Author Topic: 2015 Trek Stache 29+  (Read 12145 times)

Carbon_Dude

2015 Trek Stache 29+
« on: April 21, 2015, 09:02:31 PM »
Not a Fatbike, not even carbon, but I'm digging this new bike from Trek.  3" wide tires, 1x drivetrain, and the high chainstay allow it to be compatible with a belt drive if you wanted to build something up with this frame.

I've always liked the Stache since it came out a few years ago.

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/trail/stache/stache_7/

« Last Edit: August 23, 2015, 09:03:33 AM by Carbon_Dude »


2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

cmh

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #1 on: April 22, 2015, 12:01:27 PM »
Not a Fatbike, not even carbon, but I'm digging this new bike from Trek.  3" wide tires, 1x drivetrain, and the high chainstay allow it to be compatible with a belt drive if you wanted to build something up with this frame.


That looks pretty cool, and for a second I thought Trek was trying to revive the elevated chainstays fad from the early 90s. That'd be funny.

Actually, things come around several times in biking (and most everything else) so this might be the first hint of the elevated chainstays making a comeback. :D

Carbon_Dude

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #2 on: April 22, 2015, 02:19:50 PM »
I admit the elevated chainstay does look a bit funky, but it does provide functionality of allowing for a 3 inch plus wide tire, and belt drive compatibility although not usually something mountain bikers usually have a need for.
2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

cmh

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #3 on: April 23, 2015, 07:16:48 AM »
I admit the elevated chainstay does look a bit funky, but it does provide functionality of allowing for a 3 inch plus wide tire, and belt drive compatibility although not usually something mountain bikers usually have a need for.

Oh, there's a bunch of reasons to go with the elevated chainstays, which is why it was quite the fad for a while.

MTNRCKT

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #4 on: April 23, 2015, 07:52:28 AM »
Ahh.. The good ole days:


carbonazza

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #5 on: April 23, 2015, 09:10:12 AM »
If elevated chainstays come back in favor, the very lucrative chainstay protector market would collapse entirely :)

cmh

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #6 on: April 27, 2015, 01:30:38 PM »
If elevated chainstays come back in favor, the very lucrative chainstay protector market would collapse entirely :)

Times like this I really want a "Like" button on here.

Sitar_Ned

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #7 on: April 27, 2015, 01:38:58 PM »
If elevated chainstays come back in favor, the very lucrative chainstay protector market would collapse entirely :)

Times like this I really want a "Like" button on here.

That can be arranged.

Carbon_Dude

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #8 on: April 27, 2015, 04:20:19 PM »

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2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

Sitar_Ned

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #9 on: April 27, 2015, 07:35:30 PM »
That can be arranged.

To be more specific, cmh, we'll be updateding the forum software to the latest version as soon as it's released and a like button, mobile compatibility (site scales to your phone or tablet automatically), and a few other features will be added.

Soon as it's available, it'll be added.

cmh

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #10 on: April 30, 2015, 10:41:38 AM »
That can be arranged.

To be more specific, cmh, we'll be updateding the forum software to the latest version as soon as it's released and a like button, mobile compatibility (site scales to your phone or tablet automatically), and a few other features will be added.

Soon as it's available, it'll be added.

Sweet! Just as long as it's not one of those things that when I view it on mobile it comes up with a popup every.freaking.time. asking if I wanna add the tapatalk app. :D *rages*

Sitar_Ned

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #11 on: April 30, 2015, 06:43:40 PM »
Sweet! Just as long as it's not one of those things that when I view it on mobile it comes up with a popup every.freaking.time. asking if I wanna add the tapatalk app. :D *rages*

Haha, no, definitely not. I know exactly what you're talking about and it highly annoys me as well. Especially when it asks every time I visit the site! It will be seamless, as it will actually be part of the forum software and not a third party solution.

ALshooter

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #12 on: June 10, 2015, 10:25:36 AM »
I have been looking at the new stache, but sadly it is priced out of my range for a second ride.

seat_boy

My blog, some of it about China Carbon stuff:
http://www.bikingtoplay.blogspot.com/

Carbon_Dude

Re: 2015 Trek Stache 29+
« Reply #14 on: August 23, 2015, 09:01:53 AM »
Have you fellas seen this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Carbon-27-5-29-29ER-Thru-Axle-MTB-Frame-27-5ER-Plus-29ER-Plus-MTB-Frame-/151725229637?hash=item2353874645

Yes, the frame has been discussed in many threads here and on MTBR.com for over a month now, however, nobody has reported they have purchased one, not to mention how it rides.

Still would like to take a Trek Stache 27+ or 29+ out for a demo ride.
« Last Edit: August 23, 2015, 09:04:54 AM by Carbon_Dude »
2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA