2021 Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset vs 2023 Santa Cruz V10 DH S

What changes on the Santa Cruz V10 DH S

Compared with the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset in M, the Santa Cruz V10 DH S in L places the top of the head tube 34 mm higher and 54 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 73 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+34 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

+54 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+73 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−0.5°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

n/a

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The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset numbers we have for size M are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Santa Cruz V10 DH S minus the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset. Full charts: 2021 Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset, 2023 Santa Cruz V10 DH S.

Where each sits in its class

Trek Session AL 27.5 FramesetSanta Cruz V10 DH S

Each bike is ranked against the other downhill bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.

What each ships with

The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.