Slash 9.7 pairs fast-rolling 29er mountain bike wheels with long-travel suspension to make one speed-hungry rig that's perfectly suited to both rowdy trail rides and enduro races. A full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and a smart spec with durable parts and Trek's game-changing suspension means you're getting amazing performance at fantastic value too.
It's right for you if...
You like ripping technical trails at warp speed and want a single bike with insane climbing and descending prowess for the gnarliest trails and enduro races. You prioritise frame and suspension performance above all else, and want a durable drivetrain that won't break the bank.
The tech you get
A full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame, a FOX Rhythm 36 Float EVOL 160 mm fork with GRIP damper and 150 mm of rear travel with a Fox Performance Float EVOL shock with Trek's ultra-responsive RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft damper. Plus, a mixed SRAM NX and GX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain, a Bontrager Line dropper post and Bontrager Line Comp 30 wheels with a 54-tooth Rapid Drive rear hub for fast engagement.
The final word
Slash 9.7 gives you heaps of speed and capability for a shorter stack of cash. You're getting a full carbon frame, a solid parts group and proven long-travel suspension for performance where you'll notice it most.
Why you'll love it
Don't confuse Slash 9.7 with other value carbon models on the market – this bike gives you our best full carbon frame and suspension with a workhorse drivetrain and wheels
RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft works faster than a normal shock, so it tracks the ground better and keeps you in control
Mino Link lets you adjust the geometry, so you get both an enduro race bike and an ultra-capable trail bike in one
It's equally at home between the tape and in the rugged wild – Yes, Slash is a race bike, but it's ridiculously fun on gnarly trail rides, too
Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
Frameset
Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, tapered head tube, Knock Block, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armor, ISCG 05, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 150 mm travel
Fork: Fox Rhythm 36, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 160 mm travel
Shock: Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv with Thru Shaft 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 230x57.5 mm
Wheels
Rear Skewer: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
*Tire: Size: S, M, L, XL
Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.40"
Size: S, M, L, XL
Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60"
Drivetrain
Shifter: SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle
*Crank: Size: S
Truvativ Descendant 6k Eagle, DUB, 32T steel ring, Boost, 170 mm length
Size: M, L, XL
Truvativ Descendant 6k Eagle, DUB, 32T steel ring, Boost, 175 mm length
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, 92 mm, PressFit
Cassette: SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Components
Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost: Size: S
Bontrager Line Dropper, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 345 mm length
Size: M, L, XL
Bontrager Line Dropper, 125mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 395mm length
Handlebar: Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 820 mm width
Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Elite, alloy lock-on
Stem: Bontrager Line, 35 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 50 mm length
Brake: SRAM Guide R hydraulic disc, 200 mm front rotor, 180 mm rear rotor
Brake Rotor: SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round-edge, 180mm
Weight
Weight
M - 13.93 kg / 30.72 lbs (with tubes)
Weight limit
This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).
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