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
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Groupset Deore, Bontrager -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Rim
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 Duke XC Air | 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
SRAM 970 | 11Ã34 | 9 speed
Crank
Bontrager Select 44/32/22 w/ISIS
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520 clipless
Wheels
Tires
IRC Serac XC | 26x2.1 | folding
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Single Digit 3 linear pull w/ Avid AD 3L
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Sport
Handlebar
Bontrager Crowbar Sport
Headset
Aheadset | Semi-cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Titec Ithys
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 3 is a Trek Cake model. Trek released 25 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Cake bikes models from 2004, by clicking here.
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 Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Cake 3 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on Cake 3 are the 26″ type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Cake 3 is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Cake 3 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.