Trek Roscoe 20 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 20"
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Groupset Tourney, Altus
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 8
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum, 20''
Suspension Fork
Roscoe 20'' alloy
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX80
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M315, 8 speed
Cassette
SunRun cassette, 11-34, 8 speed
Crank
Alloy, 32T steel chain ring w/guard, 127mm length
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z8.3, 8 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 100mm ThruSkew
Rear Hub
Formula DC-2241, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, Boost141, 5mm QR
Rims
20'' alloy, 28-hole, schrader valve
Spokes
14g stainless steel
Tires
Chen-Shin, 20x2.80''
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280 mechanical disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Kids' alloy brake lever, black
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 580mm width
Grips
Kids' Kraton
Headset
VP 1-1/8'', semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Kids' 20'' size, padded
Seatpost
Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 250mm length
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Roscoe 20 is part of the Trek Roscoe model. Trek released 48 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Roscoe 20 2022 has a starting price of 479$. Trek Roscoe 9 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2699$.
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.
Mountain bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Mountain bike is 616$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Mountain bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 479$. Comparing the average cost of a Mountain bike to this one, you will see that Roscoe 20 price is 28.6% smaller.
Mountain bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Mountain bike, we get 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 10.68 kg (23.55 lbs), Trek bike is a bit lighter than average. In other words, this model is 6.74% lighter than the average Mountain bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The wheels on Roscoe 20 are the 20″ aluminum type. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Roscoe 20 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
