Beautiful review man! After watching this around 6 times, I made up my mind. Sold my tarmac sl4 and now I'm waiting for my Emonda sl6! Can't wait for it!
Weight is not a big big factor when riding fast? Weight doesn't really matter much? Wwwhaatt?? 8.1 kilos This is gonna hurt. That Is Not A Race Bike Certainly Not A Climbing Bike Sorry. What that is is an expensive touring bike. Plus the brake rubs? Go back to rim brakes if you're racing.
I have that bike!!! I'm here in the US and I had to replace my Cannondale after an accident. I was able to find it July 24, 2020 in the middle of the pandemic so I was very lucky. Coming from an aluminum bike, the SL5 feels very comfortable. So much of the small vibrations are gone. The 28c tires add to endurance. I had changed to a slammed integrated handlebar for 2021 and she looks sweet. I call her CherylTiegs. Enjoy.
One the better reviews of the Emonda SL I've seen on TH-cam. I'm still on the fence, but it was great to see and hear someone's real world experience. Thanks
Update: I bought the Emonda SL 5 disc version (silver) and have been really enjoying it. I upgraded to a 50mm carbon wheelset and now I like it even more. Thanks again for helping me make my decision. 👍🏾
@@gaoutdoor4372 it came to about $1200 at a local bike shop (parts and labor). If you’re setup at home to true the wheels you could save a bit by mount them yourself.
If every second matters and your aiming to be hillclimb champion then yeah, weight matters, in that case, go for the emonda SLR. For me, the new aggressive position, the aero tube shapes has by far made up for the weight penalty. I previously been riding the 2019 emonda slr, in that setup my bike is over a kilogram lighter, i still have it with me right now. And i prefer my new bike over the old one. I also live in an island with super hilly roads. You can check my other vlogs to look for proof
#TeamDiscs !!! Don't get me wrong, calipers are still very good and very light. But, ever since my transition to disc brakes on a road bike I haven't looked back since
Great review. I bought the sl5 trek 2022 (same one as yours i think). The sl5 emonda must be a mid range bike despite being an entry trek carbon, what do you think?
Well don't know if you'll get this note just saw your video was very good excellent nice to see somebody riding the bike commenting on it instead of it just sitting in a shop talking about only specs I just bought my sl6 Pro 2 days ago 105 everywhere but I have the di2 shift this will be a first for me everybody says a night and day difference everybody says a night and day difference between manual and electronic anyhow great video keep them up and of course.....RIDE ON
I have only ever ridden mtn bikes. How would this bike go for a first road bike? Wil I love it? Never ridden a road bike. Ever. I am 42 years old. Great vid. Greeting from Melb australia
@@KristianeLim no doubt. I currently have a 2020 emonda and the 2021 both disc now. Love them both but on the 2021 I can do century rides and be much more comfortable than my 2020. My 2020 is now for crit racing only!
Unsay size sa imohang frame sir? Im conflicted either to go for 52cm or 54cm. Sa 54cm kay only 5mm reach and 5mm stack ra ang differences sa current bike nako nga 52cm supersix. Pero ang effective top tube kay 9mm longer compared sa supersix.
@@KristianeLim oh wow. I am 5’8 with inseam of 30.8’ and in trek website i am suggested to run 56. I typically ran with 50 frame with slammed and 130mm stem. I guess 54 is a safe bet. Thank you for your reply 🙏
hi kuya, nice video, I'm thinking about getting this bike as well. i like your review, do you usually ride around cebu or do you also go around the mainland?
Need your opinion coz I will buy the sl5,,,, I'm 165cm at age 42... Trek height suggest my height is for 52cm size,,,,, as your review that it's aggressive geometry,,, my question hope you give a response....Do I prefer to size down coz I'm not that flexible at my age for that aggressive geometry?
I just bought an sl5 unexpectedly. I cracked the frame on the Domane. I was really debating between sl5 and 6. One reason is that I want Ultergra Groupeset. But, the price difference made me go for sl5. I'm migrating carbon wheels and carbon rails saddle to sl5. I'm planning to make some adjustments in the future. What do you think I should do next?
