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Trek Remedy 29 9 review

Big-wheeled bruiser with running back moves

This article originally published on BikeRadar

Trek took its sweet time introducing 29er versions of its popular Fuel EX and Remedy models. While we were impressed with the former at the company's recent launch event in Sedona, Arizona, it was the Remedy's awesome capabilities that truly blew us way.

Big, fat tires, 140mm of well-tuned suspension and a gloriously stout front end yield supreme confidence to let you barrel over trail obstacles with reckless abandon, but the Remedy 29's fantastic handling also gives it the grace and agility to mean you don't have to.

Ride & handling: Big bones but light on its feet

Trek's 26in Remedy was already a capable machine, but the 29in version is even more so. Our top-end Remedy 29 9 tester was wonderfully stout and solid from tip to tail, and it's especially noticeable up front, given the burly aluminum front triangle, usefully wide 750mm aluminum handlebar, and sturdy Fox 34 Float fork.

Add it all up and you get a wonderfully predictable front end that you can truly drive hard into rough terrain, confident that the line you chose is the one the front wheel will follow.

Charging down the tricky Highline descent in Sedona, Arizona – with its myriad drops, steep chutes, and variable grip – was simply no problem. The bike barrels over square-edged rocks without missing a beat, and rails rough corners with far more confidence than a visual inspection of the trail conditions would normally allow.

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That stiff front end paid dividends even at slower speeds on the far more treacherous Hangover trail, where misplacing your tires by just a centimeter can mean the difference between making it around a corner or tumbling down a steep rocky face. Few places we've ridden illustrate the 'look where you want to go' edict so well.

As on the previous Remedy, rear suspension performance was excellent, with a supple feel off the top, a deep well of useful travel thanks to the Trek-exclusive DRCV-equipped rear shock, and good bottom-out control (which we used more than once). It's a lively feeling rear end, too, with lots of mid-stroke pop to help spring you out of bermed corners and dips in the trail.

Surprisingly, we found the new Remedy 29 to actually feel more nimble than the 26in version, despite having a similar bottom bracket height and chain stays that are about 12mm longer. While the 26in Remedy feels tall and is occasionally slow to transition from edge to edge, the 29 feels lower to the ground and quicker to change direction at speed. Some credit, perhaps, goes to the longer top tubes and shorter stems relative to comparably sized 26in Remedy models.

As always, very tight confines expose the long-travel 29er's greater overall length. But, even then, Trek has done a good job of making the 29 minimally cumbersome. Thanks to an increased-offset fork crown, the trail dimension is nearly identical to that of the 26in bike, so the front end feels appropriately light and not at all floppy.

There's no getting around the heft of the new Remedy 29 9, though. It has a total weight of around 13.5kg (29.76lb) for a 17.5in frame without pedals, and nearly 3.5kg (7.72lb) wheels and tires (not to mention the increased inertia given the larger diameter). So don't expect to set any acceleration records, but the bike pedals impressively well, especially for a model with this much capability.

Maintain a steady pace and you can rest assured that the rear end will faithfully claw its way up steep and rocky climbs. The active suspension does an excellent job of maintaining traction, too, and we rarely switched the Fox Float CTD rear shock out of the fully open mode, even on the fireroad climb up to the Hangover trailhead.

Trek sticks with its tried-and-true rear suspension design

Frame: Burly aluminum construction plus Trek's trademark suspension

Trek made no mention of a carbon Remedy 29 chassis – although you can bet the farm that one is coming – but there's little to complain about with the all-new aluminum one. While we can't comment on the frame weight (we weren't able to tear one down for an actual measurement at the launch event), it's unquestionably rigid, with large-diameter, hydroformed tubing throughout and corresponding oversized stays to maintain that stiffness from tip to tail.

Subtle details include the S-bend down tube that creates enough room for a water bottle cage, and the steeply sloped top tube and short strut that reinforces the seat tube while leaving plenty of standover clearance.

Trek applies its usual bag of suspension tricks to the new Remedy 9's rear end, including the Full Floater dual-dynamic shock mounts for a more finely tuned spring rate, ABP (Active Braking Pivot) concentric rear dropout pivots that supposedly reduce the effects of braking on suspension performance, and the magnesium Evo rocker link that ties the seat stays to the shock.

