Mr Perfect: Trek Supercaliber 9.9 XX1 AXS on test
Where you might get a new car from some car manufacturers, Trek offers a demonstration of what is technically feasible on a mountain bike for a whopping 12099 euros: system integration and carbon as far as the eye can see and the biggest bling from the box of luxury components. The second exception is the frame construction. With only 60 millimetres of travel at the rear and 100 millimetres at the fork, the Trek closes the gap between hardtail and fully. The World Cup successes of cross-country stars Jolanda Neff and Evie Richards show that the concept fulfils its purpose.
Conclusion on the Trek Supercaliber 9.9 XX1 AXS:
Max Fuchs, BIKE test editor: With the Supercaliber, Trek realises the racing concept without compromise. The rear suspension ensures maximum propulsion even without lockout. If you've got the money, this is the perfect package to get on and go.
All test results of the Trek Supercaliber 9.9 XX1 AXS in the big comparison test of the 9 race bikes from BIKE 6/2022 can be conveniently downloaded as a PDF below the article.
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