Grabe sir, everytime ma tan aw nako imong vlog sir maka goose bumps kaayo, subscriber pd diay kos sa imong youtube channel sir, sana ma meet tka in person nya pa picture ride safe, sir extra small size 😊
Just bought one Boss Lim(radioactive red). we have the same height and bike frame size. The only diff is our weight. You are 60kg and I'm 80kg. lols.. My best upgrade would be self weight reduction.. hahaha Nice review by the way..
Dol nice bike!❤️ Pasabta daw me dol unsa ang mga patakaran anang sponsorship dol like saimo sa Trek sa isa ka year dol gailis jud ba ka ug frame nya unsay mahitabo sa katong mga past nga mga frame nimo curious lang dol hehe ridesafe permi solid kaayo ang bag o nga bike❤️
I changed all of the parts of an SL5 and only kept the frame. The stock SL5 is entry level to keep the cost low. And yes, i wouldnt recomend it as a climbing bike if it was stock. My bike is spec’ed as an SL6 Pro. Ultegra groupset, aeolus carbon rims
Nice vid bro. I have a Emonda SL6 pro in red/black and it's my favorite bike. It's not the lightest bike but it climbs great and has awesome handling.
Nice bike!
This kind of content make me more wanting to have a Roadbike! Kudos bro!
Get one bro
@@KristianeLim Soon bro. Good for the vlog. You know what I mean. 🚴♂️😊🙏🏼
@@JMSicat i do! More power bro!
@@KristianeLim Yours too bro. 💪🏼🙏🏼❤️🚴♂️
That Taiwan KOM Shirt! 🤙 Wiiiiw! I hope you comeback here in Taiwan again. Shout out sa lahat ng Kapadyak Taiwan watching your vlogs! 😁 See yah! 🤙
Soon idol babalik ako jan! Takits!
@@KristianeLim nice idol! Best of luck! See yah! 🤙 Ride safe always!
Chada kaayo imong bike dol samot na sa headparts below the stem when it’s turning just like madone
oo dol. chada gyud! salamat for watching
What 36cm handlebars are you using? Id like to know, wanna test it out on my current setup
Its 34c. Its from an sworks amira built bike
bosss dawat rakooos imong mga biniyaan hehe
What is the bike size and stem length sir? May I know your height? Thanks. Ganda ng bike!
110mm, negative 17 deg. Bike is size 52, i am 5foot7.5”
Beautiful review man!
After watching this around 6 times, I made up my mind. Sold my tarmac sl4 and now I'm waiting for my Emonda sl6!
Can't wait for it!
Good decision!
please give me your thoughts cause i am hesitating what to get Cube c62 agree race or Trek Emonda Sl6 Disc
I ordered the SL 5. It arrives this weekend. Looking forward to bike season.
Awesome bike! With all the climbing you do, that’s a great choice!!
I guess so! Thanks for watching
I am road bike user before. And now I am changing to the MTB brand trek marlin 4 29er.
Weight is not a big big factor when riding fast?
Weight doesn't really matter much?
Wwwhaatt??
8.1 kilos
This is gonna hurt.
That
Is
Not
A
Race
Bike
Certainly
Not
A
Climbing
Bike
Sorry.
What that is is an expensive touring bike.
Plus the brake rubs?
Go back to rim brakes if you're racing.
Nice one bai! I gotta get myself a proper road bike haha
hahahaha. thanks bai! swap to roadbike tires. its good enuf naman tingali for ur needs. but another bike is always better. N+1
Ahh my dream bike. I wish i could afford it someday
I have that bike!!! I'm here in the US and I had to replace my Cannondale after an accident. I was able to find it July 24, 2020 in the middle of the pandemic so I was very lucky. Coming from an aluminum bike, the SL5 feels very comfortable. So much of the small vibrations are gone. The 28c tires add to endurance. I had changed to a slammed integrated handlebar for 2021 and she looks sweet. I call her CherylTiegs. Enjoy.
Cheers! Enjoy CherylTirgs
My size 1.77 and 82 easiean. Whats size for frameset ? 54 ?
Is this SL5 2021? looks awesome !
One the better reviews of the Emonda SL I've seen on TH-cam. I'm still on the fence, but it was great to see and hear someone's real world experience. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
Update: I bought the Emonda SL 5 disc version (silver) and have been really enjoying it. I upgraded to a 50mm carbon wheelset and now I like it even more. Thanks again for helping me make my decision. 👍🏾
@@Lord_Mau_ glad u finally pulled the trigger. Im happy to help
@@Lord_Mau_ I am thinking to get same bike ,how much did you spend on 50mm carbon wheel set?