A pair of flippable chips at the rear of the Evo link allow for slightly adjustable frame geometry, too, with the low position offering a 67.5-degree head tube angle and 350mm (13.78in) bottom bracket height. The high position delivers a steeper 68.3-degree head tube angle and raises the bottom bracket by 9mm. We did our testing with the bike set in the low position.

Other details include a mix of internal and external cable routing – including a port for stealth-style dropper posts, a tapered 1 1/8in to 1 1/2in head tube, a 92mm-wide bottom bracket shell with press-fit cups for use with standard 24mm-diameter spindles, cartridge bearing pivots and aluminum hardware throughout, and molded plastic guards for the down tube and driveside chain stay.

Equipment: Fantastic Shimano Deore XT group and solid kit but weighty wheels

The build kit on the Trek Remedy 9 29 is unapologetically workhorse. Included in the mix is a nearly complete Shimano Deore XT 2x10 group (a KMC X10 chain is the only substitution) and a RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper seatpost with Trek's Bontrager house brand filling in the rest.

As usual, the Deore XT drivetrain was utterly flawless, with precise chain movement, excellent tactile feedback from the trigger shifter paddles, and quiet running even after hours in the ultra-fine Sedona dust.

Ditto for the matching hydraulic disc brakes, which provided tremendous power (partially thanks to 180mm rotors front and rear) as well as fantastic control – which we tested thoroughly on the Hangover trail's steep, shear rock descent.

We had no issues with the majority of the Bontrager gear. The Rhythm Pro stem was sturdy with its generously proportioned extension and beefy handlebar clamp, the Race Lite aluminum bar was pleasantly rigid and usefully wide at 750mm across, and while the foam seemed softer than on aftermarket versions, the Evoke 2 saddle was still comfortable after our third ride of the day.

Bontrager has made enormous leaps forward with its tires in recent years. The Remedy 9 29's XR3 Team Issue treads were meaty and grippy, with their well-reinforced knobs clawing tenaciously into the loose Arizona ground. They're also reasonably light considering the true 2.3in width and carry speed well. We wished for a slightly softer compound on bare rock, though.

The wheels are a bit more disappointing. Currently, Trek's website lists the stock wheelset as the new Bontrager Rhythm Elite model with its trick Rapid Drive rear hub, but that's a typo – production bikes are actually coming with the old model, complete with about 200g of extra mass and a far slower-engaging rear hub. We tested the Remedy 29 9 with both old and new wheelsets and the new one is noticeably better.

Price: US$4,729.99/£3,799 Weight: 13.50kg (29.76lb, 17.5-inch frame size, without pedals) Pros: Very stiff and predictable chassis, fantastic handling, great suspension, superb drivetrain and brakes Cons: Heavy wheels dull the otherwise sharp reflexes BikeRadar verdict: TBD pending longer-term testing More information: www.trekbikes.com

Complete bicycle specifications

Frame: Trek Remedy 29, 140mm travel Available sizes: 15.5, 17.5 (tested), 19, 21, 23-inch Rear shock: Fox Float CTD DRCV Performance Series Fork: Fox 34 Float 140 CTD FIT, Factory Series, 15QR dropouts Headset: FSA No. 57E, tapered 1 1/8-to-1 1/2-inch Stem: Bontrager Rhythm Pro Handlebars: Bontrager Race Lite Low Riser, 750mm Tape/grips: Bontrager Rhythm lock-on Front brake: Shimano Deore XT BR-M785 w/ 180mm SM-RT86-M rotor Rear brake: Shimano Deore XT BR-M785 w/ 180mm SM-RT86-M rotor Brake levers: Shimano Deore XT BL-M785-L Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT FD-M781-D Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus RD-M786-SGS Shift levers: Shimano Deore XT SL-M780 Cassette: Shimano Deore XT CS-M771-10, 11-36T Chain: KMC X10 Crankset: Shimano Deore XT FC-M785, 38/24T Bottom bracket: Shimano press-fit Pedals: n/a Wheelset: Bontrager Rhythm Elite TLR Disc 29 Front tire: Bontrager XR3 Team Issue, 29x2.30-inch Rear tire: Bontrager XR3 Team Issue, 29x2.30-inch Saddle: Bontrager Evoke 2 Seat post: RockShox Reverb Stealth

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Trek Remedy 8 in review

The Trek Remedy 8 made it to the very top of the group test. It impressed all of our test riders with its outstanding performance, deserving the title Best in Test. But what makes this bike so special?

