{"id":15820,"date":"2018-08-01T09:40:00","date_gmt":"2018-08-01T08:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2018\/08\/01\/a-tour-de-force-to-be-reckoned-with-the-new-trek-madone-r7463\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T05:48:39","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T05:48:39","slug":"a-tour-de-force-to-be-reckoned-with-the-new-trek-madone-r7463","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/a-tour-de-force-to-be-reckoned-with-the-new-trek-madone-r7463\/","title":{"rendered":"A \u2018Tour de Force\u2019 to be reckoned with: The new Trek Madone"},"content":{"rendered":"

While all eyes have been on Europe for the 105th Tour de France race right now, you\u2019d be forgiven for casting more than just a glance in the direction of the launch of the all-new Trek Madone<\/a> SLR and SL bikes. Renowned for its ability to balance aerodynamics with ride quality, the new Madone is set to appeal to a far wider audience as the choice of rim vs. disc brakes opens up a whole new world of applications.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-83910300-1532939935.jpg\"<\/a>Trek Madone SLR Disc in action.<\/span><\/p>\n

Turning up the Madone racing magic<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s no secret that Madone<\/a> has proven to be one of the fastest aero superbikes on the planet. But the real magic lies in that winning combination of aerodynamics, ultra-lightweight and superior ride quality. Other aero bikes may feel harsh and overly stiff, sacrificing ride quality for that aerodynamic profile. Madone, on the other hand, pulls out all the stops, giving you that full aero speed that takes on cobbles, climbs and descents and gives you the ride of your life. Nothing rides like a Madone, and feeling is believing on the new SLR!<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-66419400-1532939950.jpg\"<\/a>Trek Madone SLR6 Disc<\/span><\/p>\n

Top Tube IsoSpeed for a sublime ride<\/h2>\n

The adjustable Top Tube IsoSpeed on the Madone not only smooths out the road in front of you; it diminishes rider fatigue, helping you stay fresher for longer. Riders can customise compliance based on rider preference, as well as the terrain. New Madone SLR offers 17% more compliance on the most compliant setting, and 21% more stiffness when you select the stiffest setting, compared with its predecessor. Rebound is reduced by 13% on this model.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-91393400-1532939941.jpg\"<\/a>Trek Madone SLR9 Disc<\/span><\/p>\n

Rim or disc brakes? You decide!<\/h2>\n

If you prefer undeniable stopping power without any penalty to a bike\u2019s aerodynamic profile, Madone SLR\u2019s disc brake version is the one for you \u2013 powerful braking: no compromise. Then there\u2019s the lighter rim brake version where the brakes are moulded into the frame and hidden from the wind. Both brake technologies are fully integrated into the frame\u2019s overall design.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-06809800-1532939945.jpg\"<\/a>Trek Madone SLR8<\/span><\/p>\n

Find your perfect fit<\/h2>\n

More stem options, additional bar sizes and \u00b1 degrees of bar rotation offer an even broader spectrum of possible race fits for both men and women, with an integrated aero cockpit.<\/p>\n

Get into optimal aero race position<\/h2>\n

New H1.5 geometry puts the rider in the optimal aero race position on Madone SLR. Developed in partnership with the Trek-Segafredo and Trek-Drops pro cycling teams, this geometry hits the sweet spot for countless racers, balancing traditional aggressive race geometry with a position that more athletes can hold longer, with more comfort. Madone SL features proven H2 geometry.<\/p>\n

Madone SLR for men and women<\/h2>\n

Madone SLR comes in both men\u2019s and women\u2019s specific models. Women-specific touchpoints like saddle, handlebar width and stem length are spec\u2019d to fit most women better from the start. Madone SL and SLR bikes are now available at Trek retailers countrywide.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-05943100-1532939948.jpg\"<\/a>Trek Madone SLR Disc Women Specific Design<\/span><\/p>\n

Project One ICON Paint Schemes on new Madone SLR \u2013 Works of art<\/h2>\n

Project One ICON is a collection of premium bespoke paint schemes that represents the highest level in artistry in custom bicycles. These designs are about more than colours that stand out: they\u2019re filled with texture, depth, and mood. Each ICON showcases a mastery of brush and paint and reflects the passion the most experienced Project One artists bring to their craft. Available exclusively on the Madone SLR platform.<\/p>\n

CHROME TOUR<\/strong>
White Rose \/ Red Chrome \/ Black Chrome<\/strong>
Chrome Tour is the ICON scheme of choice for Trek-Segafredo\u2019s Tour de France professional race team. Its multi-dimensional pearly white base colour is complemented with oversized chrome red and black team logos.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-66531800-1532939938.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Chrome Tour<\/span>
REFLIPTIVE<\/strong>
Amethyst \/ Bright Green \/ Purple Flip<\/strong>
Refliptive is a new twist on a coveted scheme of cycling\u2019s past. Shades of amethyst and bright green flip to purple in changing light. Like a mood ring, if you\u2019re always in a good mood. And with this paint, how could you not be? Reflective technology is also included in the Trek logo.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-76369000-1532939936.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Refliptive<\/span>
BRUSHED LIQUID <\/strong>METAIL<\/strong>
Brushed Liquid Metal \/ Dark Smoke Tint<\/strong>
No two brushed liquid metal paint schemes are alike. Beneath the glossy finish, the unique hand-scuffed undercoat has an industrial character with a deep, smoky tint.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-91166400-1532939939.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Brushed Liquid Metal<\/span>
BLACK GOLD<\/strong>
Black \/ Gold Metallic Flake<\/strong>
Up close, the black gold paint scheme is as classy as a tuxedo. From a distance, the metallic flake and the raised dimensional logos give it a different kind of beauty. Bling. Bling.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-53409000-1532939940.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Black Gold<\/span>
CANDY EMERALD GREEN<\/strong>
Candy emerald green is a scheme worthy of envy. It has a high-gloss finish, double green tint and dual candy green tonal logos that stand out on the frame. Green means \u201cgo,\u201d but this green scheme means \u201cgo fast\u201d.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-29116800-1532939939.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Candy Emerald Green<\/span><\/p>\n

PRISMATIC PEARL<\/strong>
Prismatic Pearl \/ Trek Black Matte<\/strong>
Is every one of your rides a vision quest? Prismatic pearl is a psychedelic, mind-bending paint scheme on a different plane of consciousness. It morphs in changing light to show every colour and shade in the rainbow.<\/p>\n

\"ccs-62657-0-98997700-1532939937.jpg\"<\/a>Project One ICON Prismatic Pearl<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While all eyes have been on Europe for the 105th Tour de France race right now, you\u2019d be forgiven for casting more than just a glance in the direction of the launch of the all-new Trek Madone SLR and SL bikes. Renowned for its ability to balance aerodynamics with ride quality, the new Madone is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":30292,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[40],"featured_location":[],"class_list":["post-15820","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-promotions","tag-trek"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15820","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15820"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15820\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30292"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15820"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15820"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15820"},{"taxonomy":"featured_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured_location?post=15820"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}