2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset vs 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The M is the 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your M 2018 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 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset in M, the 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset in M places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size M are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset M | 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 416 | 416 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 600 | 600 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.3° | 69.3° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 598 | 598 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 438 | 438 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 | 1110 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 58 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 316 | 316 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 743 | 743 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 419 | 419 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 90 | 90 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset. Full charts: 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset, 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Trek 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 | 2018 Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset | 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Gold | Trek Alpha Gold |
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