tube, a 42 mm offset and a Boost110 15 mm Maxle Stealth axle.

The bike is fitted with VP-536 nylon platform pedals, which provide good grip and comfort. The crankset consists of a Shimano MT512 with 30 teeth and a 55 mm chainline as well as a crank arm length of 175 mm. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-MT501 with BSA thread. The cassette is a Shimano Deore M6100 with a gradation of 10-51 teeth.

The handlebars of the Procaliber 6 are a Bontrager aluminium model with a 31.8 mm diameter, 15 mm rise and a width of 750 mm. The grips are Bontrager XR Trail Comp with nylon clamp. The stem is a Bontrager Elite with a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm, Blendr compatibility, an angle of 7 degrees and a length of 80 mm.

The headset consists of a semi-integrated, open ball bearing with a diameter of 1 1/8" at the top and 1.5" at the bottom. The wheelset is a Bontrager Kovee with hollow chamber rims, tubeless ready, 28-hole and an internal width of 23 mm. The hubs are Shimano TC500 aluminium models with Center Lock disc mounts and thru axles (110 x 15 mm at the front and 148 x 12 mm at the rear).

The saddle is a Verse Short with steel rails and a width of 145 mm, while the seatpost is a Bontrager Line dropper with a 170 mm stroke, MaxFlow and internal cable routing. The seatpost has a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 450 mm.

The packaging dimensions of the bike are 24 mm in width, 82 mm in height and 153 mm in length. Other geometric data includes a reach of 50 mm, a stack of 64 mm, a seat tube length of 51 mm, a top tube length of 68 mm, a head tube angle of 67 degrees, a seat tube angle of 73 degrees, a head tube length of 12 mm, a chainstay length of 44 mm, a standover height of 79 mm and a wheelbase of 123 mm.

All in all, the Trek Procaliber 6 is a well-equipped mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality workmanship and well thought-out components. It is ideal for riders who are looking for a reliable and high-performance bike for a wide range of off-road use.