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Last year, Trek gave the Remedy a complete overhaul. Gone is the full-floater suspension, though the linkage still hinges around the rear axle. This decouples the braking forces from the suspension so that both can work independently of each other. Apart from this, the geometry has also been refined. Despite the reasonable price of € 2,999 and traditional distribution model, Trek has managed to spec the Remedy 8 with good quality components. We were particularly impressed by the RockShox Lyrik fork, but the GX Eagle drivetrain is just as rare a sight on bikes in this segment. The componentry is rounded off by plenty of in-house Bontrager parts. Fortunately, the much-criticised dropper post has been revised and now performs just fine. At the back of the Remedy, there’s a RockShox Deluxe shock featuring Trek’s RE:active technology. Even with the climb switch engaged, the shock responds sensitively to small irregularities in the trail. However, it does so without Trek’s Thru-Shaft system, as featured on their more expensive carbon models. We didn’t use the Mino-Link on the seat stay to adjust the geometry – the slack setting was ideal. There are additional bosses on the top tube to mount something like the Wolf Tooth B-RAD system to carry a spare tube and tools – very nice!

The Trek Remedy 8 in detail

Fork RockShox Lyrik RC 160 mm Shock RockShox Deluxe RT3 150 mm Brakes SRAM Guide R 200/180 mm Drivetrain SRAM GX Eagle Seatpost Bontrager Line 150 mm Stem Bontrager Line 50 mm Handlebar Bontrager Line 780 mm Wheels Bontrager Line Comp 27.5″ Tires Bontrager XR4 Team Issue 2.6″

The Trek Remedy 8 in test

Unlike the old model, the update geometry that offers a central riding position thanks to the steep seat tube angle. It feels steeper in reality than one would expect when looking at the numbers. The rear end doesn’t wallow on steep terrain and performs very efficiently. That makes the Remedy a capable climber and it really comes into its own on technical, twisty climbs. With plenty of traction at the rear and the central riding position, you’ll master even the trickiest sections. Reaching for the shock’s climb switch is only worthwhile on long, monotonous ascents.

Going downhill, the Trek Remedy 8 succeeds in perfectly combining supposedly opposing handling characteristics. The bike is agile yet composed, the suspension is sensitive yet defined. This mixture is what makes the Remedy the perfect all-rounder. Fast flow-trails are as much fun on this bike as a trip to the bike park or a multi-day adventure in the Alps. The rear suspension performs very sensitively and effectively feels like much more travel than 150 mm. The weight distribution on the bike is superbly balanced, allowing it to corner as though by itself, and remaining very predictable when you start to reach the limits of its capabilities. We recommend leaving the spacers fitted under the stem seeing as the head tube is very short. The reach is on the shorter end of the spectrum at 455 mm, but the Trek Remedy doesn’t lack stability. The only two things we didn’t like are the 2.6″ wide Bontrager XR4 tires and the weak SRAM Guide brakes. Both should be replaced with better alternatives at the bike shop. Narrower tires underline the bike’s precise handling and a slightly more robust casing makes perfect sense for the kind of terrain the bike feels most comfortable in.

Top suspension, top geometry, top spec – the Trek has it all!

Agile, playful, smooth and composed – the Trek Remedy 8 has got it all! It also impressed us with its brilliant suspension, good looks and high-quality workmanship. Whether flow-trails or bike-park, efficient climbing or fun descending, the Remedy is the one bike to rule them all. Best in Test!

• efficient climber
• super fun and balanced on the descents
• best suspension in the test
• great value for money

• brakes and tires limit the bike

Riding Characteristics

Value for money, technical data.

