Vintage / Classic Trek Y33 – OCLV Carbon – Collector MTB

1996 Trek Y33 Full-Suspension Mountain Bike (Used) — Classic High-End MTB

This is a 1996 Trek Y33, a high-end, full-suspension mountain bike from the mid-1990s and a standout example of Trek’s early innovation in performance MTB design.

The Y33 was considered a premium, forward-thinking bike of its era, built for serious riders before modern suspension layouts became standard. It is best known for its OCLV carbon fiber front triangle, aluminum rear, and URT (Unified Rear Triangle) suspension design—delivering a lightweight, efficient ride that blended hardtail pedaling feel with full-suspension comfort.

Key Specifications & Features

(Specs varied by year and original build; this reflects the Y33 platform and common factory configurations)

• Frame: OCLV Carbon Fiber front triangle with aluminum rear

• Suspension Design: URT (Unified Rear Triangle)

• Front Suspension: RockShox Judy SL

• Rear Suspension: Fox Float RC rear shock

• Drivetrain: Shimano XTR (M900 / M950 series), including derailleurs, shifters, and crankset

• Shifters: Shimano XTR 8-speed or period-correct thumb shifters

• Brakes: Shimano XTR V-Brakes or Magura HS33 hydraulic rim brakes (varies by build)

• Wheels: Typically Cane Creek or Spin thermoplastic wheels on XTR hubs

• Tires: Bontrager Jones 26x2.2 (period-correct sizing)

• Weight: Approximately 24–25 lbs, exceptionally light for a full-suspension bike of its time

• Era: Mid-1990s (primarily 1994–1997)

Design Highlights

• URT Suspension: Moves the bottom bracket with the rear suspension, reducing pedal bob and giving a firm, efficient feel when pedaling hard

• OCLV Carbon Technology: Trek’s Optimum Compaction Low Void carbon fiber made the front triangle both lightweight and strong—cutting-edge for the era

Why the Trek Y33 Matters

The Y33 is widely regarded as a significant and influential mountain bike, praised in its time for pushing the boundaries of weight, materials, and suspension design. It appealed to performance-focused riders looking for top-shelf components and innovation long before modern suspension platforms became the norm.

Condition: Used. Shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with age and use. Structurally sound and ready to ride.
Sold as-is.

A great option for collectors, vintage MTB enthusiasts, or riders who appreciate classic high-performance mountain bikes from the golden era of 1990s cycling.