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<\/a><\/p>\nOriginating from the French verb \u00e9monder meaning \u201cto prune or trim away\u201d, the three-year \u00c9monda project began with the most stringent frame tube optimization ever. Carbon frames are often designed as much for aesthetics as for function, but \u00c9monda focused solely on making sure every strand of carbon served a purpose. Form followed function, beautifully, and the results is svelte, elegant, minimalist perfection. Every detail of the \u00c9monda line, from frame design to each component choice on every model, serves the same audacious goal: to produce the lightest line of production road bikes ever offered.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe idea was: we have the resources to build a complete bike system. Let\u2019s use that advantage to look at every aspect of the bicycle and how each component interacts with all the others,\u201d said Trek road production manager Ben Coates. “Once we covered the basic bike functions, we focused on every minute detail. Every decision was based on what was the overall lightest option for the system.\u201d<\/p>\n
Minimalistic perfection is embodied in the crown jewel of the \u00c9monda line: the \u00c9monda SLR 10. At a feather-bending 10.25lb\/4.6kg, the \u00c9monda SLR 10 is the absolute lightest production road bike the world has ever seen. Built at Trek\u2019s global headquarters and manufacturing facility in Waterloo, the \u00c9monda SLR 10 is blessed with Trek\u2019s OCLV carbon and is spec’d front to back with only the parts that complement the \u00c9monda\u2019s goal of being the world\u2019s lightest production road bike.<\/p>\n
Not only did Trek set out to build the lightest production road line but also the best riding road bike Trek has ever offered. Pruning away anything unnecessary means leaving only what\u2019s needed, but simply being the lightest was not going to be enough. \u00c9monda\u2019s ride quality had to surpass every previous bike. To ensure this, Trek called upon its portfolio of world-class athletes, in particular the riders of Trek factory racing, our in-house experts, and other pro racers to determine the perfect carbon layup and ride characteristics for each \u00c9monda frame size.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s lighter, it\u2019s stiffer; it\u2019s the best bike I\u2019ve ever ridden. Accelerating this bike feels amazing,\u201d said Trek factory racing\u2019s Bob Jungels, a member of the test team who rode and provided feedback throughout the ride test phase of \u00c9monda\u2019s development.<\/p>\n
When parts could not be found that met the development team\u2019s stringent requirements, they built the parts themselves. The embodiment of this dedication to the ultimate goal is the new Bontrager XXX bar\/stem combination (129mm drop, 93mm reach) found on the \u00c9monda SLR 10. This Trek\/Bontrager design collaboration saved the team 75grams over a comparable bar and stem combination. Not to be outdone by their handlebar counterparts. Bontrager\u2019s brake team developed the new Speed Stop brake with mounts that connect directly to the frame via two bolts to reduce component parts, save up to 35 grams per calibre, and increase braking performance. An adjustable leverage ratio, a two position quick release, and an ultra-wide stance add to the Speed Stop\u2019s versatility and adjustability. This Trek\/Bontrager collaboration also increases tire clearance so that running larger tire sizes is possible.<\/p>\n
Cyclist all over the world can ride easy, as the entire \u00c9monda line is backed by Trek care, the bicycle industry\u2019s best and most comprehensive manufacturer\u2019s warranty. The \u00c9monda SLR, SL and s are available today exclusively through trek\u2019s global retail network.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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