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Description
Trek Rail 5 - Mercury: Elevate Your Mountain Adventure
Introducing the Trek Rail 5, a robust full-suspension electric mountain bike crafted to conquer the most demanding terrains with ease. Merging top-tier trail technology from our conventional mountain bikes with a potent Bosch drive system, the Rail 5 offers the equivalent of having a personal shuttle at your disposal.
Perfect for: Ideal for riders seeking an e-MTB ready to tackle trails with the same zeal as non-electric counterparts. If you desire the significant boost of a powerful Bosch drive system for effortless climbs and the opportunity to enjoy multiple laps with less fatigue, the Rail 5 is your perfect match.
Technology Highlights:
- Constructed with a durable alloy frame featuring 150 mm of rear travel and a 500 Wh Removable Integrated Battery.
- A 160 mm RockShox 35 Gold RL fork, optimized for e-MTB, to handle challenging terrains.
- Equipped with Bosch's latest smart system Performance Line CX, offering speeds up to 20 mph (25 km/h in Europe) and enhanced connectivity through a new Bluetooth® LED remote and the eBike Flow app for seamless navigation and activity tracking.
- A wide-ranging 1x12 drivetrain ensures optimal cadence, paired with a dropper post and powerful 4-piston brakes for downhill confidence. Completing the package are 29er wheels with grippy 2.6" tires for superior control and traction.
The Verdict: Rail 5 stands as the pinnacle of value in long-travel e-MTBs, blending the prowess of our traditional trail bikes with the innovative advantage of quick ascents. Backed by the powerful Bosch drive systems and a durable component setup, it promises enduring enjoyment and performance.
Key Advantages:
- The Trek Removable Integrated Battery (RIB) system combines aesthetic appeal with practicality, concealing the battery within the frame for enhanced protection, facilitating toolless removal, and accommodating a water bottle cage.
- Bosch's updated smart system introduces an intuitive Bluetooth-connected LED remote and eBike Flow app, offering unprecedented control and customization right at your fingertips.
- Intelligent features including Walk Assist and an e-MTB mode that intuitively adjusts power output based on the terrain, ensuring a tailored riding experience.
- Built on the same robust frame technology as the Remedy, featuring adjustable Mino Link geometry, a Straight Shot down tube for added stiffness, and the Active Braking Pivot (ABP) for consistent performance.
- The inclusion of a dropper post allows for quick saddle adjustments during rides, enhancing maneuverability and confidence on descents.
Experience the Trek Rail 5 - Mercury, where premium e-MTB technology meets trail-shredding capability, designed to take your mountain biking adventures to new heights with ease and style.
Specifications
Trek Rail 5 Gen 3 Specifications
FRAMESET
| Frame |
Size: S Size: M, L, XL |
| Fork |
RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, oversized crown for eMTB, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 160 mm travel |
| Shock |
RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, 230 mm x 57.5 mm |
| Max compatible fork travel |
170mm (580mm axle-to-crown) |
WHEELS
| Hub Front |
Bontrager sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| Hub Rear |
Bontrager alloy, loose bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer Rear |
Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Rim |
Alex MD35, tubeless compatible, 32-hole, 35 mm width, Presta valve |
| Tyre |
Bontrager XR4 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.60" |
| Max Tyre Size |
Frame: 29x2.60", Fork: See manufacturer |
E-SYSTEM
| Battery |
Bosch PowerTube 500 Wh, smart system |
| Computer |
Bosch LED remote, smart system |
| Motor |
Bosch Performance Line CX, smart system, magnesium motor body, 85 Nm |
DRIVETRAIN
| Shifter |
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
| Rear derailleur |
Shimano Deore M6100, long cage |
| Crank |
E*thirteen E*spec Plus, 165 mm length |
| Cassette |
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain |
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
| Pedal |
VP-536 nylon platform |
| Max. chainring size |
1x: 34T |
COMPONENTS
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
| Seatpost |
Size: S Size: M, L, XL |
| Handlebar |
Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width |
| Grips |
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| Stem |
Bontrager Rhythm Comp, 31.8 mm, 0-degree, 50 mm length |
| Brake |
Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper |
| Brake Rotor |
Shimano RT76, 6-bolt, 203 mm |
WEIGHT
| Weight |
M - 24.29 kg / 53.56 lbs |
| Weight limit |
This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
Sizing
Trek Rail 5 Gen 3 Sizing
| Size | Rider Height | Inseam |
| S | 155 - 165 cm (5'1" - 5'5") | 74 - 78 cm (29" - 31") |
| M | 165 - 176 cm (5'5" - 5'9") | 79 - 83 cm (31" - 33") |
| L | 177 - 188 cm (5'10" -6'2") | 84 - 89 cm (33" - 35") |
| XL | 188 - 195 cm (6'2" - 6'5") | 89 - 91 cm (35" - 36") |
Geometry
Trek Rail 5 Gen 3 Geometry
All measurements are provided in cm unless otherwise stated.
| Frame Size Number | 12.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 17.5" | 19.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 21.5" |
| Frame Size Letter | S | S | M | M | L | L | XL | XL |
| Geometry Position | High | Low | High | Low | High | Low | High | Low |
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Seat Tube | 41.0 | 41.0 | 42.0 | 42.0 | 45.0 | 45.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 68.0° | 67.6° | 68.0° | 67.6° | 68.0° | 67.6° | 68.0° | 67.6° |
| Effective Seat Tube Angle | 75.4° | 75.0° | 75.4° | 75.0° | 75.4° | 75.0° | 75.4° | 75.0° |
| Head Tube Length | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 11.0 | 11.0 | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Head Angle | 64.9° | 64.5° | 64.9° | 64.5° | 64.9° | 64.5° | 64.9° | 64.5° |
| Effective Top Tube | 58.7 | 58.8 | 61.1 | 61.3 | 63.3 | 63.4 | 66.5 | 66.6 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 34.4 | 33.9 | 34.4 | 33.9 | 34.4 | 33.9 | 34.4 | 33.9 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 2.9 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 3.5 |
| Chainstay Length | 44.7 | 44.8 | 44.7 | 44.8 | 44.7 | 44.8 | 44.7 | 44.8 |
| Offset | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Trail | 12.7 | 13.1 | 12.7 | 13.1 | 12.7 | 13.1 | 12.7 | 13.1 |
| Wheelbase | 119.5 | 119.6 | 122.0 | 122.1 | 124.3 | 124.3 | 127.7 | 127.8 |
| Standover | 74.8 | 74.3 | 77.8 | 77.3 | 76.7 | 76.2 | 78.0 | 77.5 |
| Frame Reach | 42.5 | 42.0 | 45.0 | 44.5 | 47.0 | 46.5 | 49.9 | 49.5 |
| Frame Stack | 62.3 | 62.6 | 62.2 | 62.6 | 62.7 | 63.0 | 63.6 | 63.9 |
