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 Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical 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, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus M310
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY51
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EF500, 7 speed
Cassette
SunRace freewheel, 14-34, 7 speed
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC31 alloy
Rims
Bontrager AT-750 32-hole double-walled alloy
Tires
Bontrager LT2, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M280 mechanical disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 25.4mm, 25 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Riser, 25.4mm, 30mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Sport
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm | 620 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 366 mm | 417 mm | 467 mm | 505 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 114 mm | 124 mm | 134 mm | 144 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1095 mm | 1105 mm | 1110 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 761 mm | 791 mm | 815 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
DS 1 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 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek DS 1 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 549$. Trek DS 4 2017 on the other hand costs 1149$, and is the most expensive model.
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 Hybrid bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 549$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that DS 1 price is 2.37% lower than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
Hybrid bikes weigh an average of 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 13.66 kg (30.12 lbs), the DS 1 model is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Hybrid bike weighs 1.39% more than DS 1.
Overview of components
Fork
Trek DS 1 2017 bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has 63mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek DS 1 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek DS 1 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.