It's ideal for you if...
You want to get started in XC racing with a hardtail designed to climb like a rocket and handle the toughest terrain. You also want to save some money with a robust aluminum frame, and you don't mind upgrading components over time.
When you're ready to race, choose the Procaliber 8. This aluminum hardtail has a fast character, with modern cross-country geometry that tackles the toughest climbs and holds its own on descents over looser terrain.
The technology it incorporates:
A lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminum hardtail frame with modern XC geometry and a 148mm Boost axle for added stiffness under power. Smooth 120mm of front suspension for a smooth ride, courtesy of a RockShox Recon Gold RL fork with Debon Air spring, Motion Control piston, and lockout. A combined drivetrain with Shimano XT and SLX 12-speed components, Bontrager Kovee Tubeless-Ready wheels, a Bontrager Line dropper post with internal routing, and hydraulic disc brakes. Features: You'll enjoy modern geometry and 120mm of front suspension so you can keep attacking the climbs and descend with confidence. It combines the affordability of an aluminum hardtail with the performance of its carbon counterparts. You'll enjoy the perfect combination of components thanks to the Shimano SLX and XT shifting and hydraulic disc brakes. The 29-inch Tubeless Ready wheels allow for low rolling resistance and virtually no punctures.
Internal cable routing lets you ride quietly, minimizes maintenance, and gives a sleek look.
Specifications
Frameset
Frame Alpha Platinum Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, BSA 73, hidden rack and kickstand mounts, UDH, Boost148, 12mm thru-axle
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer tube, 42mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 120mm travel
Maximum compatible fork travel 130mm (540mm axle to crown)
Wheels
Front Hub Shimano TC500 aluminum, centerlock, thru-axle 110x15 mm
Shimano TC500 aluminum rear hub, centerlock, 148x12 mm thru-axle
Bontrager Switch thru-axle rear quick-release, removable lever
Bontrager Kovee rim, double wall, tubeless ready, 28 holes, 23 mm width, Presta valve
Maxxis Rekon Race tire, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.40”
Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz
Bontrager TLR rim tape
Max. tire size: Frame: 29x2.40": Fork: See manufacturer
Drivetrain
Shifter: Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speeds
Shimano XT M8100 rear derailleur, long cage
*Crankset
Size: S, M
E*thirteen Helix, 30T steel chainring, 73mm axle length, 52mm chainline, 170mm length
Size: ML, L, XL
E*thirteen Helix, 30T steel chainring, 73mm axle length, 52mm chainline, 175mm length
Shimano BB-MT501 BSA bottom bracket
Shimano SLX M7100 cassette, 10-51T, 12-speed
Shimano SLX M7100 chain, 12-speed
Nylon platform pedals VP-536
Maximum chainring size 1x: 34T (55 mm chainline), min 30T (52 mm chainline)
Components
Verse Short Saddle, chromoly rails, 145 mm width
*Seatpost
Size: S, M
Bontrager Line Dropper, 100 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 310 mm length
Size: ML, L
Bontrager Line Dropper, 150 mm travel, MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 410 mm length
Size: XL
Bontrager Line Dropper, 170 mm travel, MaxFlow, Internal cable routing, 31.6 mm, 450 mm length
*Handlebar
Size: S, M
Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width
Size: ML, L, XL
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, aluminum, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width
Trek Line Comp Grips, nylon lock-on
*Stem
Size: S
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree rise, 50 mm length
Size: M, ML
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree rise, 60 mm length mm
Size: L
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree rise, 70 mm length
Size: XL
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree rise, 80 mm length
Semi-integrated headset, sealed cartridge bearing, aluminum cups, 1-1/8" top and 1.5" bottom
Shimano hydraulic disc brake, MT4100 lever, MT410 caliper
*Brake rotor
Size: S, M, ML, L, XL
Shimano RT54, centerlock, 160 mm
Size: S, M, ML, L, XL
Shimano RT54, centerlock, 180 mm
Disc Size Maximum brake disc dimensions - Frame: 180 mm, Fork: see fork manufacturer
Weight
Weight M - 12.78 kg / 28.18 lbs (with TLR sealant, tubeless)
Weight Limit This bike has a maximum weight limit (combined weight of bike, rider, and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lbs).
