Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
TCT Carbon
Suspension Fork
Bontrager Race Lite, carbon w/E2 aluminum steerer; SpeedTrap compatible
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 STI, 10 speed w/Bontrager FIT reach adjust
Cassette
Shimano 105 12-27, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano 105 50/39/30
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Race
Tires
Bontrager Race Lite, 700x23c
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy dual pivot w/short reach Shimano 105 STI levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select, 7 degree, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Bontrager FIT VR, 31.8mm
Headset
Aheadset w/cartridge bearings, integrated, sealed, alloy
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Select FIT CRZ+
Seatpost
Bontrager Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Madone 4.5 WSD belongs to the Trek Madone model. There are 360 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Madone bikes models from 2008, by clicking here.
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.
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Madone 4.5 WSD components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek Madone 4.5 WSD 2008, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Madone 4.5 WSD has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.