This bike is knocking on the doors of matching downhill rig capabilities, you can truly point and shoot it wherever takes your fancy - it's a truly well-balanced machine! The clever ‘Mino’ link system allows an even slacker option of bang on 65 degrees. The phenomenal grip generated by the big high-volume tyres, wide rims, beautifully plush suspension, and solid frame allows you to push the Slash 9.8 further than you’d think. On the downhills is where it really shines though. That being said, it’s no slouch on the uphills, and even after a long day in the saddle, ascending is never a chore on the Slash. The 65.5 head angle is very slack for a do-it-all bike. Straight out of the box, Trek’s intentions are clear with this model. If it were mine, I would add a small top guide for belt-and-braces security, but that’s probably over the top - the narrow/wide chainring and mech work perfectly together.
It handles steep uphill gear changes with ease, and there wasn’t even a hint of dropping a chain, even on the roughest downhills. It worked faultlessly throughout testing with no adjustment whatsoever. The SRAM 11 Speed X1 Drivetrain needs no introduction. Small bumps are soaked up effortlessly and the bike keeps its poise ready for the bigger hits.
#2016 TREK STACHE 9 FULL#
Coupled with Trek’s Full Floater Linkage, the suspension feels bottomless, while still being supportive. Three compression settings ensure the bike is supple and grippy in all conditions. The Monarch Plus manages this with its piggyback cartridge and a much bigger volume. Although the DRCV is good, it doesn’t quite have the progressive nature to cater for the Slash’s downhill aspirations. Normally Trek use a custom Fox DRCV RE:aktiv shock. Pikes take care of damping duties upfront while the exceptional Monarch Plus RC3 handles the rear. The frame is nothing without the tried-and-tested suspension combo from Rock Shox.
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