Trek Émonda SL 5

Trek’s 2024 “Émonda SL 5” is a high-quality road bike that stands out for its excellent build quality and advanced technology. Priced at 2,999 EUR, this bike offers an impressive combination of lightness and stability. The frame is made from ultra-light 500 Series OCLV carbon, renowned for its perfect balance and optimised performance tubes. The tapered head tube and internal cable routing contribute to aerodynamic efficiency, whilst DuoTrap S compatibility and the flat-mount disc brake mount provide additional versatility. The 142 x 12 mm thru-axle ensures a stable connection between the frame and the wheelset.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 125 kg, whilst it weighs just 9 kg, making it one of the lighter models in its class. The front and rear Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes, each fitted with Shimano RT70 brake discs (Centre Lock, 160 mm), offer excellent braking power and control. The Shimano 105 R7120 shifter enables precise 12-speed shifting, supported by the Shimano 105 R7100 front derailleur in the brazed-on version with a down-swing mechanism.

The Émonda SL’s fork is made from full carbon and features a tapered carbon steerer tube as well as internal brake cable routing. The flat-mount disc brake mounts and the 12 x 100 mm thru-axle provide additional stability and control. The Shimano 105 R7100 crankset, with a 50/34-tooth ratio and a 170 mm crank arm length, is ideal for a variety of terrain. The threaded Praxis T47 bottom bracket completes the drivetrain, whilst the Shimano 105 7101 cassette with 11–34 teeth and the Shimano SLX M7100 rear derailleur ensure smooth power transfer.

The Bontrager Comp aluminium handlebars have a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm, a reach of 80 mm and a drop of 121 mm. With an upper bar width of 38 cm and a lower bar width of 42 cm, they offer a comfortable riding experience. The Bontrager Elite stem is also made from aluminium and is Blendr-compatible, allowing for easy integration of accessories. It has a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm, a 7-degree angle and a length of 80 mm.

The Bontrager Paradigm SL wheelset is tubeless-ready and has an inner width of 21 mm. The front axle measures 100 x 12 mm, whilst the rear axle measures 142 x 12 mm. The Verse Short Comp saddle, with steel rails and a width of 155 mm, provides additional comfort. The Bontrager seatpost is made of aluminium and has a seat tube offset of 10 mm.

The bike’s packaging dimensions are 23 mm wide, 119 mm high and 201 mm long. Other specific frame dimensions include a reach of 38 mm, a stack of 52 mm, a seat tube length of 45 mm and a top tube length of 52 mm. The head tube angle is 72 degrees, whilst the seat tube angle is 75 degrees. The head tube length is 11 mm, the chainstay length is 41 mm and the standover height is 71 mm. The bike’s wheelbase measures 97 mm in total.

In summary, the 2024 Trek Émonda SL 5 offers a well-thought-out design and high-quality components that are suitable for both ambitious amateur cyclists and professionals.