Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trek Custom Steel Mixtie w/inboard rear disc brake mounts, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera M390, 9 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
Forged alloy 3 piece, 45T
Pedals
VP city-style alloy
Wheels
Tires
Bontrager AW1 Hard-Case Lite, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Expert mechanical disc, 160mm rotors brakes, Tektro CL520 alloy levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Urban, 31.8mm, 25mm rise
Headset
1-1/8" Threadless
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager H1 WSD
Seatpost
Bontrager Alloy, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 8mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 53cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Chelsea 9 is part of the Trek Chelsea model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for General Road bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Road bike is 1915$. However, even though the average price of a General Road bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Chelsea 9 model has 700c wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. 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 Chelsea 9 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.