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 Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX Alpha Gold Aluminum
Suspension Fork
FX Alloy Disc Cro-Mo w/tapered wall thickness, straight blades
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano M191
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, 8 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano M131, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Pedals
Nylon body w/alloy cage
Wheels
Rims
Formula DC20 alloy front hub; Formula DC22 alloy rear hub w/Bontrager AT-750 32-hole double-walled rims
Tires
Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes w/Shimano Altus levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager SSR, 25.4mm,10 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Low Riser, 25.4mm, 15mm rise
Headset
Slimstak, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager SSR
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 27.2mm, 20mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
7.2 FX Disc completes the Trek 72 model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek 72 bikes models from 2014, 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.
Average price for General Road bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, you could also get a good General Road bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
7.2 FX Disc components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the 7.2 FX Disc model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek 7.2 FX Disc is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.