Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork RockShox Pike
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Groupset X9, X7 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
PHD Oversized ZR9000 and 6061 aluminum, 1.5" reinforced headtube, box section stay, replaceable dropouts
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike 409 Coil U-Turn | External Rebound, internal Floodgate, external compression and lock-out | 20mm Maxle Thru-Axle | 95-140mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
Shift Levers
SRAM X.7 Triggers
Cassette
SRAM PG950 | 11-34 | 9spd
Crank
Bontrager King Earl 38t w/Truvativ BoxGuide
Pedals
Bontrager Big Earl Freeride Platform
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager King Earl wheelsystem w/20mm thru-axle | Bontrager Urban Earl 26x2.0 tires
Tires
Bontrager Urban Earl 26x2.0 / Bontrager Urban Earl 26x2.0
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7 mechanical disc | 6" rotor w/ Avid FR5
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager King Earl OS | 10d rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Big Earl OS Riser
Headset
Cane Creek 1.5 Flush 1-1/8" reducers, cartridge, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Earl Jump
Seatpost
Bontrager King Earl
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
PhD is a Trek Phd model. There are 2 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork
The PhD comes factory-installed with the RockShox Pike fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on PhD are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The PhD has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Trek PhD bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.