Trek Lync 3 2017
2017 Urban
Estimate price |
989$
Weight | 13.11 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Battery USB Battery -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum with Lync on-board lighting system, DuoTrap S compatible, belt drive compatible
Suspension Fork
Lync, steel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M3000, Shadow
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M370, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG20, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Bontrager Nebula, 44T w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Alloy track-style
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager AT-750 32-hole double-walled alloy
Tires
Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite, reflective sidewall, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes, Tektro adjustable-reach alloy levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 25.4mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager SSR
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Motor & Battery
Battery
USB Battery
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 69 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 546 mm | 563 mm | 579 mm | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 444 mm | 508 mm | 572 mm | 635 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 mm | 1050 mm | 1051 mm | 1052 mm | 1051 mm |
| Standover Height | 698 mm | 739 mm | 783 mm | 814 mm | 857 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Lync 3 belongs to the Trek Lync model. Trek launched 6 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Lync bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Trek Lync 3 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 989$. On the other hand, Trek Lync 5 2017, is the most expensive and costs 1469$.
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.
Commuter bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter bike is 762$. However, you could also get a good Commuter bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 989$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Lync 3 price is 29.79% more expensive than the average cost of a Commuter bike.
Commuter bikes average weight
Commuter bikes weigh an average of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs), the Lync 3 model is a bit lighter than average. In other words, this model is 9% lighter than the average Commuter bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on Lync 3 are the 700c aluminum type. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Lync 3 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!