The RockShox Judy SL air-sprung forks are definitely the winner addition here though, giving the Roscoe 7 a smooth and silent downhill ride even on steep and volatile descents. Other than the 12-speed SX Eagle drivetrain, the Roscoe 7 also has an upgraded Truvative Powerspline bottom bracket which is a nice addition. It offers lighter float when leaving the ground and lands more smoothly than the Roscoe 6. On paper, the Roscoe 7 certainly seems like incredible value-for-money, so does it hold up in the field? Weight wise it feels nice, coming in at just under 33 lbs (14.8 kg) which is pretty average for a hardtail MTB. However, with RockShox air-sprung front suspension and an SRAM Eagle drivetrain, the minor additional cost seems like a no-brainer – spend that little bit extra! The Roscoe 7 isn’t a lot more expensive than the Roscoe 6, at only $210 more, so you might not expect a big upgrade.
TREK STACHE 7 2020 SERIES
The 2020 Roscoe series trail bikes are lighter, without a seat-post dropper and some minor differences in components.
Although that said, at 34.8 lbs (15.8 kg), it may raise some eyebrows with more weight-conscious cyclists. If you aren’t pushing the bike too hard on extremely rocky terrain or big jumps you should be fine but at times it sticks and the coil springs can be noisy.
It’s not a bad fork but it’s definitely entry-level and adds significant weight to the bike. The only noticeable negative is the Suntour XCM 32 fork, which provides front suspension with 100 to 120mm of travel (depending on size) and lockout. This isn’t a bike designed for intense downhill riding so you might notice some struggles here but the dropper seat post is certainly appreciated on the steeper declines.įSA Alpha Drive crank / VP-536 Nylon Pedals / 1 x 10 drivetrain
TREK STACHE 7 2020 UPGRADE
The upgrade to Schwalbe Rocket Ron tires on the 2021 model is a very nice addition and they compliment the better handling provided by shorter chainstays. The Roscoe 6 feels very sturdy and handles well on a bumpy dirt track, cutting hard into corners without any wobble or slip. The Deore groupset is tried and trusted so no surprises with the quality there, and the Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes work well.
TREK STACHE 7 2020 PLUS
The 2021 version of the Roscoe 6 has the same Alpha Gold aluminum frame that all Roscoe bikes have plus a few minor upgrades from 2020, including better tires and cassette. As you can see, Trek hasn’t really cut any corners, even on the most affordable Roscoe. The Roscoe 6 is the entry-level bike of the range with a Deore drivetrain, hydro disc brakes, Alex rims, and Schwalbe tires. Learn more about it in our Trek Roscoe review below!Ģ7.5 x 2.8″ / Alpha Gold Aluminum frame / SR Suntour XCM 32 fork 100-120mm / Alex MD35 TLS Wheels / 1 x 10 Shimano Deore M4100 The series consists of three bikes ranging in price from just above $1,000 to just below $2,000, with varying specs and women’s versions. Although not intended for competitive riding, the top-shelf bikes in the Roscoe range come with some high-quality components. Trek’s 27.5” Roscoe hardtail MTB range is aimed at recreational riders looking to hit the dirt track and have some weekend fun in the backcountry. By Sam Millers / Last updated - Febru/ Hardtail, Mountain Bikes, Reviews, Trek
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