2012 Trek Superfly 100 Elite Carbon 29er
There are a number of bikes in the 2012 Trek mountain bike lineup that just scream "dialled" to us, and the new Superfly 100 29er is just one of those bikes. As seems to be the general theme for the Trek 29er range, the pricing has continued to come down and further improve the value of their state-of-the-art Superfly frame series, bringing the US-made OCLV carbon fiber technology to an even more competitive price point.
For 2012, the Superfly 100 Elite gets some cool new features including the 142x12mm thru-axle rear dropouts, a matching QR15 thru-axle for the Fox RLC fork up front as well as a brand new Kashima Fox Float rear shock. Aside from being Gold and blingy, the RP-23 rear shock utilises a custom Trek tune that is specific to each size and the ABP suspension design, which allows for a balance between pedalling efficiency and smooth, supple suspension that reacts to the smallest bumps thanks to the slippery Kashima finish. Also unique to Trek is the custom tuned FIT RLC Fox Fork that is designed to mimic the rear suspension to provide an unrivalled level of balance between the front and rear wheels. This kind of in-depth involvement in suspension and frame design is testament to the strength of Trek's R&D department and their commitment to building bikes that require very little fiddling or modifying out of the box.

Being the mid-level option, the Superfly 100 Elite gets a full Shimano XT 10 speed drivetrain as well as the impressive XT brakes to scrub off all that speed you'll be collecting. Although most will discount the Bontrager Race Lite wheelset, they are actually an excellent choice for the Superfly with their sub-1900 gram weight, DT Swiss made hubs with sealed bearings, standard DT Swiss spokes and wide-profile RL rims. Being Tubeless Ready, all you need is the Bonty specific rim strip and you've got yourself a super reliable Tubeless wheelset that is actually UST-certified - no bodgy conversions needed!
For those folk out there that are concerned of the durability or strength of a carbon fiber frame, Trek has gone a long way to prove you wrong with the use of a special OCLV Mountain carbon fiber blend that is used to provide a higher impact strength than their standard OCLV carbon that is used on the road bikes. Frame features such as the E2 Tapered head tube make a dramatic difference to front-end steering stiffness, and the net-molded BB95 bottom bracket goes to show Treks industry leading development in carbon technology as it is the only brand on the market that is able to precisely build a press-fit bottom bracket without any aluminum inserts. With all the R&D that goes into each of their bikes, Trek stand behind the quality of the Superfly with one of the only Lifetime Warranties available on a carbon mountain bike frame.
For flat-out XC Endurance racing, or just hitting up the trails with mates, the Superfly 100 is a fast and efficient option that will take your technical riding abilities to a whole new level.

Features
	29" wheels = better obstacle clearance, more momentum, greater stability
	G2 Geometry improves handling in all conditions, at all speeds
	OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with tapered E2 head tube and BB95
	ABP Race is active suspension under braking, and thru-axle stiff
	FCC MTB creates a flex-free 29" wheel
Frameset
Frame	OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame & swingarm, Carbon Armor, ABP Convert, Flow Mold Carbon swing link, G2 Geometry, E2 tapered head tube, replaceable derailleur hanger, 110mm travel
Front Suspension	Fox Factory Series 32 Float 29 FIT RLC, air spring, lockout, rebound, compression, custom G2 Geometry, E2 tapered steerer, 15QR thru axle, 100mm travel, tuned by Trek in California
Rear Suspension	Fox Performance Series Float RP-23 Adaptive Logic w/Kashima coat, Boost Valve, 3-position ProPedal, rebound; 7.75x1.75", tuned by Trek in California
Wheels
Wheels	Bontrager Race Lite TLR Disc 29 wheel system, 15mm FCC front hub, 142x12mm rear hub, 28 hole, Tubeless Ready
Tires	Bontrager 29-1 Team, 29x2.2"
Drivetrain
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT M780, 10 speed
Front Derailleur	Shimano Deore XT, direct mount
Rear Derailleur	Shimano Deore XT M780 Shadow
Crank	Shimano Deore XT M785, 38/26
Bottom Bracket	Shimano drop-in bearing system
Cassette	Shimano Deore XT 11-36, 10 speed
Pedals	n/a
Components
Saddle	Bontrager Evoke 3, titanium rails
Seat Post	Bontrager Race X Lite, 31.6mm, 5mm offset
Handlebars	Bontrager Race X Lite Carbon Big Sweep, 12 degree sweep
Stem	Bontrager Race X Lite, 31.8mm
Grips	Bontrager Race Lite, lock-on
Headset	FSA NO.57, E2, ACB sealed bearings
Brakeset	Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brakes
Extras	Trek fork & shock sag meter, Bontrager shock pump