Add the 40mm stanchions of the Totem fork and you’ve got maximum stiffness across the bike’s chassis. The two halves of the deeply sculpted Evo rocker link are welded onto a box-section centre, the bottom bracket is 83mm wide and the 150mm-wide co-axial ABP axles are nailed together with a bolted 12mm axle. Every piece of the frame was made with the latest hydroforming techniques – and it’s noticeable. Its name might have been used before, but this Session series is a totally new build. Frame: makes good use of the latest hydroforming techniques And the 36-tooth single ring set-up means a relaxed attitude to pushing is essential if you want to get lots of runs in. The long wheelbase and slack head angle mean you’ll have to really heave and lever it through tight technical trails. The sub-40lb (18kg) weight means it’s got real pop and agility for a bike with this much travel.īut performance is always a balance between objectives and there are situations where the Session struggles. Considering it feels so smooth, it pedals remarkably well too. Unlike a lot of long travel bikes, the Session 88 is so controlled through the mid-stroke that it feels like you’re biting into bedrock rather than loose dirt, letting you eject from corners with blistering speed and accuracy. The long wheelbase and 65 degree head angle also mean you can go super fast without becoming unstable. The long, low stance drops you into a pinned position on the bike. FOX Performance Series Van RC with Externally Adjustable Rebound and Low-Speed Compression, 8.75x2.75', S: 400lb, M: 450lb, L: 500lb, XL: 500lb Spring. Trek session 88 fr: trek session 88 fr Russell Burton
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