Trek EBC ’93 3i 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum
-
Wheels 26"
-
Groupset Shimano
-
Suspension Rigid
-
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub
-
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 aluminum w/ hydroformed bullet tank and patented Flat Foot Technology®
Suspension Fork
Steel unicrown straight blade
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 3-speed twist w/optical gear display
Cassette
22T
Crank
Electra custom alloy 3-piece w/44T steel chainring
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
Taya Z410H 1/2 × 1/8 GST500
Pedals
Alloy platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy low-flange w/ 6-bolt disc, 36h
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 3-speed internal w/coaster brake 36h
Rims
Painted alloy
Tires
Schwalbe Fat Frank 26 x 2.35" balloon w/puncture-resistant Kevlar® Guard casing
Brakes
Brakes
Front: mechanical disc, rear: Shimano coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
Threadless 4-bolt
Handlebar
Electra café
Grips
Hand-stitched
Headset
1" steel threaded
Seat
Saddle
Electra comfort w/elastomer springs
Seatpost
Classic alloy pillar
About this model
EBC ’93 3i belongs to the Trek Ebc model. Trek released 3 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
If you want an acceptable Cruiser bike you should know that the average price is 332$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cruiser bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 200.9% higher than the price of the average Cruiser bike.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Cruiser bike is 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Trek EBC ’93 3i it’s weighing 15.9 kg (35.05 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Cruiser bike weight is 0.44% lower than this one.
EBC ’93 3i components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on EBC ’93 3i are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.
Sizes
Trek EBC ’93 3i 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
