Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel, oversized
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus, 3 speed
Crank
Sugino City, 38T
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub; Shimano Nexus 7 rear hub w/Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Plus, 700x40c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano roller brakes w/ Tektro aluminum levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Rio
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Daytona 7-Speed BLX belongs to the Trek Daytona model. Trek launched 8 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
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 General Urban bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban 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
Daytona 7-Speed BLX has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on Daytona 7-Speed BLX are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Daytona 7-Speed BLX comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.