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Big FootCarbon Enduro Trek Slash 29

Peter Nilges

, Sebastian Brust

 · 18.07.2016

Big Foot: Carbon Enduro Trek Slash 29Photo: Sterling Lorence,Trek
Big Foot: Carbon Enduro Trek Slash 29
The Trek Slash 29 is the new enduro race bike in Trek's MTB range. Only one frame in carbon, only for 1x drivetrains and only with 29-inch wheels - here is the first information.
The new Trek line: The straight down tube saves weight and is designed to provide stiffness.Photo: Trek,Sterling Lorence The new Trek line: The straight down tube saves weight and is designed to provide stiffness.

The new Trek Slash 29 - like the Fuel EX and Remedy models - will only be available in one frame version, optimised for one wheel size. Two models are planned that roll exclusively on large wheels.

After abandoning 29-inch wheels on the Remedy, this step comes as a surprise. However, tests with Tracy Moseley and Justin Leov should prove beyond doubt that 29ers are the better choice for enduro racing, roll easier and make the bike faster. Guido Anderwert from Trek explains the most important innovations in the video here:

Like its predecessor, the new Trek Enduro will also be available in two versions, although the full carbon frame is identical. The Slash 9.8 comes with Rock Shox suspension, Sram X1 1x11 drivetrain and Sram Guide R brakes. The top model Slash 9.9 RSL (Race Shop Limited) will be available with Fox suspension, Guide Ultimate Carbon and X01 1x12 Eagle drivetrain from Sram and new Bontrager carbon wheels in the Boost standard.

Without front derailleur: 1x11 or 1x12 drivetrains must suffice for enduro racers.Photo: Trek,Sterling Lorence Without front derailleur: 1x11 or 1x12 drivetrains must suffice for enduro racers.

Update: Prices, weights and availability

We have now also received the euro prices: the top version, the Slash 29 9.9 RSL, will cost 7499 euros, while the 9.8 model will be available for 5499 euros according to Trek. The frameset of the new Slash 29 including the Fox Factory Float X2 shock will change hands for 3699 euros.

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Trek specifies the weight of the new Slash 29 at around 12.8 kg for the 9.9 RSL, 13.1 kg for the 9.8 model and 2.7 kg for the frameset - in each case based on the 17.5 inch frame size. The new Trek Enduro will be available from October 2016. More information will be available soon at BIKE.

The geometry of the new Trek Slash 29 at a glance.Photo: Hersteller The geometry of the new Trek Slash 29 at a glance.

Our first impression: The Slash 29 definitely makes a potent impression and offers key data such as a head angle adjustment of 65.1 or 65.6 degrees and 434 mm or 433 mm chainstay length.

Trek Slash 29 Details

  • Range of use: All Mountain / Enduro Race
  • Rear suspension travel: 150 mm
  • Front suspension travel: 160 mm (can be lowered to 130 mm)
  • Wheel size: 29 inch
  • Tyre width: 29 x 2.4 inch
  • Rim width: 30 mm
  • Steering angle: 65.6 or 65.1 degrees (adjustable, with 160 mm fork)
  • Frame material: Carbon
  • Metric damper
  • 148 mm Boost hub standard
  • Four frame sizes: 15.5 to 21.5 inches (15.5 to 20.5 inches effective)
The FSA Knock Block headset limits the steering angle and prevents the fork crown from crashing into the down tube.Photo: Trek,Sterling Lorence The FSA Knock Block headset limits the steering angle and prevents the fork crown from crashing into the down tube.
Trek calls its geometry adjustment by 0.5 degrees Mino Link. The chip is located in the bearing between the seat stay and the rocker arm.Photo: Trek,Sterling Lorence Trek calls its geometry adjustment by 0.5 degrees Mino Link. The chip is located in the bearing between the seat stay and the rocker arm. Massive bottom bracket area for more stiffness and shorter chainstays compared to the predecessor.Photo: Trek,Sterling Lorence Massive bottom bracket area for more stiffness and shorter chainstays compared to the predecessor.
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