Trek is getting back into the clothing game and jumping back in at a premier level. This new Trek clothing (no longer Bontrager-branded) looks to challenge the top-tier lines in fit and sustainable fabric choices. The new clothing line looks to separate itself from the past with reduced material waste, less packaging, and a world-class ride feel.
Here’s how they did it…
Why Trek clothing, not Bontrager?
The first question that comes to mind is, why Trek? The line is more tailored and a bit more premium-focused than the Bontrager clothing of old — though they do use some of the same familiar Bontrager naming conventions, like RSL, Velocis, Circuit & Solstice. Once you see it all, it’s easier to understand.
Sustainability and fabric choices
A large part of the Trek clothing story is their more responsible choice of fabrics and a lessened environmental impact of clothing production. Clothing (particularly fast fashion, single-use consumer-style) is the 3rd most-polluting sector after oil & gas and agriculture & maritime shipping combined. In more precise terms — of the total fiber input used for clothing, 87% is ultimately incinerated or disposed of in a landfill.
To combat the waste that products like this have on the planet, Trek has included recycled materials in 100% of the new road line. By doing this, they claim to havesaved nearly 46 tons of landfill waste.
Environmental impact — Less packaging all around
Trek also switched up the packaging from large hang tags to smaller 100% recycled content that is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. They eliminated nearly 400lb of plastic laminates, just from jerseys & shorts hangtags compared to previous models. Remember all those silly chamois tech hangtags? Those are gone too, and by doing so, saved over 750lb of paper.
We’ve seen this move to more sustainable and compostable packaging with several smaller brands. And it is nice to see a large brand like Trek jumping on board, too.
New Trek Itailan-made chamois
The new Trek bibs and shorts all arrive with a redesigned Inform chamois, descending from Pro, Elite & Comp levels in the Solstice line. The new chamois is “Made of Italian materials and was developed in the Trek Performance Lab.” That being said, it’s hard to narrow down the factory just from the look, which is classic and not overly padded like some modern pieces (at least in the Pro Inform model).
The cut is narrow but hits all the crucial spots, with a wicking and soft outer material that is very noticeable on hot days.
2022 Trek Bibs and Shorts
The new Trek padded riding shorts line comes in three tiers and is available in both bibs (men & women) and shorts (men & women). What differentiates model-to-model is the fabric, compression, and grippers. Color options for the shorts are all black or deep dark blue — classic and should match most of your kit. Plus, there’s an all-new youth short for the lil’ shredder in your peloton.
Trek Velocis Bib/Short
- Ride Type: Great for rides up to 2.5+ hours / 50+ miles / 80km+
- Chamois: Pro inForm Chamois
- Lightweight, breathable fabric
- Fitted cut
- Low profile bib straps
- Raw edge leg opening
- Premium silicone leg grippers
- UV protection 50+
- Styles: Mens, Womens, shorts, bibs
- Colors: Black/Deep-Blue
- Price: $124
- Sizes: XS-XXL
Trek Circuit Bib/Short
- Ride Type: Great for rides up to 2.5 hours / 35 miles / 56km
- Chamois: Elite inForm Chamois
- Lightweight, breathable fabric
- Low-profile bib straps
- Raw edge cuffed leg opening
- Low-profile silicone leg grippers
- UV protection 50+
- Fitted cut
- 30-Day Unconditional Guarantee
- Styles: Mens, Womens, shorts, bibs
- Colors: Black
- Price: $125
- Sizes: XS-XXL
Trek Solstice Bib/Short
- Ride Type: Great for rides up to 1.5 hours / 20 miles / 32km
- STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX tested
- Chamois: Comp inForm Chamois
- Midweight, breathable fabrics
- Low-profile mesh straps
- Extended mesh waistband
- Cuffed leg band with a compressive fit
- UV protection 50+
- Fitted cut
- 30-Day Unconditional Guarantee
- Styles: Mens, Womens, shorts, bibs
- Price: $100
- Sizes: XS-XXL
2022 Trek Road Jerseys
The new Trek jerseys have two stories; updated fit & construction AND fabric crafted from recycled plastic water bottles. Each jersey varies in its recycled material content, and it goes all the way to the top.
The Trek RSL jersey boasts 95% post-consumer recycled poly and 5% pre-consumer recycled elastane in the main fabric. The Trek Solstice jersey is made from 100% recycled polyester.
The recycled material and elastane don’t seem to affect the fit or the function, especially in the Trek RSL jersey.
Trek RSL Jersey
- Fit: Pro-Fit Cut
- bluesign product and STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX tested
- Microfiber polyester materials on the front and back
- Full-length mesh side panels
- Elongated, raw-cut sleeves
- Full-length zipper
- Three open back pockets with built-in support
- 30-Day Unconditional Guarantee
- Color: Black/Dark Blue
- Price: $160
- Sizes: XS-XXL
Trek Circuit LTD Jersey/Circuit
- Fit: Fitted Cut
- STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX tested
- 37.5active-particle technology
- Raw edge sleeve with silicone gripper
- Three open back pockets plus an additional inset card pocket
- Drop-tail design with silicone gripper
- Full-length zipper
- UV protection 50+
- Color: Black/White, Charcoal/Black Deep, Blue/Red Mulberry/Blush
- Price: $75
- Sizes: XS-XXL
Trek Solstice Jersey
- Fit: Semi-Fitted Cut
- STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX tested
- Soft, breathable primary material
- Three open-back pockets
- Drop-tail design with silicone grippers
- Full-length YKK zipper
- Zipper garage and chin guard
- UV protection 50+
- 30-Day Unconditional Guarantee
- Color: White, Black, Yellow
- Price: $45
- Sizes: XS-XXL
Trek performance socks
Trek Race reflective sock: A reflective performance bike sock with a taller 5″ length and soft compressive yarn made with recycled materials.
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colors: Black/White/Yellow
- Price:$20
Trek Race crew sock: A performance bike sock with a taller 5″ length and soft compressive yarn made with recycled materials.
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colors: Black/White/Yellow/Red/Blue
- Price:$18
Trek Race quarter sock: A performance bike sock with a traditional 2.5″ length and soft compressive yarn made with recycled resources.
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colors: Black/White/Yellow/Red/Blue
- Price:$16
Check out all the colors and options on their website.
