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. 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. As a result, the changes to the Superfly SL meant a 30% reduction in surface area and a resulting weight of just 896 grams. The Apollo project meant the entire bike was subject to scrutiny, and eventually change. 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. Trek states that in order to take as much weight as possible out of the Superfly and Superfly 100, a holistic approach was needed. 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. Strangely, there is still no mention of the rumored Roscoe long travel 29er. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Ross Schnell with a mean 'stache on his Stache.
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