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2008

Trek 8500

Trek 8500 2008

Cross Country

Size / 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

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At a glance

The 2008 Trek 8500 is an Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 26" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5" and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Trek's 8500 range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Alpha Red Aluminum w/internally and externally relieved head tube, hydroformed bi-axial down tube and top tube, wishbone seat stay, hydroformed chainstays, forged and relieved disc ready dropouts
Wheels
  • Wheels
    Bontrager Race Lite
  • Wheel Size
    26"
  • Tires
    Bontrager Jones XR, 26x2.2/2.25"; 120 tpi, folding
Drivetrain
  • Crank
    Shimano Deore XT 44/32/22
  • Bottom Bracket
    BSA, 73mm, threaded
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Deore XT
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Deore XT "Shadow"
  • Shifters
    Shimano Deore XT, 9 speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano XT, hydraulic disc; 180mm front, 160mm rear rotor
  • Handlebar
    Bontrager Race Lite, 0mm rise, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Bontrager Race Lite
  • Seatpost
    Bontrager Race X Lite ACC carbon
  • Stem
    Bontrager Race X Lite, 7 degree, 31.8mm
  • Headset
    Cane Creek S-3 w/cartridge bearings, sealed

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2008 Trek 8500?

The 2008 Trek 8500 may be purchased directly from Trek.

Q: What size wheels does the 2008 Trek 8500 have?

The 2008 Trek 8500 has 26" wheels.

Q: What size 2008 Trek 8500 should I get?

The 2008 Trek 8500 comes in sizes 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5". After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Trek 8500 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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