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Trek Roscoe 9 VS Xcaliber 9 | Is it Worth the money? | Riding the
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Күн бұрынIn today's ride we talk about the differences between the Roscoe 9 and the Xcaliber 9, these two bikes have quite the price gap and it can be narrowed down to spec. Both completely different bikes that i see the roscoe becoming the champion of hardtails in Trek's line up!
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@therealgriffthemyth 2 жыл бұрын
I picked up my Xcal 9 two months ago and love it! Highly recommended 👌
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
booked mine now in blue what do you think about the blue color
@therealgriffthemyth 2 жыл бұрын
@@tilesandbricks7539 I love the alpine blue and the Trek lettering is the bare brushed aluminum super sharp!
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
Hows the bike still strong??
@therealgriffthemyth 2 жыл бұрын
@@tilesandbricks7539 Yes no problems, the components on this rig are top notch best value for your money, I upgraded to the Xcal 9 from a Marlin, the difference between the two is way more than I expected, you won't be disappointed!
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
@@therealgriffthemyth thanks mate can't wait!
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
After getting a slight bend in the rear triangle on my Marlin 8 and bending the axles at least three different times over the past two years, I decided it was time to upgrade to a beefier bike. I went with the Roscoe 9 mostly because of the through axle hubs on front and rear. My local trails are pretty chunky with lots of rocks, roots, and washboards, and I just didn't want to mess around with quick release hubs any more, so the X-Caliber wasn't even an option. The Roscoe 9 is a beast. It feels like a two-wheeled monster truck!
@zarik0007 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, it is clear that the geometry is not the same, due to the different forks and rims of both models, but my question is, do the Roscoe and the XCaliber share the same frame? In theory I could convert an XCaliber into a Roscoe configuration, changing the fork ?=, thanks
@Silidons91 2 жыл бұрын
No, simply by looking at the frames you can see they are different. Just look at the seat tube and down tube, they are obviously different.
@dalec2407 2 жыл бұрын
May 9th I get my x cal 9. Ordered it last july..Can't wait...
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Hopefully you had something to ride during the wait?!
@dalec2407 2 жыл бұрын
Yes my old giant mtb . The x cal will be a significant upgrade, Iwill put an xt shifter on , pedals and cf handle bars . Great video....
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
@@dalec2407 nice!
@boneman137 2 жыл бұрын
Love the trail content
@dawgcanjumphigh Жыл бұрын
I’m more of a speed runner on the bike, I’ll get the x-caliber. I just got the Marlin 7. It’s pretty good. All of these trek bikes can tackle hills. X-caliber will ride faster when I put in a ton of power output on the bike. Never will I use a road bike in Hawaii. Too many potholes and rough roads to ride that, those trek bikes can take the beating from these roads.
@johnwilkins3995 Жыл бұрын
I want an exercise mountain bike type which is pretty downhill capable. Have lots of roughly maintained downhill here in southeastern Pa. But I’m not a young buck wanting to launch and break my legs.
@dgricus 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@maikeru9654 Жыл бұрын
Any comments/opinion on the rear hubs. The Shimano MicroSpline freehub vs the 108T Rapid Drive on the Roscoe 8.. I'm reading alot about the creaking on the Microspline. Love to hear your opinion!
@mrsbaylocksvideoemporium9621 3 ай бұрын
I’ve just bought my Roscoe 9 Olive/Sand 🫒 in size Large. Will a 34T crank increase its speed on the flat? I bought it for exercising on and riding in comfort as I’m 280lbs. I wanted a hard tail that was comfortable and stable but I’m not interested in flying down the side of a mountain. I know that must sound weird but I’ve ridden plus size bikes for years for the comfort and stability they bring but they’ve usually got more gears ⚙️ and can fly quickly (cheaper models) Anyway thanks 🙏
@johncarlsson5729 Жыл бұрын
Awsome video thanks
@Nico-kt4st 2 жыл бұрын
Nice thanks, got my R9 on order, hoping for Feb delivery here in Aus.
@mseekles1972 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have the R9 already? What’s it like? Ordered the R9 crimson red ETA June. I was curious about the settings of the Fox 36, Fox has a handbook but I am not completely sure which fork settings I am supposed to be looking at. Float or Rhythm.
@Nico-kt4st 2 жыл бұрын
@@mseekles1972 hey mate, haven't got it yet (order delayed until end of April now) but they come with the Rhythm 36 forks and those have the Float EVOL air spring and GRIP damper from what I'm reading in the specs :) Hope you get yours on time!
@johnsullivan4070 Жыл бұрын
Bought the Roscoe 9 for me and the Xcaliber 8 for the missus recently, based in tbe trails I have rode so far I found the Roscoe really sluggish, as soon as you stop peddling the bike immediately loses forwaed momentum or roll and wants to stop The doris on the other hand is flying on the XC and difficult to keep up with when our together May have made a mistake on my choice I think
@nanakveermehta7497 Жыл бұрын
Just replace the tires with thinner tires in roscoe.
