Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Tiagra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha SL Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Bontrager Satellite Plus, carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra STI, 9 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG950 12-26, 9 speed
Crank
Bontrager Select 52/42/30
Pedals
Alloy/nylon road w/clips and straps
Wheels
Rims
Shimano Tiagra hubs; Alex alloy rims
Tires
Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x28c
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy dual pivot w/Shimano Tiagra STI levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select, 17 degree, 26.0mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Sport, 26.0mm
Headset
Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race Lux Basic
Seatpost
Bontrager Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Pilot 1.2 belongs to the Trek Pilot model. Trek launched 45 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2006, by clicking on this link.
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.
Endurance bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Overview of components
Fork material
Pilot 1.2 has a carbon fork, 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
The wheels on Pilot 1.2 are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 Pilot 1.2 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.