Trek Procaliber 9.6 Mountain Bike 2020 [Review]
Reviewed by Pedallers
Last Updated on September 2, 2020
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Trek Procaliber 9.6 Mountain Bike 2020 [Review]
The Procaliber 9.6 is a trail bike fit for an all-round enjoyable mountain biking experience. It is made up of lightweight carbon frame technology that facilitates top speed performance. The biker takes on rough terrains without getting tired easily with the excellent vibration absorbing fork. A hydraulic disc braking system and tubeless tires give it sufficient responsiveness, stopping power, and good traction. Smooth gear shifting ensures easy ascents and descents.
Features
Lightweight carbonized frame
The body structure of the Procaliber 9.6 is built from highly reliable OCLV Carbon. It is very light, helping the biker to travel at optimal acceleration levels, cope with day-to-day trail biking, and terrific reaction in tight alcoves. The frame is very easy to preserve. Merged as components of the frame are rack and fender props, which makes the packing of necessary items easy.
IsoSpeed Fork
With the anticipated rigors of off-trail biking, a good bike fork is very of paramount importance. This bike does not flunk in this respect. It is equipped with an IsoSpeed decoupling fork that soaks up all shock impacts on rough bike paths. As a result, a biker does not feel the quick onset of hand muscle weariness. It also gives biker more resilience and more composure. So, better performance on difficult landscapes is ascertained.
Tubeless tires
Procaliber 9.6 is furnished with tubeless-ready tires and rims. This is a confirmation that the tires are sufficiently worked out to bear with the varied terrains met during cliff rides. They provide considerable ground traction, resistant to sudden punctures, and are extremely light. The weightlessness and grip guarantee great bike control, body balance, and acceleration. The hydraulic disc brakes also complement the tires, by delivering adequate stopping capacity.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Sizes: small, medium, large, extra large and extra extra large
Weight: 11.05 kilograms
Weight capacity: 136 kilograms
Body frame: Carbonized, inner cable routing, 12mm axle, boost 148
Fork set: Rockshox, remote lockout mechanism, 100m maximum travel, steerer, offset 42mm, boost 110, IsoSpeed
Lower bracket: press fit, Shimano, 92millimeters
Crankset: stainless steel, Shimano, 30-tooth ring, MT 610
Chainset: 36-tooth
Pedal: Nylon, VP-536
Tires: Bontrager, 120TPI, tubeless-ready, Aramid beading, 29er
Front-wheel: Alloy, Bontrager, thru-axle 15mm, 110 boost
Back wheel: Alloy, Bontrager, center lock disc, thru-axle 12mm, covered bearing, 148 boost
Back derailleur: Shimano, 51-T
Bike stem: Bontrager, 7-degree elevation, Blendr supported
Rim: Bontrager, Kovee, tubeless-ready, 23mm wide, Presta, dual wall
Bike cassette: Shimano M7100, 12-speed levels, 10/51
Shift lever: 12-speed levels, Shimano, SLX
Brakes: Shimano, hydraulic disc, MT 401 lever, caliper MT 401
Headset: FSA integration, 1.5-inches low end
Handlebar: Alloy, 720mm wide, Bontrager, 5mm rise, 31.8millimeters
Hand grips: Trail comp, lock-on, Nylon
Seat post: Chrome rail, 138mm wide, Arvada
Seat cushion: Alloy, Bontrager, 400mm long, offset 8mm
Pros
- Affordable
- Aesthetic, solid build
- Light carbonized frame
- Great shock absorbing fork
- Great surface gripping tires
Cons
- A little expensive
- The saddle is not well padded for long-distance riding comfort
FAQs
How do you lock the fork without losing control?
You simply make use of the remote lockout suitably located on the handlebar
How many speed levels are on the drivetrain?
The Procaliber 9.6 is equipped with a 12-speed drivetrain
Conclusion
The Procaliber 9.6 is one mountain bike that is sought out by hardcore mountain bikers. This all-terrain bike has what it takes to make for an enjoyable mountain biking adventure. A light carbon frameset for fast travel coupled with a quality shock absorbing fork and an efficient hydraulic disc brakes makes it a popular choice. Though with a high price tag, it is money well spent in the end.
