2015 Trek Superfly 9.8 vs 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The ML is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your ML Trek Superfly 9.8. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the Trek Superfly 9.8 in ML, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in ML places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Superfly 9.8 numbers we have for size ML are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Superfly 9.8 ML | Trek X-Caliber Frameset ML | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 427 | 432 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 601 | 600 | −1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.6° | 69.3° | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 620 | 614 | −6 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 438 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 | 1126 | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 58 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 311 | 316 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 779 | 737 | −42 mm |
| Seat tube length | 444 | 444 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 100 | 90 | −10 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Trek Superfly 9.8. Full charts: 2015 Trek Superfly 9.8, 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Trek Superfly 9.8Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Each bike is ranked against the other XC 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.
| Part | Trek Superfly 9.89.8 X1 | Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek OCLV | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Fork | RockShox SID RL | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM X1 | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X1 | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1180 | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1130 | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 1400 X-Sync | not listed |
| Wheelset | Bontrager Mustang Pro | not listed |
| Tire | Bontrager XR1 Team Issue | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore XT | not listed |
| Headset | FSA IS2 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Rhythm Elite | not listed |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 3 | not listed |
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