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Trek Introduces 2013 Mountain Bikes – All New Stache, Revamped Superflys

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2013 Trek Stache alloy trail 29er hardtail mountain bike

While the new super light weight SL versions of the Superfly and Superfly 100 are likely to garner the most attention, Trek’s 2013 MTB line is about more than just light weight. Sure, Trek implemented the Apollo project for “a start-from-scratch, no-holds-barred, no-detail-too-small initiative to create the ultimate cross country race machine from the ground up,” but the all new Stache shows they’re thinking about riders who aren’t racers as well. With needed improvements to the Fuel EX,  reduced weight and increased compliance of the Superfly’s, and the all new Stache, Trek looks to have a very potent offering of bikes again, for 2013.

Check out the new bikes after the break.

2013 Trek Stache alloy trail 29er hardtail mountain bike
Ross Schnell with a mean 'stache on his Stache.

Trek’s 896g hardtail 29er frame is a pretty big deal, but we’ll get to that in a second – let’s talk about the Stache first. Presumably named for the incredible handlebar mustache Ross Schnell has been sporting for some time now, the Stache is all about what Schnell does best: having fun on a bike. The Stache is an all new 29’r hardtail with a purpose build trail geometry built around short chain stays, 120mm fork, and a 2×10 drivetrain. Add in stealth dropper post routing, ISCG 05 mounts, pressfit BB, tapered head tube, a 142×12 rear thru axle and you are left with one rad stache, er, bike. When it comes to 29ers, the Stache marks a departure from Trek’s XC oriented bikes of the past, in favor of a more capable, fun, 29’r do-it-all hard tail.

Initially, two models will be offered, one with a Fox QR15 fork and XT Shadow Plus rear derailleur and matching green Race Face Turbine crank, while the other will be equipped with a RockShox Maxxle 15mm, Shimano SLX Shadow Plus rear derailleur, and Race Face Ride cranks.

Strangely, there is still no mention of the rumored Roscoe long travel 29er. Does Trek have something up its sleeve for later in the year? Or has the Roscoe 29 been shelved for eternity? Stay tuned on that one.

2013 Trek Superfly SL lightweight carbon 29er mountain bike

Now, about that lightweight stuff. Trek states that in order to take as much weight as possible out of the Superfly and Superfly 100, a holistic approach was needed. Meaning, that simply tinkering with one or two parts at a time, trying to trim as many grams as possible from each simply wouldn’t work. The Apollo project meant the entire bike was subject to scrutiny, and eventually change. As a result, the changes to the Superfly SL meant a 30% reduction in surface area and a resulting weight of just 896 grams.

2013 Trek Superfly SL lightweight carbon 29er mountain bike

Of course, just because it’s lighter doesn’t mean it’s flimsy, as Trek claims the carbon wonder bike boasts increased stiffness thanks to a 142×12 rear thru axle, and a repositioned brake mount that bridges the gap between the chain and seat stays. While more stiff, supposedly both Superfly SLs are more compliant as well, thanks largely to the new roll-wrap seat tube which apparently doubles (!) the frames vertical compliance. Top it all off with a new carbon (yes, carbon) seat post clamp, and you have what is sure to be one of the lightest production 29’r hardtails on the market.

2013 Trek Superfly 100 lightweight full suspension carbon 29er mountain bike

Not to be left out, the Superfly 100 was put on a similar diet, resulting in the 1650g Superfly 100 SL. That’s a 22% reduction in weight if you’re counting. Granted, the frame’s rear wheel travel did come down from 110 to 100mm, in order to provide a more race oriented full suspension rig, none the less, it’s still impressive. As noted, the Superfly 100 SL also receives the roll-wrap seat tube and carbon seat post clamp to keep things compliant, and snug out back. In addition, the Superfly 100 SL touts the ability to run either RockShox or Fox remote shock lockouts, internally through the frame. Three carbon Superfly 100 SL models will be offered, with the aluminum Superfly 100 AL models still offered with new colors and components.

2013 Trek Fuel EX full suspension trail mountain bike

Last, but not least, the venerable Fuel EX. We’re slightly surprised to not see a 650b version of the Fuel, but it still receives some nice upgrades such as ISCG 05 tabs and stealth dropper post routing. This is all in addition to the travel being bumped back up to 130mm front and rear which just serves to increase the Fuel’s trail worthiness. Of course suspension duties are taken care of by Trek’s excellent DRCV shocks and forks – which apparently Trek offers volume adjusting spacers for now, which will allow you to custom tune the fork’s spring curve.

Seeming to illustrate that Trek believes that 29ers are still the best choice for really tall people, all of Trek’s 29ers shown here will be available in a XXL 23″ size, including the SL Superflies. The 26″ bikes? They still are only offered up to 21.5″.

