Ive kept it as a spare, but i dont have any user for it anymore, ill be selling my frame pretty soon. I basically ended up killing it good n hard, and had to trash it. I got the carbon down tube protection from ebay and basically they overlap i used some velcro the soft furry side and put it on the tip and sides to precent scrubbing against the frame from the carbon protector i put a bit of velcro on the top of the carbon. Results for trek session 88 pinkbike buysell search. Trek session 88 dh 2017 full suspension mountain bike black. Trek session 88 dh 2017 full sus mountain bike black buy online. Cracked rear triangle, bent linkage and pins, and all the hardware was bent or snapped too. Trek session 88 dh 2017 full sus mountain bike black buy. The session 8 is treks more affordable downhill mountain bike, featuring the same frame as the session 88. How to know if a downhill bike for sale is the right size for you. You, trek, the worlds greatest athletes, 140 characters. The session 88 fr is all new for 2009 and features technologies like full floater, active braking pivot and evo to give this new platform a better ride than the previous session 77.
I got the 2010 frame for free from trek after i cracked my 2005 session 7. Frame material details alpha platinum aluminum with integrated frame protection. Out of the box, the new trek session 88 fr is a beautiful bike. The session 8 is trek s more affordable downhill mountain bike, featuring the same frame as the session 88.
Since ive been riding a 2010 session 8 all summer, it was a fun comparison to make between the new bike and my current bike. Trek world racing team riders have ridden session to multiple world titles. Exclusive mtb technologies, from incredibly advanced suspension to frames that let you finetune your mountain bike geometry for better control, make these the lightest, toughest dh bikes on the mountain. The finish that trek has put on the frame in terms of paintwork is really impressive, and the entire bike stood up to the abuse very well. Get the best deals on trek downhill bike bicycles when you shop the largest online selection at. Trek gave me a 2010 session 88 because i cracked my 2005 session 7 frame on a. Follow these simple steps to optimize your suspension performance. The stable suspension platform and predictability helps keep the bike nice and low as you float over any terrain. The session features a tough aluminum frame and a rockshoxfox suspension for impressive traction and control over gnarly terrain. The session 88 fr is all new for 2009 and features technologies like full floater, active braking pivot and evo to give this new platform a. Buy and sell with more than 160,000 cyclists on the go.
Dec 09, 2009 treks mountaitaitain bike development team hashashas been on a tear over the last few years, and the companys session bigbike platform was the last of the offroad lineup to be anointed with the companys technological trifecta. Finally, we send the bike to our master painter who expertly matches both the paint and decals of the original frame. Jan 25, 2010 the 2010 trek session 88 is certainly an eye catching ride no matter how you look at it. Everybody says its expensive, its just like all other dh bikes, the frame is. Used 2010 trek session 88 used frame with cane creek head set not including bottom bracket this is used strong frame has normal scratches and some little dings and has some little normal dent but no any cracks or structural damage still looks nice. Trek downhill bike bicycles for sale in stock ebay. Get your broken, cracked, or damaged carbon fiber bike frame repaired. Going through this process is necessary to make sure your new bike performs as it was designed. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2015 trek session 88 dh 27.
It pairs proven shimano saint parts with treks premium oclv mountain carbon frame and fox factory suspension with superfast 29inch wheels. It pairs proven shimano saint parts with trek s premium oclv mountain carbon frame and fox factory suspension with superfast 29inch wheels. Suspension setup trek mountain bikes are incredibly sophisticated and require a small amount of set up for the individual rider. The carbon frame rocks their dh rear throughaxle, e2 head tube, evo link, and of course, the full floater linkage and abp rear end. Close up look of rear stay of trek mtb frame repaired crack and paint. This worldclass downhill rig takes treks aluminum frame and adds a boxxer up front with 200mm of some of the smoothest travel out there. Everything on the bike has been well maintained and works great. My experience was cracked fork, took it to shop, shop called a week later with a new fork. A friend of mine is selling his trek session 88 dh. Hi guys, im selling a front triangle from a trek session 88 2012. Whether hitting the lifts, or shuttling your secret freeride trail, trek s session 9. The trek session is proven to be the fastest downhill mountain bike. For 2009, trek mountain bikes completely revamped their downhill and freeride offerings by releasing the 2009 trek session 88 fr and dh. Its one hell of a nice setup if anyone is in the need for a dh bike.
Join us at the water cooler to catch up on the latest and swap stories with trek. I have a trek session 88dh and really like the bike, i looked hard at the. The trek session 88 fr frame for 2009, trek bikes moved to a larger diameter, thinner walled, hydroformed tubed frame to increase stiffness and keep weight down. Nov 27, 2017 finally, we send the bike to our master painter who expertly matches both the paint and decals of the original frame. We build fork bumpers directly into the frame for a sleek, streamlined setup with enhanced durability and performance. This warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective item at the.
The range of trek downhill bikes includes s, m, l, and xl frame sizes. Trek hardtail bikes include the classic hardtails, racing hardtails, and elite carbon hardtails. Treks mountaitaitain bike development team hashashas been on a tear over the last few years, and the companys session bigbike platform was the last of the offroad lineup to be anointed with the companys technological trifecta. Jan 01, 2018 the crash caused the carbon frame to crack.
