Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Bontrager -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Platinum Series ZR9000 double-butted aluminum | Genesis Geometry
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon 351 Air | External rebound, external compression and lock-out | Motion Control | 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano M571 LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano M510 Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano M511 Deore
Cassette
SRAM PG950 | 11-34 | 9spd
Crank
Bontrager Select 44/32/22
Pedals
Shimano M505 ATB clipless
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Select Disc Specific wheelsystem | Bontrager ACX 26x2.2 tires
Tires
Bontrager ACX 26x2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 XC hydraulic disc | 6" rotor w/ Hayes Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select OS | 7d rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Select OS Riser
Headset
Aheadset | semi-cartridge | sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race Lux
Seatpost
Bontrager Sport
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Cake 2 completes the Trek Cake model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek Cake bikes models from 2006, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry 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
Trek Cake 2 2006 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Cake 2 are the 26″ aluminum type. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Cake 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.