Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, DuoTrap S compatible, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY71
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M310, 8 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Resin body, alloy cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Connection alloy, 32h
Tires
Bontrager LT2, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M285 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8? threadless, sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Sport
Seatpost
Bontrager, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 8mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" | 22.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.451 mm | 1.457 mm | 1.456 mm | 1.465 mm | 1.472 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm |
| Front Center | 643 mm | 647 mm | 657 mm | 662 mm | 664 mm |
| Rake | 33 mm | 38 mm | 37 mm | 39 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 606 mm | 616 mm | 627 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 416 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm | 434 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm | 620 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 366 mm | 417 mm | 467 mm | 505 mm | 543 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 114 mm | 124 mm | 134 mm | 144 mm | 154 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1095 mm | 1105 mm | 1110 mm | 1112 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 761 mm | 791 mm | 815 mm | 841 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
DS 2 belongs to the Trek Ds model. Trek launched 8 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Ds bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek DS 1 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 489$. Trek DS 4 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 1069$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 599$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid bike cost we notice that the price is 6.58% more expensive.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
Hybrid bikes weigh an average of 13.85 kg (30.53 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.
Weighing 13.45 kg (29.65 lbs), the DS 2 model is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 2.97% lighter than the average weight of Hybrid bikes.
DS 2 components
Fork
The DS 2 comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The DS 2 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek DS 2 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.