Trek Skye S Women’s 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
489$
Weight | 13.61 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Women's Alpha Silver Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, rack & fender mounts, G2 Geometry on 29ers
Suspension Fork
RST Gila, WSD Rider Right coil spring, preload, mechanical lockout, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY300
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY500
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M310, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG20, 12-32, 7 speed
Crank
Shimano Tourney TY501, 42/34/24
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC27 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled
Tires
Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20? front, 29x2.00? rear (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20?)
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M285 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite Plus, ergonomic
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8?
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1 Women's
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.62 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 306 mm | 306 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 632 mm | 668 mm | 690 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 87 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 579 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm |
| Reach | 346 mm | 375 mm | 401 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 554 mm | 584 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 394 mm | 406 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.3 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1027 mm | 1060 mm | 1107 mm | 1129 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Standover Height | 654 mm | 674 mm | 663 mm | 679 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Skye S Women’s completes the Trek Skye model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Skye bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Skye Women’s 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 439$. Trek Skye SL Women’s 2018 on the other hand costs 579$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Trek released this model in 2018, its price was 489$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Skye S Women’s price is 289.57% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Skye S Women’s weighs 13.61 kg (30 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 9.76% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Skye S Women’s components
Fork
The Skye S Women’s comes factory-installed with the RST fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The Skye S Women’s 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Skye S Women’s has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.