2017 Trek X-Caliber vs 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The L is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your XXL Trek X-Caliber. 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 X-Caliber in XXL, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 11 mm lower and 23 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 32 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −11 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −23 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −32 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −7 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Only the Trek X-Caliber is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size L are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek X-Caliber XXL | Trek X-Caliber Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 472 | 449 | −23 mm |
| Stack | 620 | 609 | −11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.6° | 69.3° | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.0° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 673 | 634 | −39 mm |
| Chainstay length | 445 | 438 | −7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1179 | 1147 | −32 mm |
| BB drop | 53 | 58 | +5 mm |
| BB height | 316 | 316 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 848 | 753 | −95 mm |
| Seat tube length | 559 | 470 | −89 mm |
| Head tube length | 120 | 100 | −20 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Trek X-Caliber. Full charts: 2017 Trek X-Caliber, 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Trek X-CaliberTrek 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 X-Caliber7 | Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Gold | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Shifter | Shimano Acera M3000 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Acera, Shimano Acera M3000 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG20 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X9 | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano Acera M3000 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Formula DC-20 | not listed |
| Tire | Bontrager XR2 | not listed |
| Hub | Formula DC20, Formula DC22 | not listed |
| Rim | Bontrager Connection | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Acera M315 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Bontrager SSR | not listed |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 1.5 | not listed |
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