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Habanero
Habanero
12 years ago

That new Super Fly looks a whole lot like a Santa Cruz Blur.

Justin
Justin
12 years ago

Damn, I was hoping to see the new Remedy and Slash here…gotta wait a little longer!

Spencer
Spencer
12 years ago

It sure does; it is carbon and has two triangles.
Pepper and I share the sentiment, enough with the wimpy road bike stuff. Bring on the real bendies.

Maria
Maria
12 years ago

No carbon 26er topfuel ?!

Vincent
12 years ago

Carbon rumblefish please !

Luke
Luke
12 years ago

A 26″ version of the Stache is something UK riders have been screaming for for years, it’s a shame they’ve not bothered with one with a normal wheel size.

Joshua
Joshua
12 years ago

Liking the Stache. Seems to be a great ‘everything everywhere” bike. Really dig the paint scheme.

“…it’s a shame they’ve not bothered with one with a normal wheel size.” – It is a normal wheel size. 26″, 650b/27.5″ (or whatever we are calling it) and 29″ are all normal, standard wheelsizes. Choose the one that fits you and your riding style/location. I ride in the upper Midwest USA (home trail: Cuyuna), the land of the 29er and the fatbike. A 29er might not be the best size for someone else or somewhere else in the world. I realize that. I wish others would realize that. Its a wheel size, not a religion.

Mirwin
Mirwin
12 years ago

@Luke, 26″ was ‘chosen’ as the original MTB wheel size way back ’cause the fattest tires only came in 26″. Technology moves ahead as have wheel sizes. I rode a 26er for XC/AM for 20+ yrs then bought my first 29er in Jan ’12 and love it… on Fromme, Seymour, Squamish, Whistler.

TigerMusky
TigerMusky
12 years ago

@Joshua:

I’ve ridden the Cuyuna system several times; both wheel sizes perform well on most trails there, but I’d lean towards a FS 26″ for the experts. Riding a 29″ hardtail, there’ve been occasssions I’ve found myself wishing I had a FS 26″ (or 27.5/650b – which I think would be PERFECT for Cuyuna).

mtb-blog.nl
12 years ago

I hope the Stache rides as good as it sounds.. the green crank shows attention for detail as well 🙂

b!tchie
b!tchie
12 years ago

Just wanted to complain like everyone else. I read the title of the article and assumed the bikes i wanted to see would be here, not the ones listed which have wheels that are too big/little/round and the paint is too subtle/over the top. Please write stories only about the things and brands I like. Until then, I will read articles and click on things that are not what I like or want and complain about it.

Ck
Ck
12 years ago

I’m liking the Stache on paper, that’s for sure. We’ll have to see how my credit card responds.

Ralph
Ralph
12 years ago

How short is ‘short’ in terms of the chainstays of the Stash? Geometry specs pleassee.

Nicholas
Nicholas
12 years ago

Kind of funny to see Schnell on a hardtail. The guy has run full suspension at SSWorlds and supposedly doesn’t understand why anybody would still ride hardtail. I guess he fits into the marketing plan.
Trek is banking on Stache + Schnell + Schnell’s Stache = $$
Have Trek taken the mustache fad too far?

Rosscoe
Rosscoe
12 years ago

“As a result, the changes to the Superfly SL meant a 30% reduction in durability and an astounding leap to the top of the Least Durable Mountain Bike List! ! !”

The Superfly 100 has shaved weight too? I feel sorry for all the Trek shop employees who will be apologizing to their loyal customers about how much their bikes are breaking on them.

Specialized may be too big of a company, but at least they make top-notch equipment that stands up to the rigors of real mountain biking.

Thank god for the Stache though. 120mm All mountain 29’er hardtails are the bee’s knees, pig’s feet, and angel’s wings. Soooooo much fun and simple to maintain. Kudo’s to Trek for that addition to the line.

bc
bc
12 years ago

I’ve sold ld both Trek and Specialized MTBs, and I can assure you that you’re equally likely to break either of their featherweight carbon frames.

Yerma
Yerma
12 years ago

The fact that they have reduced the travel and weight of the SF100 to clarify it’s use as a CC race bike makes me think the Roscoe is a pending reality. 120-140 travel 29ers are the fastest growth area for MTB’s. A carbon Rumblefish/Roscoe would fill a big hole in their lineup.

Trond
Trond
12 years ago

Does the 2013 Superfly 100 really have a 1650 gram frameweight? Including shock?

Dimi
Dimi
12 years ago

Le topfuel 9.9 toujours dispo en 2013???
on ne parle plus que des 29″ !!!! le topfuel est quand même un modèle de la marque et une icone du MTB

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