X-Caliber 8 vs Roscoe 8: 5 reasons you should buy the X-Caliber 8!

The x-caliber is always a fan favorite and although It’s just been released And not many pictures are out I thought I’d make a video figuring it out which is the better bike between the two the Roscoe has always been a strong line ever since it came out a few years ago but the x-caliber still sticks around to be the best kind of all round bike especially as Roscoes develop it makes it seem like the x-caliber becoming more valuable series better value for money kind of thing.
Keep an eye Out for the next video where I get five reasons you should buy the Roscoe eight probably the most talked about bike out there right now all right guys good luck and thank you for watching subscribe.
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[@arc9812]

I have a x caliber 8, for 11 years and put a lot miles on it and after overhaul and tune up, works perfectly, Trek is reliable 💯

[@Bjorntveitan]

plan to buy this one the crystal white X8

[@aus80srockradio94]

I love this trail you are riding, that's my sort of track!

[@lemoinexavier]

Thank you

[@kieran9201]

I have the x caliber 9 2022 and I love it I am half half road and trail and it fits me perfect plus cycles scheme and 10% the price went from £1500 to £760

[@jackc3899]

Hey where from mate I’m looking for an excaliber

[@kieran9201]

England

[@aus80srockradio94]

I get my 9 in a couple of months, can't wait! Upgrading to XT wheels & XT brakes prior to collection. Replacing my 10 year old 26" wheeled Merida Matts XT Lite Hard Tail, which has been great for 20,000 klms.

[@juliensuarezjs]

Salut je suis intéressé par un x-caliber 9 aussi 🙂 En France je peux l'avoir neuf en boutique pour 1750 € ... C'est cher non ? Je pourrais l'avoir moins cher ailleurs ?

[@NRGWinx]

X caliber is the aggressive Xc racing bike and roscoe is made for trails and stuff

[@goodluckchrisclark]

that’s right but it’s still a capable trail bike

[@f9-george315]

X caliber is better

[@brianhoyne6011]

Any idea if the Fuel EX 5 will get any different colors for 2022?

[@lal2235]

But for hard trails?

[@humidor3]

What about the 2022 xcaliber 8 vs the roscoe 7? $100 dollar difference CAD. Ive got the xcaliber8 on order but with the wait I'm now second guessing myself. A bit higher part spec on xcaliber, but longer travel forks and dropper post on roscoe 7. I'm waffling hard. I also like the double through axles and modern geo on the roscoe. #torn

[@goodluckchrisclark]

Excalibur’s gonna be faster but the Roscoe it’s gonna be a lot more fun and still hell a fast

[@aureliop9227]

Im in same dilemma😄….did u get the roscoe.?

[@humidor3]

@@aureliop9227 I did try to get the roscoe but it was back ordered quite a while. In the end I found a specialized fuse comp 29. I don't regret my decision.

[@Durwood71]

Main reason I didn't consider an X-Caliber is because it has a quick release rear axle versus the Roscoe's much more robust thru axle. Quick release is fine if you're riding relatively smooth cross country trails, but if you're hitting anything chunky on a regular basis, then thru axle is the only way to go.

[@DD-lb8vk]

Been riding hardtails down mountains in Colorado and Washington since the late 80’s and have never had a failure. QR is reliable and durable.

[@Durwood71]

@@DD-lb8vk Yes, quick release can be reliable and durable as long as you don't push it too hard. However, I know from personal experience that chunky single track and small drops will bend quick release axles. That's why quick release was not even an option when it was time to replace my Trek Marlin 8.

[@Durwood71]

@@mikojude6969 Or... just buy a frame that has thru axle instead of messing around with a janky conversion kit.

[@silviozugarini]

I am undecided between the MArlin 8 and the X-Caliber 9.. what do yout think? is the extra money worthwile for the X-caliber 9 even for occasional use and also for urban usage? thanks

[@goodluckchrisclark]

Xcal will definitely be better long term if you ever want to change things on the bike, but the marlin is a solid bike

[@mahidG]

Xcal frame worth the money

[@michaelrowe5896]

@@mahidG just the frame? Or the whole bike?

[@RobS123]

@@michaelrowe5896 Drivetrain on the X-Cal is much better than the Marlin

[@michaelrowe5896]

@@RobS123 I agree lol

[@dajuggernaut2099]

On sale for 1199!!!

[@nunoamorim9068]

I think the trek, should adopt the canyon sales system,;,only sells online....If there is in stock, the client buy, if not,,,, client buy elsewhere. This system of people being forced to add 50% of the value of the bicycle, and months after waiting, the dealer says, "nothing came"... it's a bit perverse, in my opinion....!!!... Trek is my favorite bicycle brand,,, but at this point, it's starting to be tiring, and inglorious, trying to buy a bike... there has been a side market... very speculative and abusive...!!! Brands should have more respect for people who only want to buy 1 bicycle , don't want speculation, ... don't want internet clicks,... just want buy a bicycle and ride...

[@silver_c1oud]

Canyon is Way Better than Trek. Id rather Pick Specialized Chisel or Giant XTC or BMC over Trek X-Caliber. 2021 still uses a skewer? Ridiculous!

