The drivetrain is SRAM’s GX 11-speed which has already proven itself to be reliable, but the new Level T brakes were a first for me having only ridden the higher end Levels so far this year. Spec wise the Stache seemed super solid out of the box. They do feature a new take on the thru-axle which initially I found extremely annoying as I could never seem to get the wheel in or out in under two minutes, but once you get your head around it, it’s actually pretty simple and fast. It had been many years since I had ridden a Manitou fork and the last time left me pretty underwhelmed, so I was curious to see how far they’d come. Adjustable dropouts allow for single speed setup or if you just wanted to play with chainstay length you could get this thing as short as 410mm before the tyre got a bit close to the seat tube.īeing an industry super-power Trek were also able to get suspension manufacturers on board for the Stache project and the 7 features the new Manitou Magnum 34 with 130mm of travel and more than enough clearance for the 3.0 rubber, even if you get them caked in mud. An elevated drive side chainstay that allows for maximum frame stiffness and strength, while allowing just about the shortest rear end we’ve ever seen on a test bike, regardless of wheelsize, at 420mm. The Stache features Trek’s patented Mid-stay. Some, like the Santa Cruz Heckler, are still around today. Cast your mind back (if you remember such things) to the 1990s and the myriad of elevated-chainstay bikes available. One problem that Plus bikes, and mountain bikes in general, have struggled with is the question: “How do we keep the rear end super short, but still have room for tyre, frame and chain ring all in that compact little zone around the drive side bottom bracket?” The removal of allowances for front derailleurs on many bikes over the last couple of seasons has helped - but clearances always walk a fine line with Plus bikes. The 29x3.0” rubber is the first thing that will grab the attention of riders and passers-by alike, but there are some very interesting details in this thing that you may not have ever seen before in a bike. The Stache is an interesting looking beast. We got our hands on the mid-spec alloy Stache 7 and got busy finding out how they went. With their Stache models, Trek aim to redefine the 29+ genre with a range of bikes that are super comfortable and roll extremely well - but handle like a trail bike should and don’t weigh a tonne. The options have remained slim since then however, mostly due to the lack of suspension fork options, and 29+ has been the domain of the bikepacker who had very little need for a light, nimble bike as long as it could roll through hell and back. In truth the 29+ category predates the rise of other Plus bikes by some years, first being brought to life by Surly in 2012 with their Krampus. It's built with solid components that will hold up for all the good times on the trail.Words: Adam Macbeth Photos: Tim Bardsley-Smith The short chainstays deliver a lively ride and quick acceleration, while the mid-fat tyres grip loose terrain relentlessly and steamroll over obstacles. Plus, it has a Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain, a Manitou Machete 32 Comp forks. The wide 3˝ tires mounted to 50 mm SUNringlé rims (Tubeless) deliver unbelievable traction, but are still spry enough to pop off jumps and scramble up climbs. You prioritise solid, dependable parts over the latest high-priced gadget, and want a bike that you can take anywhere, from gravel bike-packing adventures to marathon single-track days to gnarly, rocky routes.Īn Alpha Platinum Aluminium frame with innovative features like an elevated mid-stay, Stranglehold dropouts and Boost hub spacing for tons of tire clearance. You ride because riding is fun, and you don't want to fuss with a full-suspension rig. This mountain bike is equipped with a burly suspension fork to keep you on your line when things get rowdy and a frame that delivers a lively and fun ride with its astonishingly short chainstays. It's a trail hardtail that rolls on 3˝ mid-fat tires for monster-truck traction on rough and loose terrain. With Stache 5, you don’t have to pay a big cover charge to get into the 29+ party. Will ship within country at buyers expense. Rear and front bearings are brand new and have been completely serviced. Upgraded bottom bracket to a RaceFace bottom bracket. Killer deal at this price, bike is awesome! 2017 Trek Stache 5- Size Medium- excellent condition with upgrades.
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