Trek Loft 7i Step-Thru 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
649$
Weight | 14.74 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 aluminum w/ patented Flat Foot Technology®
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel unicrown, straight/tapered leg
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 7-speed twist shifter
Cassette
20T
Crank
Forged alloy, 170 mm w/44T, alloy chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge 68 mm/116 mm
Chain
KMC Z7 nickel plated
Pedals
Alloy platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 32h, nutted
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 7-speed internal F/W 32h
Rims
Double-wall alloy, 700c x 32h
Tires
700 x 35c City tread
Brakes
Brakes
Front/rear: alloy dual pivot caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Steel 25.4 mm quill
Handlebar
Alloy custom bend 30 mm rise
Grips
Hand-stitched leatherette
Headset
1" steel threaded
Seat
Saddle
Retro leatherette dual spring
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust 27.2 mm x 300 mm
Model Overview
Loft 7i Step-Thru is a Trek Loft model. Trek launched 26 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Loft 7D Step-Thru 2020 has a starting price of 539$. Trek Loft 7i Step-Thru 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 649$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Trek released this model in 2020, its price was 649$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Loft 7i Step-Thru price is 17.41% smaller than the average cost of a Commuter bike.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Commuter bike is 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 14.74 kg (32.5 lbs), the Loft 7i Step-Thru model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Commuter bike weight is 3.15% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on Loft 7i Step-Thru 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Loft 7i Step-Thru is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.