Trek Remedy 8

Size: XS S M L XL Weight: 14,08 kg Travel (f/r): 160/150 mm Wheel Size: 27,5" Price: € 2,999

Intended Use

For more info head to: trekbikes.com

The test field

All bikes in test: Canyon Spectral CF 7.0 | FOCUS JAM 6.8 NINE | Giant Trance 29 2 | MERIDA ONE FORTY 800 | Propain Tyee AM Performance | RADON SLIDE TRAIL 8.0 | ROSE PIKES PEAK AM1 | SCOTT Genius 950 | Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Alloy 29 | YT JEFFSY 27 AL Base

This scale indicates how efficiently the bike climbs. It refers to both simple and technical climbs. Along with the suspension, the riding position and the weight of the bike all play a crucial role. ↩

How does the bike ride and descend? How spritely is the bike, how agile is it through corners, how much fun is it in tight sections and how quickly can it change direction? ↩

Is the bike stable at high speeds? Is it easy to stay in control in demanding terrain? How composed is it on rough trails? Stability is a combination of balanced geometry, good suspension and the right spec. ↩

This is all about how balanced the bike is and particularly about how well it corners. Balanced bikes require little physical effort from the rider and are very predictable. If a bike is unbalanced, the rider has to work hard to weight the front wheel to generate enough grip. However, experienced riders can have a lot of fun even with unbalanced bikes. ↩

How sensitive is the suspension over small bumps? Can it absorb hard impacts and does it soak up repeated hits? Plush suspension not only provides comfort and makes a bike more capable, but it also generates traction. The rating includes the fork and the rear suspension. ↩

This aspect mainly comes down to the suspension. How much pop does it have, does it suck up the rider’s input or is it supportive, and how agile and direct is the bike? ↩

We don’t calculate value for money in an excel spreadsheet or based on how high-end a bike is specced. We are more concerned with how a bike performs on the trail and how the bike benefits the rider. What good are the best components if the bike doesn’t perform well on the trail? Expensive bikes with a lower-end spec can offer very good value for money – provided they excel where it matters. Just as supposedly cheap bikes with good components can get a bad rating if they don’t deliver on the trail. ↩

No, it’s not about racing, it’s about efficiency. Fast, fleet-footed and efficient – those who want to speed along flowy singletrack and gravel roads need a defined and spritely bike that accelerates with ease and efficiency. Nevertheless, reliable components are important too. We interpret XC more like the Americans do: big back-country rides instead of a marathon or XC World Cup with the ultimate in lightweight construction! Uphill-downhill ratio: 80:30 (not everything has to be 100%!) ↩

...also known as mountain biking. Classic singletrack with roots, rocks and ledges – sometimes flowy, sometimes rough. For this, you need a bike with good all-round qualities, whether climbing or descending. Uphill-downhill ratio: 50:50 ↩

Even more extreme and challenging compared to Trail riding, riddled with every kind of obstacle: jumps, gaps, nasty rock gardens, ruts and roots. For this, you need (race)proven equipment that forgives mistakes and wouldn’t look out of place on a stage of the Enduro World Series. Climbing is just a means to an end. Uphill-downhill ratio: 30:70 ↩

Strictly speaking, a 200 mm travel downhill bike is the best choice for merciless tracks with big jumps, drops and the roughest terrain. Those would be the black or double-black-diamond tracks in a bike park. But as some of the EWS pros (including Sam Hill) have proven, it’s the riding skills and not the bike that define what you can ride with it. Climbing? On foot or with a shuttle, please! Uphill-downhill ratio: 10:90 ↩

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Tested: Trek Remedy 9 29

The not-so-minor details.

Trek Remedy 9 29

Trek Bikes Australia

AUD4,699.00

Size Tested:

Surprisingly spritely. Efficient and responsive for big wheels and big travel. Sensational spec.

Long stays relative to the overall wheelbase.

We’ve developed a real fondness for the Trek Remedy series of bikes over the past half dozen years. Like watching a teenage boy growing into a man, we’ve seen them change, get stronger, find their way in the world, make some bad decisions (like the DRCV fork) and learn from them.

But now the Remedy is all grown up. So grown up in fact that it’s sprung some 29″ wheels. Say hello to the Trek Remedy in its burly 29er format!

Of course this isn’t the only shape you can get your Trek Remedy in nowadays. For 2014, Trek offered two wheel size variants of the Remedy. The wagon-wheeler you see here, and a 650B version which we actually reviewed only a few months ago . While that experience was still fresh-ish in our minds, we thought we’d give the 29er a run too, and see which bike sizzled our steak more.

