Trek Precaliber 24 8-speed Boy’s 2021
2021 Youth
Estimate price |
349$
Weight | 11.16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver aluminum, rack and kickstand mounts, replaceable derailleur hanger, 135x5mm QR
Suspension Fork
Steel, 24'', threadless 1-1/8'' steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX80
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney RS45, 8 speet twist
Cassette
SunRace MFM56l, 13-34, 8 speed
Crank
ProWheel alloy, 32T steel ring w/double guard, 152mm length
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 68mm, sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel, 100mm bolt-on
Rear Hub
Steel, 8-speed, 135mm bolt-on
Rims
24'' 32-hole alloy
Spokes
14g stainless steel
Tires
Bontrager XR1, wire bead, 27tpi, 24x2.25''
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear-pull
Brake Levers
Kids', alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Approved alloy, 25.4mm clamp, 15 degree rise, 60mm
Handlebar
Kids' steel, 25.4mm clamp, 40mm rise, 560mm width
Grips
Kids' grip, 125mm width
Headset
Adjustable ball bearing, threadless
Seat
Saddle
Kids' padded, integrated seatpost, with handle
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 24" |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 247 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm |
| Stack | 502 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 531 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 300 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 566 mm |
| Wheels | 24" |
About this model
Precaliber 24 8-speed Boy’s completes the Trek Precaliber model. Trek released 110 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek Precaliber 12 Boy’s 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 229$. On the other hand, Trek Precaliber 24 8-speed Suspension 2021, is the most expensive and costs 389$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Trek released this model in 2021, its price was 349$. In conclusion, this bike price is 25.54% more expensive than the price of the average Youth bike.
Average weight for Youth bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Youth bike, we get 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 11.16 kg (24.6 lbs), Trek bike is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 5.2% lighter than the average weight of Youth bikes.
Precaliber 24 8-speed Boy’s components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The Precaliber 24 8-speed Boy’s 2021 bike is equipped with 24″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 24″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Precaliber 24 8-speed Boy’s is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.