Trek Skye Women’s 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
439$
Weight | 13.43 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical 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
SR Suntour M-3030, coil spring, preload, 75mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY300
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY500
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EF500, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano TZ21 14-28, 7 speed
Crank
Shimano Tourney TY301, 42/34/24
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Wellgo nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC31 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 M280 mechanical 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" |
About this model
Skye Women’s belongs to the Trek Skye model. Trek released 36 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek Skye Women’s 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 439$. Trek Skye SL Women’s 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 579$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 439$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Skye Women’s price is 333.94% smaller.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 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 Women’s weighs 13.43 kg (29.61 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 8.31% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Skye Women’s components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Skye Women’s model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.