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Considering the light frameset and the equipment, the relatively high overall weight of the Trek Émonda is a little surprising. We suspect that one reason for this is the integrated handlebar/stem combo, as the in-house wheels are pretty average on the scales. The no-frills frame is not overly stiff, but is sufficiently stable for normal weight riders. Nevertheless, the slight compromises mean that the three-year-old design is relegated to a lower place by the competition. Even with its comparatively decent aero performance, it can't turn the tide.
However, to dismiss the Trek Émonda as a bad bike would be presumptuous. There are other criteria that speak in favour of the Trek. One is the good comfort of the seat post, which is slipped over the extended seat tube - its potential would be even better with slightly wider tyres. Hardly any other manufacturer offers a choice of eight sizes and six colours. If that's not enough, the Project One customisation programme allows you to design the paintwork and equipment yourself. A lifetime warranty on the frame and fork is a further argument in its favour.
Technical data and notes Trek Émonda SLR9
Manufacturer information
- Price: 11,999 euros >> available here
- Frame sizes**: 47, 50, 52, 54, 56 (tested size), 58, 60, 62 cm
Weights and geometry
- Total weight*: 6.8 kilos
- Weight frame/fork/headset bearing*: 863/417/82 grams
- Seat/top/head tube: 635/560/134 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR***: 567/388 millimetres/1.46
- Wheelbase/caster: 985/61 millimetres
Equipment
- Drivetrain/gear system: Shimano Dura-Ace (52/36, 11-30 t.) Brakes (Shimano Dura-Ace (160/160 mm))
- Wheels/tyres (weights)****: Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37/Bontrager R4 25 mm (f./h. 1,140/1,490 g)
Valuation
- PLUS: Many sizes and colours to choose from, generous guarantee
- MINUS: Relatively heavy wheels
TOUR grade: 2.1
*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.
Jens Klötzer
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