2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset vs 2015 Trek Superfly 9.7
The ML is the Trek Superfly 9.7 size closest to your ML Trek X-Caliber Frameset. 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 Superfly 9.7
Compared with the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in ML, the Trek Superfly 9.7 in ML places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −10 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size ML are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek X-Caliber Frameset ML | Trek Superfly 9.7 ML | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 432 | 427 | −5 mm |
| Stack | 600 | 601 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.3° | 69.6° | +0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 614 | 620 | +6 mm |
| Chainstay length | 438 | 435 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1126 | 1116 | −10 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 58 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 316 | 311 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 737 | 779 | +42 mm |
| Seat tube length | 444 | 444 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 90 | 100 | +10 mm |
Differences are the Trek Superfly 9.7 minus the Trek X-Caliber Frameset. Full charts: 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset, 2015 Trek Superfly 9.7.
Where each sits in its class
Trek X-Caliber FramesetTrek Superfly 9.7
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 X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset | Trek Superfly 9.79.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Gold | Trek OCLV |
| Fork | not listed | Fox Evolution |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano SLX |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano SLX, Shimano Deore XT |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano HG50 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X10 |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano SLX |
| Wheelset | not listed | Bontrager Mustang Elite |
| Tire | not listed | Bontrager XR1 Expert |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano SLX |
| Headset | not listed | FSA IS2 |
| Saddle | not listed | Bontrager Evoke 2 |
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