[divider]Build[/divider]

At the heart of the bike you’ll find the well regarded Full Floater / ABP suspension system, which looks like a four-bar but places a pivot directly around the rear axle. This Active Braking Pivot retains suspension activity under braking, while the Full Floater aspect refers to the fact the shock is not mounted to the mainframe at all, but ‘floats’ between the upper link and a shock mount on the chain stays. It’s all about controlling the shock rate. The third card in the deck of the Remedy’s suspension is the DRCV Fox shock.

This system, like a good lover, knows when to give a little and when to give a lot.

The Dual Rate Control Valve shock has two air chambers, relying on the the smaller one to keep a firm feel for the initial travel and activating a second larger chamber to provide a more linear feel deeper in the suspension stroke. This system, like a good lover, knows when to give a little and when to give a lot.

Geometry is adjustable, from a 68-67.5 degree head angle, via the simple Mino Link on the seat stays. We left it in the slacker setting but if you’re after a sharper ride it’s nice to have that option. Other noteworthy features include room for a full-size water bottle, an internally-routed ‘stealth’ style dropper post, and ISCG tabs. We’re not sure about the mix of internal and external cable routing – it all looks a bit messy, especially with both a front derailleur and a dropper post.

[divider]Spec[/divider]

Just like its 650B-wheeled brother, the Remedy 9 29er has a component spec that’s so reliable you’d swear it was Swiss made. The only blemish is the narrow handle bar, but that’s an easy swap, so swap it we did for a 730mm Thompson bar. Otherwise you’d be foolish to make any changes to this bike – the blend of Shimano XT and excellent Bontrager components is hard to top.

The gearing range provided by the 2×10 XT drivetrain is spot on, and the brakes have more power than a dinosaur’s fart. It’s a bit of pity that Trek didn’t use Shimano’s I-Spec shifter/brake lever mounting system, as the bars are a mess with so many separate clamps.

After almost finding ourselves stranded in the middle of the jungle after one too many flat tyres, we made the switch to tubeless. We used Bontrager’s own tubeless rim strips for the job. These strips simply snap into place, and we think they’re the neatest tubeless conversion system available, so good that we regularly use them on other types of rims, not just Bontys.

[divider]Ride[/divider]

We were lucky enough to take the Remedy to a wide range of trails during our testing, from the groomed singletrack of Smithfield in Cairns, to muddy rainforest in the Cassowary Coast and then back to the rough sandstone of Flow’s home trails in Sydney. The Remedy took it all in its stride; if you’re looking for a versatile bike to tackle just about anything that comes your way, then this fella is worth consideration.

Before we actually rode this bike, we’d kind of mentally pigeon holed it. We’d made the assumption it was going to be monster truck, the kind of bike that just ran shit over but which handled singletrack like a barge. We were wrong.

The Remedy remains responsive and lively, which is always a challenge to achieve with 29″ wheels and this much travel.

Yes, the Remedy is jogs rather than sprints about, but this bike also climbs well and flicks through the trails far better than we’d ever envisaged. A lot of this can be attributed to the Remedy’s suspension and the way the DRCV shock offers a plenty of support in the early stages of the suspension travel. This firm feel in the initial stages of the travel ensures the Remedy remains responsive and lively, which is always a challenge to achieve with 29″ wheels and this much travel.

With a 140mm travel fork, we felt compelled to get the bars down low, to keep weight on the front wheel and prevent too much lifting on the climbs. Trek have played it smart, using a tiny 100mm head tube, that ensures it’s possible to keep the cockpit to reasonable height. With the stem slammed, the Remedy did a great job of carving up singletrack turns. The Bontrager XR3 tyres are still one of our favourites, and for fast-rolling rubber they hook in beautifully on just about all trail surfaces giving the Remedy real consistency in the corners.

Like a number of Fox forks we’ve tested lately, we found the fork took a while to reach the smoothness we’d hoped for. It did improve with riding, and lubing the stanchions with some Finish Line Max Suspension Spray before each ride definitely helped. The rear suspension had no such issues; it seamlessly blends a supportive feel in the early stages of the travel with a bottomless and controlled feel on the bigger hits.

