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We’ve trawled through Trek’s list of sale bikes and selected what we think are the six best buys to get you outside and shredding.

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Trek Top Fuel 5

R40 000 R45 000

Loaded with performance-enhancing features like adjustable geometry, a suspension design that truly remains active when braking and a lightweight aluminum frame — the Top Fuel 5 is a gateway bike to the world of cross-country riding. However, owing to its contemporary geometry and robust componentry, the Top Fuel 5 transcends pure XC, into light trail.

Features you’ll love include the downtube storage to carry spares and nutrition, a steering limiter that protects your frame plus the outstanding bump absorption from the 2.4″ wide tyres. trekbikes.com

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Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2

R9000 R10500

The Marlin 5 is an aluminum hardtail that is simply a go-everywhere, bargain bike. Yes, it is a mountain bike, but with clever add-ons like a kickstand mount and rack mounts, the Marlin makes a great commuter and errand bike too.

It is incredibly well-specced for the money and is available in five sizes and two colours. Best of all, the mechanical simplicity of the components is both user-friendly and durable. trekbikes.com

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Trek Fuel EXe 9.8 XT

R130 000 R160 000

Looking for a lightweight do-it-aller? This might be the one! The EXe is a mid-power trail eBike that on launch immediately raised the bar in the lightweight eMTB game. Essentially, EXe has three key superpowers: trail geometry gives it great handling on any terrain, the quietest motor on the market so you can immerse yourself into the trail and, a removable battery – so you can ride it as an analog rig.

The 9.8 XT model is a full carbon affair – that’s the frame, wheels and an integrated bar/stem. The build kit also features grippy high-volume tyres, a long dropper post, Shimano brakes and mech, with plush RockShox suspension. trekbikes.com

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Trek Rail 9.8 GX AXS

R140 000 R190 000

When it comes to full power eMTB’s, its no secret that aficianados regularly rate the Bosch power unit as the class-leader. Reason being its wide range of adjustability, four preset modes, truck loads of brawn and long override.

Trek has packaged all that power — and range — into a well-rounded, full-power eMTB that has sublime handling, on any trail. This 9.8 GX AXS model features a premium build kit including buttery RockShox suspension, self-adjusting wireless electronic shifting, a more efficient crank length of 165mm and a robust aluminum wheelset that’ll keep the good times flowing. trekbikes.com

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Trek Top Fuel 9.8 GX AXS T-Type

R105 000 R130 000

With its long wheelbase and slack head angle, the Top Fuel balances climbing prowess with trail-ripping fun. It is the kind of machine most riders in South Africa should use for weekend warrior missions, the odd Strava hunt, and even a 3-day stage race with mates.

Trek has assembled an incredible build kit on this model. It’s a combination of performance-orientated and highly durable parts, including the electronic SRAM GX AXS T-Type drivetrain. Tip: check out the very sassy Plasma Grey Pearl colour option — it’ll turn all heads at your coffee stop. trekbikes.com

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Trek Roscoe 7

R20 000 R30 000

When the brief is “A wallet-friendly hardtail to ride single-track, maybe hit some jumps and just have fun”, — you should take a look at the Roscoe. Its trail geometry, dropper post and 140mm fork offer great handling and stability on trails, flow lines, and jumps.

The Trek Roscoe has 29er wheels with wide 2.6″ tyres that dig in when you need grip and absorb some of the trail vibrations. This is an all-out fun bike, built tough and ready for sendy. trekbikes.com

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