@@gaoutdoor4372 it came to about $1200 at a local bike shop (parts and labor). If you’re setup at home to true the wheels you could save a bit by mount them yourself.
Hala ikaw diay to sir hahahahahahah kauwaw nag lakaw mi HAHAHAHAHA
Berly lang sakalam HAHAHAHA
hi maam! wa gyuy angay ika uwaw! hope to see you guys soon! thanks for watching
@@TheArtOfAnimals HAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
@@KristianeLim see you soon sir, thankyou naapil mis imong vlog hehehe
@@berlymayl.alegarme5176 mao to ang highlight maam!
Awesome, review! You covered this like a pro reviewer. Some of your footage reminded me of Puerto Rico. Looks like an amazing place to ride.
Im from Cebu, Philippines. Thank u for the compliments
Nice video bro! Shots out from Brazil! Much respect
thank you bro!
“The weight doesn’t matter much” can be said by somebody who doesn’t have 1hr climbs close to home;)
I have 3hr climbs very close to home
If every second matters and your aiming to be hillclimb champion then yeah, weight matters, in that case, go for the emonda SLR. For me, the new aggressive position, the aero tube shapes has by far made up for the weight penalty. I previously been riding the 2019 emonda slr, in that setup my bike is over a kilogram lighter, i still have it with me right now. And i prefer my new bike over the old one. I also live in an island with super hilly roads. You can check my other vlogs to look for proof
If you buy and build a climbing bike being light absolutely matters.
I took your advice and "pulled the trigger". Cant wait to get my hands on it in August and start riding!
Congrats!
Damn those are some nice views and mountains climbs, sad that we dont have such climbs here in Denmark!
Regular people just riding for fun . You guys don’t need an expensive bike.
No one needs an expensive bike. But everyone wants one.
Over 8kg for a climbing bike is pretty heavy. I’ve seen aero bikes that weighs less.
Disc brakes. I will not argue with that. But the excess weight seems to fade away when u start riding it
What's your height and size of the bike, do you like it ?
im 173cm.. its a size 52 and i still ride it to this day. super nice bike
What profile wheels are you running? Thanks
50mm
Rides safe idol ayosa sa bike oe
Great review. It covers the whole package of the bike..
Thank uou
#TeamDiscs !!!
Don't get me wrong, calipers are still very good and very light. But, ever since my transition to disc brakes on a road bike I haven't looked back since
Good to know sir
Great review. I bought the sl5 trek 2022 (same one as yours i think). The sl5 emonda must be a mid range bike despite being an entry trek carbon, what do you think?
Do yoi live in Taiwan?
Planning to get a trek emonda sir ano marecommend mong size for 168cm at may inseam na 30inches
pwede ka sa sa size 50 and size 52
Well don't know if you'll get this note just saw your video was very good excellent nice to see somebody riding the bike commenting on it instead of it just sitting in a shop talking about only specs I just bought my sl6 Pro 2 days ago 105 everywhere but I have the di2 shift this will be a first for me everybody says a night and day difference everybody says a night and day difference between manual and electronic anyhow great video keep them up and of course.....RIDE ON
Great review and you are in a beautiful place to ride and live!
Thanks
Dont skip ads mga idol! Support nato ato. Idol
thank you!
very expensive for no reason..giant tcr much better
Hi would you still recommend this bike at this point? Would want to try a road bike and this is my first choice. I’m coming from a gravel bike.
I have only ever ridden mtn bikes. How would this bike go for a first road bike? Wil I love it? Never ridden a road bike. Ever. I am 42 years old. Great vid. Greeting from Melb australia
Just got my SL 5 today, your video was super helpful in making my decision. Keep up the great work!
Enjoy! Its an awesome bike!
Dave how do u feel about the bike, ive been thinking to get this one but i cant make the purchase step
My fellow Emonda brother. I have a 2021 Emonda SL5 and I absolutely adore it, it is faultless and looks amazing
Nice!
i really do like the geometry of emonde, trek frames are top notch
ang asawa ko pilipina
Mocking the women No Good 👎 Good insight on the Emonda SL. 💪 Vert
Excellent review. What size bike did you get and how tall are you. I think you and I are about the same height.
how it performs on flat roads compare other sprint bikes?
