Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX Alpha White Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Cro-Moly steel w/lowrider mounts, straight blades, Clix dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX51
Front Derailleur
Shimano C102
Shift Levers
Shimano EF50 trigger, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano 14-34, 7 speed
Crank
Shimano M151 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Pedals
Nylon platform
Wheels
Rims
Alloy hubs; Matrix 550, 36-hole alloy rims
Tires
Bontrager Select Invert, 700x35c; 27 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V w/Shimano EF50 levers
Cockpit
Stem
High tensile steel, 25 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Approved steel, 30mm rise
Headset
Threaded w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Approved
Seatpost
Bontrager Approved
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" | 17.5" | 20" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
7.0 FX completes the Trek 70 model. Trek launched 15 bikes of this model so far.
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.
General Road bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Road bike is 1915$. However, you could also get a good General Road bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
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
As for the wheels, Trek 7.0 FX 2009, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 7.0 FX comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.