In terms of sheer smashability, the Remedy was happy to hammer, but still wasn’t quite the bump-eater we’d expected. Strangely, we feel that some of this actually comes down to frame sizing.  Because the Remedy has quite long chain stays ( 445mm ), in the smaller frame sizes (like the 17.5″ we tested) there is proportionally a lot of the bike behind the rider, rather than in front of them. This makes it harder to get your weight over the rear axle or to keep the front end up over holes. We think that the longer front-centre measurement found on the 19″ frame size and up would feel more balanced. Perhaps the Remedy is one bike that adds credence to the idea that shorter riders should consider a 27.5″ wheel, rather than a 29″.

It’s hard not to be impressed with the way the Remedy disguises its travel on the climbs.

It’s hard not to be impressed with the way the Remedy disguises its travel on the climbs.  While it’s not the lightest rig out there, the way it grapples up long climbs is excellent. In the small chain ring, you do notice a bit of pedal feedback, but not enough to disturb your rhythm. When the climbs become super steep or technical, you’ll want to shuffle right forward to stop the front end from popping up, but even when your weight is moved onto the nose of the saddle there never seems to be a loss of traction out back.

[divider]Overall[/divider]

We said at the outset that we wanted to pick a favourite; did we prefer the 27.5 or 29er Remedy? For us, the 27.5″ is the one. But that’s just us and our preference – the 29er certainly has advantages in many areas, particularly when it comes to climbing traction or rolling out long kays. We’re confident that many taller riders will gravitate towards the 29er too, as in the larger frame sizes we think this bike would mow down all comers. Whatever your choice – 27.5 or 29 – the Remedy has evolved in a seriously sophisticated and capable all-rounder, and if we had to pick a bike that we’d like on hand to tackle whatever came our way, then the Trek Remedy 9 would definitely be one of our top picks.

Tested by: Chris Southwood

Rider height: 172cm, rider weight: 62kg, tested at: cairns, mareeba, atherton, cassowary coast, red hill (sydney) and other sneaky trails., changes made: wider bar (730mm) and converted to tubeless..

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• Wheel Size 27.5"
• Stem Bontrager Line, 35 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 50 mm length

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Based around providing 150mm of Trek’s proven ABP based rear suspension and a longer, 160mm suspension fork. The Trek Remedy creates the Goldilocks effect for riders looking for one bike that does everything.

The Remedy is quite rightly one of the most popular full suspension platforms in Trek’s vast collection, but how do you navigate the range? If you are in the market for a versatile all-rounder with a slant on pushing hard on tech terrain, then use this handy guide to tell the difference between a Remedy 7 and Remedy 9.8.

Trek Remedy need to know

• RE:aktiv suspension design providing 150mm of rear wheel travel. All models feature a trunnion mounted metric shock .
• ABP rear pivots isolates braking forces and prevents its detrimental impact on suspension performance.
• All models use Trek’s Mino-Link suspension adjustment to alter frame geometry .
• Designed for use with a 160mm travel suspension fork .
• Each Remedy is based around a 27.5″ wheel size .
• Boost 148 rear end

So let’s take look at the range.

Trek Remedy 7

Price: £2300

If you are looking at getting in to the Remedy family at the ground floor then the Remedy 7 is your gateway. The frame is made from Trek’s Alpha Platinum aluminium and even though it’s the ‘entry level’ model it shares the same suspension performance characteristics and geometry chart as it’s more expensive versions.

Remedy 7 spec highlights

• RockShox Yari RL suspension fork, RockShox Deluxe RL rear shock
• SRAM NX 11 speed drivetrain
• SRAM Level T hydraulic brakes
• Bontrager Line Comp 30 wheelset
• Bontrager dropper post
• Bontrager 780mm handlebar , Bontrager 50mm stem

Remedy 9.7. Upgrades include carbon front triangle and uprated rear shock.

Trek Remedy 9.7

Price: £2700

Trek offer two Remedy models at the same price point. You can opt for either a carbon front triangle or vastly improved components. If you want carbon then the 9.7 is the model for you. This model gets an OCLV Mountain carbon (Trek proprietary carbon lay-up) front triangle. It keeps the aluminium rear stays of the 7 and the majority of the parts list but does update the rear shock and brakes.

