The Trek Procaliber 9.5 Gen 3 is the entry point into Trek's carbon XC hardtail range — OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and IsoBow compliance, with a dependable Shimano Deore drivetrain keeping the price sensible.
WHO THIS BIKE SUITS
You want the weight and stiffness of a carbon frame without paying for the top-tier drivetrain.
You're racing XC and frame weight genuinely matters to your results.
You want IsoBow seatstay compliance to take the edge off rough singletrack.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT
If you want SRAM's wireless AXS drivetrain and a race-tuned RockShox SID fork, the 9.7 AXS is the top of the carbon range.
If carbon isn't essential, the Procaliber 8 gives you a similar spec tier on aluminium for less.
WHERE IT SITS IN THE RANGE
The 9.5 is the value entry point into the carbon Procaliber range — the same OCLV Mountain Carbon frame as the 9.7 AXS above it, with a Shimano Deore mechanical drivetrain keeping the price down.
HOW IT RIDES
Frame & fork
OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoBow, tapered head tube, guided internal routing, rack & accessory mounts, balanced post mount brake, UDH, Boost148. Fork spec varies by production run between Fox Rhythm 34 and RockShox Judy Gold, both 120mm travel.
Drivetrain
Shimano Deore is a proven, dependable 12-speed groupset — smooth shifting and wide-range gearing without the wireless price premium.
THE FINAL WORD
If carbon frame weight matters to your racing but you don't need the top-spec drivetrain, the Procaliber 9.5 is where we'd point you. Come in and talk to us — sizing and fork setup make a real difference to how an XC hardtail rides.
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Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoBow, tapered head tube, guided internal routing, rack & accessory mounts, balanced post mount brake, UDH, Boost148
Headset: FSA IS-2, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Bottom bracket: Shimano MT500, 92 mm, PressFit
Weight: 12.73 kg / 28.07 lbs (size M, with TLR sealant, no tubes). Weight limit (bike + rider + cargo): 136 kg / 300 lbs.
Fork: Fox Rhythm 34, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 120 mm travel, or RockShox Judy GOLD, Solo Air spring, TurnKey lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 120 mm travel (spec varies by production run)
Shifters: Shimano Deore M6200, 12-speed
Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore M6200, long cage
Crank: Shimano MT520, 32T, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length (S/M/ML), 175 mm length (L/XL)
Cassette: Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed, or Shimano M6200, 10-51, 12-speed (spec varies by production run)
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Brake set: Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, or Shimano hydraulic disc with MT501 lever/MT500 caliper, or Shimano hydraulic disc with MT4100 lever/MT410 calliper (spec varies by production run)
Rotors: Shimano RT10, CenterLock, 160 mm (S/M/ML), 160/180 mm front/rear (L/XL)
Rims: Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless-Ready, 28-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve
Front hub: Shimano TC500 alloy, CentreLock, 110x15 mm thru axle
Rear hub: Shimano TC500 alloy, CentreLock, 148x12 mm thru axle
Tyres: Maxxis Rekon Race, Tubeless Ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60 tpi, 29x2.40"
Handlebar: Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width (S), or Bontrager Rhythm Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width (M/ML/L/XL)
Stem: Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length (S), 60 mm (M/ML), 70 mm (L), 80 mm (XL)
Grips: Trek Line Comp, nylon lock-on
Saddle: Verse Short, steel rails, 145 mm width
Seatpost: Bontrager Line Dropper, 100 mm travel, 310 mm length (S), 150 mm travel, 410 mm length (M/ML/L), 170 mm travel, 450 mm length (XL), MaxFlow, internal routing, 31.6 mm
Personalised Bike Consultation
Not sure which model is perfect for you? Our expert team at All Ride Now in Midhurst, West Sussex is here to help you choose with confidence.
- Will you be riding mainly on or off-road?
- Do you prefer an upright or sportier riding position?
- Are you looking for longer range, lighter weight, or a more comfortable feel?
Through a friendly consultation – in-store, by phone, live chat or email – we’ll help you narrow down your options and find the bike that best fits your needs.
