Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/smooth welds
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano, 24 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG40 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano M361, 42/32/22
Pedals
VP-628
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub; Shimano RM70 rear hub w/Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Cruiser Light, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M422 brakes w/Shimano EF60 levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Nuvola w/gel
Seatpost
Suspension, aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm | 65cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
T300 BLX completes the Trek T300 model. There are 20 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek T300 bikes models from 2014, here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Wheels size
The wheels on T300 BLX are the 700c aluminum type. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The T300 BLX comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.