HIGH-END TECH: The Remedy 7 has the high-end proprietary tech of Trek's pricier bikes with a less expensive, but strong, spec to keep the sticker price a little lower. Active Braking Pivot (ABP) is claimed to prevent stopping forces from interfering with suspension motion; a FOX shock with a dual-rate control valve (DRCV) keeps the suspension from wallowing, but still provides big-hit plushness.
SAME, BUT DIFFERENT: Despite the tech similarities, Trek mountain bike product guru Michael Browne describes the Remedy's ride as distinctly different from Trek's freeride Scratch and trail-oriented Fuel EX. With 150mm of front and rear travel, it's better equipped for no-fear descending than the Fuel EX. Steeper geometry and ProPedal on the FOX shock make it a better climber than the Scratch.
| Frameset | |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5" |
| Frame | Alpha Red Aluminum w/ABP Convert, Full Floater, E2 tapered head tube, magnesium EVO Link, oversized pivot bearings, ISCG03 mounts, replaceable derailleur hanger, 150mm travel |
| Front Suspension | Fox 32 Float RL w/air spring, lockout, rebound, alloy E2 tapered steerer, 15QR, 150mm travel |
| Rear Suspension | Fox Float RP-2, "trail tuned" w/Trek DRCV, ProPedal, rebound; 7.75x2.25" |
| Wheels | |
| Wheels | Formula alloy DC51, 15mm front hub, Shimano alloy M525 rear hub; Bontrager Duster 32-hole rims |
| Tires | Bontrager XR3 Expert, 26x2.3" |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifters | SRAM X.7, 10 speed |
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X.7 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X.9 |
| Crank | SRAM S1000, 44/32/22 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1050 12-36, 10 speed |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Components | |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails |
| Seat Post | Bontrager, 31.6mm, 20mm offset |
| Handlebars | Bontrager Low Riser, 31.8mm, 25mm rise, 9 degree sweep |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm, 31.8mm |
| Headset | FSA NO.57E, E2, ACB sealed bearings |
| Brakeset | Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic disc brakes |
| Accessories | |
| Extras | Trek fork and shock sag meter, Bontrager shock pump |