Hello. I don't know English so I couldn't understand what you said in the video. Is the bike yours or the sponsor's?
The sponsors gave it to me so i can use it. Til they gave me a new model when that comes out. And so on...
Now try an older model Emonda with rimbrakes. You want to trade it in for your discbrake version in a heartbeat!
Nope i wont. I still have my emonda SLR in the garage. I like this one better. The geometry is spot on for me.
I have the 2021 emonda and I had a 2016 with rim brakes. Disc is 10x better
@@kirkshammett94 i agree. Just the geometry alone and the aero tube shapes. It makes for a superior bike
@@KristianeLim no doubt. I currently have a 2020 emonda and the 2021 both disc now. Love them both but on the 2021 I can do century rides and be much more comfortable than my 2020. My 2020 is now for crit racing only!
@@kirkshammett94 i see. Enjoy your bikes sir!
Are you riding a shimano 105 or sram rival?
Without isospeed does it's still comfortable for long ride
It is the best bike cause it the lightest roadbike in the world
Unsay size sa imohang frame sir? Im conflicted either to go for 52cm or 54cm. Sa 54cm kay only 5mm reach and 5mm stack ra ang differences sa current bike nako nga 52cm supersix. Pero ang effective top tube kay 9mm longer compared sa supersix.
52 akoa sir. Dili kaayu mu matter ang top tube sir. Stack and reach ang better nga ilhanan
nice vid boss! 40cm imng gamit nga dropbar? TIA
34cm sir. Pang kids. Hehehe
@@KristianeLim grbeh hasta ka aero d.i ana hehehe nice2! ride safe boss
9:21 I can't believe there wasn't a collision.
Salve io la vorrei acquistare ma con il 105 50 34 di pianura perde tanto avrei preferito 52 36 30
Unsay Height nimo idol? Unsa pud size sa imha frame?
Small - 5’7.6”
@@KristianeLim Thank you dol, XS jud d.i ko. 5'4"
I have the SL6 Pro, should i upgrade?
Old SL 6 pro?
@@KristianeLim yes 2018
@@bryngriffith definitely upgrade sir.
Best views for Emonda Sl5 thanks
asa imo mga used frame idol
naa ra dire dol!
@@KristianeLim daghana na frame nimo idol hehehe
I know this video has been a long time but i was curious, what size did you go for? And what is your hight?
52. im 5'7.5"
@@KristianeLim oh wow. I am 5’8 with inseam of 30.8’ and in trek website i am suggested to run 56. I typically ran with 50 frame with slammed and 130mm stem.
I guess 54 is a safe bet. Thank you for your reply 🙏
@@daffaabieza1938 definitely go 54
Feels like melbourne. 4 seasons in a day !
Hahahahaha
damn rim breaks thought... no bueno
Gorgeous bike bro, love the colour, keep up the great content 👍
Thank u!
@@KristianeLim could you tell me the color? Is it trek custom?
@@hellasboy8243 its quicksilver/brushed chrome
Hi! I’m 175cm 80 inseem , should I go for the size 52 or 54? Thanks!
54 sir
I was really relieved when you cut those chimney idol 😅
Did you upgrade those rotors to dura ace?
dura ace was the only available rotors at the time i was assembling the bike.. thanks for watching
hi kuya, nice video, I'm thinking about getting this bike as well. i like your review, do you usually ride around cebu or do you also go around the mainland?
Mainland? U mean Luzon?
Need your opinion coz I will buy the sl5,,,, I'm 165cm at age 42... Trek height suggest my height is for 52cm size,,,,, as your review that it's aggressive geometry,,, my question hope you give a response....Do I prefer to size down coz I'm not that flexible at my age for that aggressive geometry?
Definitely go 50. Ul be fine, you can just put spacers on the bars
My Trek Emonda SL7 2023 arrives next week 💪
You are going to enjoy that sir! Congrats
I just bought an sl5 unexpectedly. I cracked the frame on the Domane. I was really debating between sl5 and 6. One reason is that I want Ultergra Groupeset. But, the price difference made me go for sl5. I'm migrating carbon wheels and carbon rails saddle to sl5. I'm planning to make some adjustments in the future. What do you think I should do next?
