Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX TCT Carbon
Suspension Fork
Bontrager Satellite Plus Bzzzkill, carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Front Derailleur
Shimano R773
Shift Levers
Shimano R770, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 12-27, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano 105 50/39/30
Pedals
Shimano 505, clipless
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Select
Tires
Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x28c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M431 w/Shimano Deore levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select, 7 degree, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite Elite, carbon
Headset
Aheadset Slimstak w/cartridge bearings, sealed, alloy
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager, leather
Seatpost
Bontrager Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
7.9 FX is a Trek 79 model. There are 6 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for General Road bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The wheels on 7.9 FX are the 700c aluminum type. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 7.9 FX comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.