2016 Trek Superfly vs 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The L is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your L Trek Superfly. 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 in L, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 8 mm higher and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +8 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +16 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Trek Superfly is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size L are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Superfly L | Trek X-Caliber Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 443 | 449 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 601 | 609 | +8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.6° | 69.3° | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.0° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 639 | 634 | −5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 438 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1131 | 1147 | +16 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 58 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 311 | 316 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 795 | 753 | −42 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470 | 470 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 100 | 100 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Trek Superfly. Full charts: 2016 Trek Superfly, 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Trek SuperflyTrek 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 Superfly16 | Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Dialed | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Chain | Trek Clarks C410 | not listed |
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