Find some one piece cockpit that fits u
Nice review.... warm regard from Bekasi Indonesia 👍🏼👍🏼
Idol ride nya tah puhon tudlo.e kos climb KOM sa omiga cream katong sa aloguinsan dapit
Sure!
thanks Kris with this video.
Great review..
Just bought this emonda frame for my bike to upgrade.. can’t wait to ride it..
Congrats sir
Sir good day.. whats size is your emonda?
Awesome video man! Is that the 2023 SL6 Di2?
2021 SL6 pro ultegra (mechanical)
Great review. Thanks for sharing your experience. Sold!
sir pagka gwapa sa imo bike!!
Grabe sir, everytime ma tan aw nako imong vlog sir maka goose bumps kaayo, subscriber pd diay kos sa imong youtube channel sir, sana ma meet tka in person nya pa picture ride safe, sir
extra small size 😊
Great video! Thanks for the feedback!
What shoes are those btw?
Bontrager velocis
Nice bike bro! Have you ever thought of getting a flat aero bar or a bar and stem combo to make your bike more aero? Be safe...
yes i have considered it. but i really cant find a bar that is at least 38cm with a 110cm stem. 38cm bars tend to have 90cm stems.
@@KristianeLim yes, unfortunately you’re right. They don’t make it like that.
Makaibog man dol! Pero my sunpeed astro is all that I need
The greatest product!
Ayusa boss. Taga Minglanilla ko. Emonda alr4 ako bike. Pero diri ko Japan ga roadbike
Ayo diha japan boss. Asa sa minglanilla inyo?
@@KristianeLim kaw pud diha. Sa tunghaan amo dool sa boystown…. Dugay na kau ko wa ka uli. Dalhun nku ni ako bike puhun. Naa juy trek store diha?
@@justinfo-jepy355 naa dol. naas mandaue
hi, whats you saddle height and frame size ? :)
Nindot kaayo imong mga rota sir...pang buk anay sa tuhod...hahah
Hahaha
Like the way you vlog bro. Nakakamiss mag roadbike
thank you for the compliments bro
Buhay pa pala si TADO.?
Buhay na buhay lods at gwapo na sya ngayon! 🤣
@@KristianeLim jowk of the year
Just bought one Boss Lim(radioactive red). we have the same height and bike frame size. The only diff is our weight. You are 60kg and I'm 80kg. lols.. My best upgrade would be self weight reduction.. hahaha Nice review by the way..
Thanks! It will be easy to lose weight if u always ride the emonda
Dol nice bike!❤️ Pasabta daw me dol unsa ang mga patakaran anang sponsorship dol like saimo sa Trek sa isa ka year dol gailis jud ba ka ug frame nya unsay mahitabo sa katong mga past nga mga frame nimo curious lang dol hehe ridesafe permi solid kaayo ang bag o nga bike❤️
E uli ra ang old bike dol. Kung naa na new bike
Your cassette size
11-34
How tall are you?
5’7.5”
Hi sir. Nice bike! Where did you purchase the Trek Emonda? Thank you
Www.dans.ph
Just got a Emonda SL, nice vid thanks for the advice on the 28mm. will do
Unsay measurement sa top tube ani bai? Cguro 50cm - 54cm. Nindot kaau bai makaibog lol!
Didnt really look at the chart. Reach man og stack height ako tanawn
@@KristianeLim Unsa reach and stack bai?
Is this bike the emonda SL5 2021? Thanks
Its an sl5 frame but the components are sl6 pro
❤️❤️❤️💯Indeed.,Oh yeah.,
Hello sir! I want to inquire about your Off-White Bike Jersey, do you have a link for that jersey? I really loved the look of it. Cheers bud!
Not available anymord =(
@@KristianeLim that's unfortunate :( thanks anyways!!
Dog review sunod
Akong e review si Paw2. Paholama ko 1 week
Nice one sir,pa shout out......
Stock this bike is over 9kg! Why anyone would choose this as a climbing bike is beyond me. It’s more like a winter training bike! Nice review though.
I changed all of the parts of an SL5 and only kept the frame. The stock SL5 is entry level to keep the cost low. And yes, i wouldnt recomend it as a climbing bike if it was stock. My bike is spec’ed as an SL6 Pro. Ultegra groupset, aeolus carbon rims