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Carbon full-suspension mountain bike Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 Eagle 70 matte carbon/gloss black splatter 12-speed

Carbon full-suspension mountain bike Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 matte carbon: Eagle 70, Reba 110 mm, 12.93 kg

$4,459.17 Incl. Tax

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Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 Matte Carbon: getting into carbon full-suspension XC

The Gen 2 Trek Supercaliber SL 9.6 is the entry point to the family, but it keeps the OCLV Mountain SL carbon frame and 80 mm IsoStrut of the higher models. A 110 mm RockShox Reba RL fork, SRAM Eagle 70 1x12 drivetrain and a dropper post as standard, weighing 12.93 kg in size M. Matte Carbon/Gloss Black Splatter pairs matt carbon with glossy black splatters.

Technical specifications

Frame	OCLV Mountain SL carbon, IsoStrut (80 mm rear travel), UDH universal derailleur hanger, internal cables
Suspension	RockShox Reba RL DebonAir fork, lockout, 110 mm / RockShox SIDLuxe two-position shock (IsoStrut), 80 mm
Drivetrain	SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type 1x12, Eagle 70 32T chainset, XS-1270 10-52 cassette
Brakes	SRAM DB6 hydraulic 4-piston, CenterLine 180 / 160 mm rotors
Wheels / tyres	Bontrager Kovee Comp 25 / Maxxis Rekon Race EXO 29x2.40 Tubeless Ready
Cockpit	Bontrager Rhythm Comp alloy 750 mm handlebar (Comp 720 mm in S), Blendr-compatible 50 to 80 mm stem
Saddle / seatpost	Verse Short Comp 145 mm / Bontrager Line Dropper 100 to 170 mm
Bottom bracket	SRAM DUB PressFit 92 mm
Weight	12.93 kg in size M (Trek figure, with tubeless sealant)

At a glance

✓ OCLV Mountain SL carbon	✓ SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type 1x12
✓ 110 mm Reba RL fork	✓ 80 mm IsoStrut, no pivot
✓ Dropper post as standard	✓ 12.93 kg in size M

Who is it for?

For the mountain biker discovering cross-country who wants a carbon full-suspension bike built to last and evolve, or for the rider moving from a trail-riding mountain bike to something sportier. It will also suit first regional races.

The LVR workshop view

OCLV carbon, Trek's signature. Trek's OCLV carbon comes from compacting the fibres under high pressure and temperature, a process developed in 1992 to produce frames with no internal defects. For mountain biking, OCLV Mountain is calibrated to withstand rocks and crashes. The SL 9.6 gets the SL version, the same as the 9.7: so you benefit from the complete Supercaliber carbon frame, IsoStrut included, with Trek's lifetime warranty.

	OCLV Mountain SL	OCLV Mountain SLR	Alpha Platinum alloy (Procaliber 6 / 8)
Level	Trek's standard mountain bike carbon	Trek's lightest mountain bike carbon	High-end aluminium, hardtail
Construction	OCLV process, layup tuned to absorb impacts	Same process, optimised layup, less material	Hydroformed, welded tubes
Reference bike	Supercaliber SL 9.6 and SL 9.7 GX AXS	Supercaliber SLR 9.8 and 9.9	Procaliber 6 and 8, 120 mm fork
What it means	Tough frame, lifetime warranty, gentler budget	A few hundred grams less on the frame	No IsoStrut or rear suspension

Put simply: the SL 9.6 is the most accessible way into the Supercaliber world. Its frame is the 9.7's; the difference lies in the mechanical drivetrain, the Reba fork and the alloy cockpit, for 750 g more.

The frame is identical to the 9.7's: it is the best base for upgrading the bike over the seasons. Lighter wheels, wireless shifting thanks to the UDH hanger, a higher-end fork: every improvement will be made on an already accomplished chassis.

The 110 mm Reba RL fork offers sound behaviour and a lockout for fire-road climbs. The 10-52 Eagle 70 drivetrain, with a 32-tooth chainring, gives low gearing for tackling the steep climbs of the Montagne Noire calmly.

Which Supercaliber should you choose?

Model	Carbon	Drivetrain	Suspension	Weight (M)
Supercaliber SL 9.6	OCLV Mountain SL	Mechanical SRAM Eagle 70	Reba RL / SIDLuxe	12.93 kg
Supercaliber SL 9.7 GX AXS	OCLV Mountain SL	Wireless SRAM GX AXS	SID / SIDLuxe	12.18 kg
Supercaliber SLR 9.8 XT Di2	OCLV Mountain SLR	Shimano XT Di2	SID SL Ultimate / SIDLuxe	11.58 kg
Supercaliber SLR 9.8 X0 AXS	OCLV Mountain SLR	Wireless SRAM X0 AXS	SID Select+ / SIDLuxe	11.38 kg

Our take: at 12.93 kg in M, the SL 9.6 shares the frame of the SL 9.7 GX AXS, which saves 750 g thanks to wireless shifting and a carbon handlebar. The 9.6 remains the most accessible way into the Supercaliber.

LVR sizing advice

Between two sizes, the small one makes the bike easier to place for an XC beginner, the large one offers more stability. Handlebar, stem and dropper post are matched to each size.

Size	S	M	ML	L	XL
Rider height (cm)	155-165	165-177	173-180	177-188	188-195
Inseam (cm)	74-78	79-83	81-86	84-89	89-91
Cranks (mm)	170	170	170	175	175
Dropper post (mm)	100	150	150	150	170
Handlebar / stem (mm)	720 / 50	750 / 60	750 / 60	750 / 70	750 / 80

Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop.

Your questions

Same frame as the 9.7?	Yes, the same OCLV Mountain SL carbon and the same IsoStrut.
Can it be converted to wireless?	Yes, the UDH hanger accepts T-Type drivetrains; we look at the upgrade with you.
Dropper post as standard?	Yes, a Line Dropper from 100 to 170 mm depending on size.
Is matt carbon fragile?	Clean it with a gentle, wax-free product; avoid gloss polishes.

The LVR Cycles verdict

The most accessible Supercaliber, with a complete carbon frame that will grow with your progress. Its matt carbon splashed with gloss black gives it a raw, modern look.

Pros
+ Carbon frame identical to the 9.7
+ Upgradable thanks to the UDH hanger
+ Matt carbon and gloss black

Cons
- Simpler Reba fork
- 12.93 kg in M

Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we build and set up your Supercaliber, advise you on future upgrades and look after its regular servicing.

Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.

Reference TRK-5336285

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