Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Aluminum
Suspension Fork
High tensile steel, oversized
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX50
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
Shimano RS43 Revoshift, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano MF-ZH37 13-34, 7 speed
Crank
Sugino 44T
Pedals
Dual density platform
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub, Formula FM31 rear hub; Gruenert Dynamic III rims
Tires
Schwalbe City Plus, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V w/Tektro alloy levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded semi-integrated w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Rio
Seatpost
Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
T50 belongs to the Trek T50 model. Trek launched 3 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for General Road bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Road bike that is reliable is 1915$. However, you could also get a good General Road bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
T50 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the T50 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek T50 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.