2022 Trek Bicycle Session 8 29 GX R3 High

2022 Trek Bicycle Session 8 29 GX R3 High

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  • Year 2022
  • Make Trek Bicycle
  • Model Session 8 29 GX
2022 Trek Bicycle Session 8 29 GX R3 High

2022 Trek Bicycle Session 8 29 GX R3 High

2022 Trek Bicycle Session 8 29 GX R3 High

Session 8 is a downhill mountain bike with a robust alloy frame and high-pivot suspension design that keeps you nimble, planted, and blazing fast on even the most punishing runs.

It's right for you if...

You practically live at the downhill park, and want a fast, traction-packed DH bike that can handle your gnarliest runs thanks to a suspension design that keeps you in control the whole way down.The tech you get

A burly alloy frame, 200mm rear travel with a FOX DHX shock, 200mm RockShox Boxxer Select with plush Charger RC damper, powerful Code R 4-piston brakes, and a SRAM GX 7-speed drivetrain.

The final word

Session has always been the go-to DH bike. Now it's more of a ripper than ever thanks to new suspension design that delivers more traction, speed, and virtually no pedal kickback.

  • Why you'll love it

1-New suspension layout with a high pivot and idler pulley increases traction, carries more speed, and reduces pedal kickback for more stability

2-Virtually zero pedal kickback means you’ll stay confidently planted and in control during descents—especially when landing jumps or drops

3-The high pivot design delivers a more efficient rearward axle path so you’ll carry more speed and your wheel won’t get hung up on obstacles

4-Adjust your suspension progression by flipping the lower shock mount chip—20% for plush park rides, 25% for racing efficiency

5-Our new DH sizing system is based on reach, not rider height, which is the most important factor in a great downhill bike fit

Features may include:

  • All speed, no hang-ups

Session’s high-pivot design results in a rearward axle path that lets the back wheel move with the rearward force from bumps, not against it. On the trail, it feels like smoother suspension that maintains more forward momentum and provides more grip.

  • Rock the mullet

Session comes stocked for speed with 29er wheels, but party-in-the-back riders can run a mixed set up with a 27.5? rear wheel, or even 27.5" front and rear for more agility.

  • Tune for your trail

With Mino Link adjustments on both geometry and suspension, you can easily tune your Session to a progressive feel for racing days or dial it back for park days.

  • Reach-based sizing

When it comes to DH bikes, your reach affects your fit and ride quality far more than seat tube length. We’ve based Session’s sizing on reach to ensure you can find the set up that’s right for you.

  • Active Braking Pivot

Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.

Dimensions

Dimensions Wheel: 29"| Seat tube: 42.5 cm | Seat tube angle: 61.6°| Effective seat tube angle: 77.1°| Head angle: 63.6°| Effective top tube: 65.2 cm | Bottom bracket drop: 1.2 cm | Offset:4.6 cm | Standover: 75.7 cm | Frame reach: 49.9 cm |
Length Head tube: 11.7 cm | Chainstay: 44.8 cm
Height Bottom bracket: 35.9 cm
Trail 13.2 cm
Wheelbase 130.9 cm

Drivetrain

Chain Type SRAM PC-1110, 11 speed | Max Ring: 36T
Drivetrain Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX DH, medium cage | Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, 83mm, BSA threaded
Gear Shifter SRAM GX DH, 7 speed
Bicycle Crank Truvativ Descendant DH, DUB 83, 34T steel ring, 165mm length
Sprockets, Rear Cassette: SRAM PG-720, 11-25, 7 speed
Pedals Wellgo BO-87B, alloy body, Cro-Mo axle, replaceable pins

Chassis

Handlebars Bontrager Line, alloy, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 780mm width
Handlebar Grips Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Frame Type Alpha Platinum Aluminum, high main pivot, idler pulley, integrated frame protection, internal or external routing, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ISCG 05 2-bolt mount, Active Braking Pivot, 157x12mm thru axle, 200mm travel
Fork RockShox Boxxer Select, DebonAir spring, Charger RC damper, 46mm offset, 20x110mm Boost thru axle, 200mm travel | Max compatible fork travel: 200mm
Shock Absorber Fox VAN Performance, 500lb spring, 250x72.5mm

Brakes

Brake System Type SRAM Code RSC 4-piston hydraulic disc | Brake rotor: SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180mm/SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200mm

Wheels & Tires

Wheels Wheel front: Bontrager Line DH 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, 110x20mm Boost thru axle | Wheel rear: Bontrager Line DH 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano 7 speed freehub, 157x12mm thru axle | Wheels Rims: Bontrager Line DH 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, 110x20mm Boost thru axle| Skewer rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever | Frame: 29x2.50" | Rim Strip: Bontrager TLR
Front Tire Bontrager G5 Team Issue, wire bead, 2-ply 60tpi, 29x2.50''
Rear Tire Bontrager G5 Team Issue, wire bead, 2-ply 60tpi, 29x2.50''

Capacities

Cargo Capacity This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg)."

Weights

Weight M - 17.68 kg / 38.98 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes)

Features

Seat Type Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6mm, 0mm offset, 330mm length
Features Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138mm width| Stem: Bontrager Line Pro, 35mm, Direct Mount, 50mm length | Headset: FSA Orbit, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8? top, 1.5? bottom (includes geometry adjust angled cups)

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