As a dh race enthusiast i was eager to test this highly anticipated and engineered bike. Few marks in pics as expected with this type of bike but only superficial. Listen to jose gonzalez, treks top suspension engineer, explain the shocks inner workings in the audio below. Treks previous generation, the session 88, featured an aluminum frame and was. A boxxer leads the charge with a fox van rc backing you up. Downhill bikes are built to go big and shred hard, whether youre ripping a world cup downhill or charging through the gravity park. Frame type full suspension frame only frame material aluminium alloy. The 2010 trek session 88 is certainly an eye catching ride no matter how you look at it. You will find downhill mountain bikes for sale with carbon, partly carbon, or aluminum frames. Submit a repair form today to get started with your repair. When i looked into it, i found it was a known issue with those frames so i returned it for a refund. And with its amazing suspension, its the overall best downhiller the scene has ever seen. There is large range of hardtail trek mountain bikes, ranging in price from very basic to lightweight racers. Does anybody know if trek is going to sell the down tube armor that straps on the down tube that was shown on there top fuel and session 88.
Trek gave me a 2010 session 88 because i cracked my 2005 session 7 frame on a weld after riding the piss out of it for 3. It was in great shape, hardly ridden at all, and had hybrid road tires on it. Carbon fiber bike frame repair rialto, california dons bicycles. Dec, 2010 new trek session 88 model 2011 front suspension fox 40 fit rear suspension fox dhx rc4 shifters sram x. The subtle graphics combined with the high quality welds and tubing make for a bike that is very well put together. And with its amazing suspension, its the overall best downhiller that the scene has ever seen. Integrated chainstay protection minimizes chainslap noise and keeps the frame fresh underneath. In order to find the bike suitable for you, measure your height correctly and check the manufacturer site for more details on measurements.
With sizing varying between the type of bike and even the model, weve compiled a handy guide to trek bikes to help you get the correct size. There is no model number on the ski itself that i can see, but it looks almost identical to the photo here except for a different style of fork that attaches inside the frame. Feel free to ask if you would like a slightly different spec. Last year was my first year of regular downhillpark riding. Trek parts trek abp dh thru axle 12x150mm for the trek session frame. Session, scratch, slash and ticket aluminum frames and swing arms. Just like any trek frame, the session 88 fr build kit comes in custom color coded for treks needs. Alpine gravity trek session 88 alpine gravitys bike check vital mtb extreme. These bikes need to be tough and stable so they dont crack under pressure. Trek brought the media to brian head, utah for a couple fun days of downhilling on their new 2011 session 88. It looks like it would work great for carbon protection. Ive done a fair bit of downhilling over the years, but never as much as my last year in the whistler bike park. You need a bike that will not only withstand the brutal demands of downhill, but excel at them. Its built with a burly aluminum frame, 200mm210mm front and rear suspension, and a sram gx dh parts group chosen to stand up to the roughest lines you can find.
The session 88 is living up to my expectations thus far and im looking forward to explore its limitations. Ive personally broken 6 specialized frames, and they replaced it. I cant remember the number of laps i did, but im fairly confident that i rode in the bike park for 74. Sessions oclv mountain frame with protective guards is more than up to the challenge. Take on any terrain with our most advanced suspension and a geometry that can be dialed for every race. Aluminum frames are less likely to be cracked by flying stones.
The session 8 is a mainstream dh race bike which can handle the rigours of racing the beast down hills and fast. Join us at the water cooler to catch up on the latest and swap stories with trek fans from around the world. I am fortunate to have had the chance to test the session 88 for the last seven months. He got the first frame just after they came out probably the first in the uk, his brother got the first trek session 88 in the uk, but yeah 4 frames so far, he just wants his money back now to get a trek 88 or sc driver 8 or a v10. Cranks pedals and shifter are not included size medium 26inch. Prior to that, the plastic fenders all cracked because of the beveled screws used to attach them.
Nvidia and dell propel trek to racing successnvidia. It is truly one of the best dh frames on the market. I have put under 300 trail miles and no road miles on it, and the weld on the frame where the rear triangle and shock connect cracked most the way around. Session is the dh bike that excels on downhills most brutal courses. Just like any trek frame, the session 88 fr build kit. It had some type of plastic piece glued to carbon frame in the back that held the cable stops for the brakes and shifters and that cracked during an awkward shift.
The right size bike for your body size is essential to ensure the optimum experience, comfort and enjoyment as you ride. Upload, manage and browse more than 21,000 bike ads on your apple and android phones. The weight of the frame and build weight is quite astonishing for an al frame and can be felt when riding. I wish i had 823s, my bontrager wheels are heavy as hell. Whether hitting the lifts, or shuttling your secret freeride trail, treks session 9. Get the best deals on trek downhill bike bicycles when you shop the largest online. Riding the 2011 trek session 88 mountain bikes feature. It is lighter than most frames out there and the way we have achieved that is to trim some of the wall thickness from the frameset, and to reduce weight in pivot parts etc. Carbon fiber bike repairs are delicate and timeconsuming art, in which we perform every step by hand. Session 8 is the dh mountain bike with a parkfocused geometry that shines on big hits at the bike park.
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