2019 trek stache 7 specs3/4/2023 Trek gets a special shout-out for its increasingly broad and sophisticated line of Bontrager components. That said, the stock fork is plenty and more versatile. We also tried out a 140-millimeter fork, which some testers preferred for its handling on rowdy trails-an upgrade worth considering if you live somewhere like Sedona, Arizona. For an ultimate build, we’d probably lean toward 1×12 gearing, with a 50-tooth ring to ease the sting on steeps. And though the Stache is a hardtail, the combination of big wheels, slack head-tube angle (68.4 degrees), and 120-millimeter fork makes for a bike that’s ready for the most raucous trails.Īt $4,700, this bike is not cheap, but all the bits and pieces are high-quality, including SRAM Guide RS brakes, a SRAM X1 drivetrain, and a 120-millimeter RockShox Pike fork. The arrangement means that the Stache can’t accept a front derailleur, but that’s less of an issue here, since the low overall weight means 11 or 12 gears is plenty. The raised drive-side chainstay, which allows for a short (420 millimeter) back end that both fits the big wheels and makes the bike snap forward when you stomp on it, looks classy here compared with some other brands’ gawky renditions. Trek kept the geometry from last year’s alloy Stache and upgraded to carbon. The Stache, with its big wheels, is a dirt-gripping, rock-shredding, fast-rolling hardtail machine with few peers. Historically, the drawbacks have been extra weight, additional rolling resistance, and a lack of maneuverability, though Trek has largely eliminated these issues through smart design and materials. The tires also have the largest contact patch of anything short of a full fatty. Thanks to all that circumference, the wheels roll over objects with ease. Though there’s variance depending on brands and specs, these tires measure an inch or more taller than even the burliest 29er setup, some two inches taller than most 27.5+ setups, and 2.5 inches taller than normal 27.5 setups. ![]() In case you’re still stymied by the nomenclature, 29+ puts three-inch-wide tires on 29-inch rims. And after another half-year on the upgrade, it’s clear that the Stache stacks up to many full-suspension rides as well. I stand by my prediction that this bike will eventually make standard hardtails obsolete. It’s a hardtail for the big-hit, high-speed, no-limits crew. The Verdict: Anyone who complains that 29+ is too big and unwieldy has never ridden the Stache 9.8. And while the drivetrain is fine for what it is, a 1×12 with a 50-tooth granny would make it even better. What We Don’t: The low-profile Chupacabra tires roll fast but don’t have enough bite to keep up with the bike. But now Trek has gone to a carbon frame and wheels and lopped off almost 2.5 pounds. I suppose an ankle pad would be an option for a long-term fix.What We Like: The only complaint we had with last year’s alloy Stache 9 was its weight. I spaced out the bottom bracket and pedal a bit, which helped, but it didn’t fully solve the problem. This is because it’s right at the level of my back foot in descending position. The only challenge for me, personally, is that I tended to ding my right ankle on the raised chainstay when giving it too much English or getting bounced around on rocky sections. Plus, it doesn’t fit into any of today’s bike category boxes it’s a one-of-a-kind design and riding experience. It’s reminiscent of those early ‘90s front-suspension hardtails - like my trusty Yeti ARC with a RockShox Mag 21 - but the exaggerated tires and modern technology make it feel right at home on today’s black-diamond flow trails. It’s fun because it harks back to why we started riding in the first place.namely, for fun. ![]() There’s no question: the Trek Stache is a blast to ride. When all was assembled, it tipped the scale at 26.5 pounds, which is right in line with a high-end trail bike. Other component choices include the Selle SMP 209 saddle and Chris King NoThreadset headset. Many ways to dial and adjust these brakes on the fly Reed Apparently, this is something you have to get used to with a plus bike in order to get the most out of it. It should be noted that I bottommed the rear tire on the rim on pretty much every ride - often making a loud ping! noise - but never flatted or compromised the rim in any way. Altogether, the set weighs about 1,700 grams, and each tire weighs about 900 grams. The M6 series is designed for trail use, and with an internal width of 40mm, the 640s support tires ranging from 2.8 to 3.2 inches. ![]() I sent the XTR hubs to ENVE to be built with its M640 hoops. The wheel choice, then, was pretty clear. It’s a hardtail that you punish like a full-suspension bike for the pure fun of it (with the added benefit of efficient climbing out of the saddle). This isn’t an XC hardtail, nor is it a bike for Strava PRs. ![]() One of the themes of this Stache build is that everything needs to be burly.
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