@Endeavour6644 8 ай бұрын
Weight of the rider might be something to take into account.
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
@@nanakveermehta7497 Good call. The stock tires on the Roscoe 9 are wide and grippy which makes them perfect for chunky tech but not so great if you're trying to maximize your speed on a relatively smooth cross country trail.
@butterknife_mtb_rc 2 жыл бұрын
Lol I’m watching this waiting for the forests to dry up so I can go ride my brand new 2022 top fuel 7
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! The fuel will shred hard
@neoone75 2 жыл бұрын
Xcaliber 9 comes with orange color as well here in Europe. I'm going to test one in next week.
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
i have a alpine blue it is beautiful and it is face ripping fast...legit crazy stuff and the xt shifts precisely even underload.......there are urban legends stating people are running xt's for upward of 10,000 kms no problem.....you know shimano you know quality the things made in japan....like a samurai sword😉
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
ooo ill look that up!
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
haha 10,000 km would be amazing!
@neoone75 2 жыл бұрын
@@tilesandbricks7539 it wasn't ready for test, but tomorrow it is. My only concern is that it has qr at rear. What's your opinion about that? I'm not going to use it hard trails. Main use will be gravel and maybe easy trails I have been using my current cyclo cross bike. Second concern is, is it too aggressive for the beginner? I don't own any MTBs, just capable cx. I just want a capable all-arounder with decent specs.
@neoone75 2 жыл бұрын
@@goodluckchrisclark orange one kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f9VjmKilrLmdZKc.html
@lexterslab8 2 жыл бұрын
I have the xcaliber9. can I put a short stem? 35mm length? Any cons on doing that?
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
It's a great upgrade for a more responsive handling bike plus will put some weight back on the bike for relaxed riding
@bishalkarki2919 2 жыл бұрын
Which bicycle is the best on city ride? X caliber or Roscoe Give suggestion please
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
Xcaliber
@tilesandbricks7539 2 жыл бұрын
@@goodluckchrisclark hell yeah bro xcal allday...but really depends what terrain you live near...more jumps and stuff maybe roscoe......tho the xcal isnt scared of jumping😉
@michaelrowe5896 2 жыл бұрын
Roscoe will be slower. Bigger tires, more resistance. I really want a roscoe but I think I’m gonna go with the xcal 9. Also blue is my fave color!!
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
If it's a commuter bike, then the X-Caliber is what you want, or even a Marlin. Roscoe doesn't have holes for a rear rack or kickstand, which you will probably want if you're using your bike for errands around town.
@Conqueryournafs 16 күн бұрын
@@Durwood71 and procaliber 9.5 or xcaliber?
@samochoa6733 10 ай бұрын
Someone in my area is selling his used roscoe 9 in excellent condition for $2100. Is that a good price?
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
That's only $300 less than buying new, and you won't get any of the warranty benefits since the warranty is nontransferable. My recommendation is not to buy unless you can bargain the price way down.
@garynisbet7719 2 жыл бұрын
I am 195cm tall, how does the Xcaliber 9 XXL compare with the Roscoe 9 XL for my size?
@OriginalFallofMind Жыл бұрын
Roscoe is huge. I'm 6.2 and the large even looked big. I'd definitely try one before buying.
@RussellStovetop386 2 жыл бұрын
If I could get the alpine blue paint on a Roscoe I would have my dream hardtail
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's super nice, maybe my favorite color
@dragonflygenetics420 Жыл бұрын
Are you in the saddle most of the ride? If I do decide on a hardtail it will be the first after 3 FS...just curious...
@goodluckchrisclark Жыл бұрын
Honestly I move around alot
@dragonflygenetics420 Жыл бұрын
@@goodluckchrisclark cool I guess I'll know...lol thanks!
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
Depends on the terrain for me. If I'm riding over chunk, I'll get my butt off the saddle and let my legs absorb the shock. Otherwise, I sit.
@dragonflygenetics420 8 ай бұрын
@@Durwood71 thanks...with full suspension I would just let the shock suck it all up and just keep peddling...🤙🏽💯🏴☠️🦉☂️👁
@Durwood71 8 ай бұрын
@@dragonflygenetics420 On hardtails, your legs are the rear shocks!
@swadventurer6624 2 жыл бұрын
X-caliber 9 is just a $100 over the Roscoe 7, I would like your thoughts on that comparison, thank you.
@goodluckchrisclark 2 жыл бұрын
If you're looking for a lightweight race bike the Excalibur is what you need, if you're looking for a all purpose trail bike go Roscoe. Definitely the Excalibur has been a shifting but suspension and breaking are about similar
@OriginalFallofMind Жыл бұрын
Totally different bikes. Roscoe 8 is more comparable in specs and price. has very good components for the price 1800. Honestly, it's huge and probably overkill on most trails. For the same price and similar components, more speed and plenty of capability, x-caliber 9. Roscoe soaks up bumps more and very stable downhill also big and requires more effort. X-caliber accelerates, whips corners, climbs better, but takes a little more concentration down. Doesn't mean you can't go fast.
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