Hi all Trek owner from Slough

[Hornet]

I’ve taken the plunge and bought a Trek Rail 5 ( the best colour in my opinion) have only managed two rides so far because of lockdown, I’ve upgraded a few parts so I can’t wait to try it on the trails!

 

[Doug_m]

Hey! Rail 5 owner aswell.
No upgrades yet but thinking drivetrain will be my first.
What have you done?

 

[Hornet]

Hey! Rail 5 owner aswell.
No upgrades yet but thinking drivetrain will be my first.
What have you done?

Line comp wheels, Eagle 12 speed cassette(XD), GX rear mech and shifter, and Renthal bars 35mm and Renthal 40mm stem, next will be the dropper and brakes!

 

[Gazman233]

Rail 5 here aswel ! Only upgrade is tubless now after 5 punctures one a week and a half ! Love then bike so far . Does rattle a bit tho on roots etc does your guys ?

 

[Paul Mac]

Rail 5 here aswel ! Only upgrade is tubless now after 5 punctures one a week and a half ! Love then bike so far . Does rattle a bit tho on roots etc does your guys ?

Yes mine rattles, but I knew this before buying, doesn't bother me.

 

[Gazman233]

Yes mine rattles, but I knew this before buying, doesn't bother me.

That’s cool least it’s not just mine haha

 

[Hornet]

These are some of my upgrades, also changed the seat and made the tyres tubeless.

 

[jonpress]

Line comp wheels, Eagle 12 speed cassette(XD), GX rear mech and shifter, and Renthal bars 35mm and Renthal 40mm stem, next will be the dropper and brakes!

If you want a transfer post I know of one that will be up for sale.

 

[Hornet]

If you want a transfer post I know of one that will be up for sale.

I might have the guide re‘s at some point!