Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
WSD FX Alpha Silver Aluminum, DuoTrap S compatible, rack and fender mounts
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel w/lowrider mounts, CLIX dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano M191
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EF51, 8 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano M131, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Pedals
Nylon body w/alloy cage
Wheels
Tires
Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite w/puncture resistant belt, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy linear-pull brakes, Shimano Altus levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager SSR, 25.4mm,10 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Low Riser, 25.4mm, 15mm rise
Headset
VP, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager SSR WSD
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15" | 17" | 19" | 17.5" | 20" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
7.2 FX WSD belongs to the Trek 72 model. Trek released 25 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek 72 bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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.
General Road bikes average price
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7.2 FX WSD 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 size
When leaving the production line, the 7.2 FX WSD model has 700c wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 7.2 FX WSD has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.