[@Obfuscatorrr]

Bought a roscoe 8 2021 in oct 2020, after a year of waiting and 4 delivery dates (and delays) Trek decided this week to stop delivering the 2021 model. Sucks, looking at alternatives now (non-Trek)

[@nunoamorim9068]

​@@Obfuscatorrr in my country portugal, i tried to buy roscoe 7-2021 the dealer doesn't even accept reservations... some used are for sale on the internet, but it's a risk.., i opted for x caliber 8, ... i've been waiting for 5 months, i've already paid 50% in advance...the deadline for delivery is this month,,,(I'm wishing they don't deliver...to give me back my money...)... Trek never again. (I'm already saving money...for orbea laufey...)...I accept inflation, I accept the free and speculative market, buy whoever wants to....what I can't accept is contempt for the customer. With Trek, we are trapped in the dealers' lies.

[@MydogistheAussiebabe]

Trek has retail shops and the benefit is that we're able to provide support for our community and handle anything you could possibly need in shop and often on the spot. Orders are much closer now, we are definitely getting back to pre covid times on a larger scale.

[@alexdesmall6916]

@@MydogistheAussiebabe that’s reassuring so thank you! some of these comments had me worrying a bit lol. I just paid for my xcalibur. apparently it’ll take until September for me to get it. Seeing some of these comments I should count myself lucky I guess, a year wait sounds crazy

[@OriginalFallofMind]

Not even close. Xcal 9 to roscoe 8 is more comparable in price and components. Besides that, two totally different class of bikes. Very race ready aluminum xc bike to a slacked out trail hardtail.

[@silver_c1oud]

Dear Trek its already 2021 and you are still using a skewer at the rear while other Big brand already uses a thru axle. Pls do it right Next time. Your bike is Overpriced with a Budget/Entry Dropout quick Release skewer at the Rear. atleast make it Thru Axle Next time.

[@goodluckchrisclark]

It is interesting that they choose to do a regular skewer but it's only a minor upgrade going to the through axle especially on mountain bikes it's not as noticeable so I totally understand why they do it

[@silver_c1oud]

@@goodluckchrisclark I disagree with You. Most of the Newer Hub uses Thru Axle. like DT Swiss 350 or Hope Pro 4. or any modern midrange Hub, specially Boost commonly uses Boost Thru Axle. For Skewer quick Release, Most of it Either Lower End or Low Quality Hub, or Old/Previews Released version. Thru Axle is stiffer and safer compared to Skewer. so i dont see it as Minor. to me for that price Range "Its A BIG GLAIRING Unaceptable Deal" Here in our country. Giant XTC SLR 1 is boost, Thru Axle and had Better components compared to Trek's Highest X-Caliber Series. Even Specialized Chisel Had Better Frame than Trek. so dont give me that Minor. cause its Not!

[@silver_c1oud]

@@goodluckchrisclark Most of the Entry Level XC race Alloy bike these days comes with Thru Axle. Specialized Chisel BMC Giant XTC SLR Therefore I dont see it as Minor. "Its A Huge Deal!!!" Frame is one of the main selling point for these Bikes followed by components. therefore what your saying is completely Non-Sense! Its not a Minor "ItS A MAJOR GLAIRING ISSUE!!!" X-Caliber is suppose to be an XC Race Bike not an Entry Level commuter

[@mseekles1972]

@@silver_c1oud okay, we heard you the first time!

[@hikers012]

Xcaliber 2022 is way better than xtc slr.

[@uberfu]

Meh. You're trying to do a 1:1 comparison for 2 different bikes: Roscoe = Trail / X-Cal = XC. Geometry is different > specs are different > different use cases > different handling. It's like pondering why a drag car doesn't handle on corners well, while it out paces a track car on straight aways but then can't go off-road like a 4x4.

[@ifitrollsrideit530]

LOL Trek used the same frame for both bikes of this vintage. The difference is head angle was down to the longer fork being 20mm longer on the Roscoe. Change the fork and get the same geometry on the X-Caliber. They're just as tough as each other because it's the same frame!

[@jezmendoza1718]

$@aw

[@wilkinsonlee9278]

all Roscoe series suck, X Caliber is a lot better.

[@markfares2579]

You’re wrong

[@wilkinsonlee9278]

@@markfares2579 in Asia, Roscoes are not popular.

[@markfares2579]

@@wilkinsonlee9278 Oh okay. I have an X-Caliber, for what I do (XC) X-Cal is more efficient than the Roscoe. But Roscoe doesn’t suck in North America it is intended for rougher riding

[@wilkinsonlee9278]

@@markfares2579 yes, you are right. in countries like south korea and japan, our bicycle paths are mostly well paved, riding in mountains is prohibited due to the nature preservation laws. those wide tyres make speed lower, fat bikes are very rarely seen in this region. it's also very difficult to find parts and components of fat bikes since the demand is low. i guess fat bikes may phase out in North Asia.

[@markfares2579]

@@wilkinsonlee9278 Well then for riding in North Asia the Roscoe does suck! 😄 On pavement it would feel sluggish. You’d probably have more fun on an X-Cal/Marlin. I would love to visit Asia one day, I have never been and the culture and cities seem cool to me