Trek Roscoe 20 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 20"
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Groupset Tourney, Altus
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 8
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
20? Dialed frame size, Alpha Gold Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Dialed 20?, alloy
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX80
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M310, 8 speed
Cassette
SunRun cassette, 11-34T, 8 speed
Crank
Alloy, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Dialed 9/16?, platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 Alloy
Rear Hub
Formula D22 alloy, Boost141
Rims
20? 28-hole, alloy
Tires
Cheng-Shin, 20x2.8?
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M280 mechanical disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7 degree, w/computer and light mounts
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Dialed, Kraton
Headset
VP 1-1/8?, semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Dialed 20? size, padded
Seatpost
Bontrager, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 8mm offset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Roscoe 20 is part of the Trek Roscoe model. 48 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Roscoe 20 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 489$. Trek Roscoe 8 Women’s 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1539$.
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 Mountain bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Mountain bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 616$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Mountain bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 489$. Comparing this to the average Mountain bike price, we see that the price is 25.97% lower.
Average weight for Mountain bikes
Mountain bikes weigh an average of 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Roscoe 20 weighs 10.78 kg (23.77 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 5.75% lighter than the average weight of Mountain bikes.
Roscoe 20 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Roscoe 20 model has 20″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