Upgrades over Remedy 7:

• OCLV Mountain carbon fibre front triangle. This reduces weight, increases strength and improves integration.
• RockShox Deluxe RT3 rear shock. Three position damping (rather than just Open and Lock)
• SRAM Guide R hydraulic brakes . Four piston brakes for more powerful braking performance.

The Remedy 8 boosts the suspension performance with a RockShox Lyric fork up front. Gearing goes to 12 speed with SRAM’s GX Eagle.

Trek Remedy 8

The Remedy 8 sticks with the same full aluminium frame as the Remedy 7, but ups the desirability of the parts list. Top of the list of upgrades is a RockShox Lyrik suspension fork and SRAM GX Eagle 12 speed drivetrain. Trek class this bike as ‘the best blend of performance and value in the Remedy range’.

• RockShox Lyrik RC suspension fork. The Lyrik is at the top of RockShox hard-hitting long travel single crown fork range. The RC has rebound and compression damping adjusters.
• RockShox Deluxe RT3 rear shock. Same as the Remedy 9.7.
• SRAM GX Eagle 12 speed drivetrain. SRAM’s Eagle groupsets provide a vast 500% gear range from the massive 10-50 tooth cassette.

The female specific Remedy 8 Women’s is effectively the same as the standard Remedy 8, just with a slightly shorter stem and women specific saddle.

Trek Remedy 8 Women’s

Trek introduce a female specific Remedy at this price point. Interestingly, apart from the female specific Bontrager Evoke saddle, shorter 35mm stem and the colour scheme, the bike is exactly the same as the ‘men’s’ version. Even the frame geometry, often somewhere you might see some tweaks, stays the same. It’s only available in 15.5″, 17.5″ and 18.5″ frame sizes. So taller riders will need to look at the alternative model.

Changes from Remedy 8:

• Bontrager Evoke, women’s specific saddle.
• Bontrager Line 35mm stem.

The remedy 9.8 is the choice for Trek’s enduro riders wanting to run more agile 27.5″ wheels.

Trek Remedy 9.8

Price: £4500

Trek’s top of the line, long-travel trail bike is the Remedy 9.8. It’s a big leap up from the 9.7 or 8 models at £1800 more than either model. For this huge jump you do get some much bigger changes to justify the price increase. The frame is upgraded to an almost complete OCLV carbon version, both front triangle and chainstays are made from the wonder material. The seatstays stay as alloy though.

>>> Trek Remedy 9.8 (2018) first ride

Suspension sees big changes, especially at the rear. The 9.8 goes to a unique Thru Shaft RockShox rear shock for an increase in performance on more demanding terrain and a top of the line RockShox Lyrik suspension fork. The drivetrain stays as SRAM GX Eagle but brakes are upped to SRAM Guide RS versions. The Bontrager wheels see an improvement to their lighter Line Elite versions with lighter rims and quicker engaging hubs. Even the Bontrager finishing kit sees a smattering of carbon and titanium to reduce weight.

Upgrades from Remedy 8:

• Full OCLV carbon frameset.
• RockShox Lyric RCT3 suspension fork. The RCT3 features the ability to make more complex compression damping changes on the fly.
• RockShox Deluxe RT3 shock with Thru Shock. The Thru Shock design helps it react to terrain changes quicker, giving much smoother suspension travel.
• Bontrager Line Elite wheels. Lighter rims and faster engagement at the rear hub.
• SRAM Guide RS brakes.
• Bontrager Line Pro OCLV carbon handlebar.
• Bontrager Line Pro 35mm stem.

The standout model in the women’s Remedy range. The 9.8 has a full OCLV carbon frame.

Trek Remedy 9.8 Women’s

Again, it’s just the saddle, paint job and smaller size range that differentiates the women’s version of the Remedy 9.8.

Like to customise? Then get the Remedy as a frame/shock only option.

Trek Remedy Frameset

Price: £2750

Trek also has a frame only option in the Remedy line-up. If you already have your favourite fork and parts then you can get the benefits of the top end OCLV carbon Remedy but with the freedom to customise. The good news is it does benefit from a Thru Shock version of the RockShox deluxe RT3 rear shock.

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