Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum, butted & hydroformed tubing, E2 tapered head tube, internal cable routing, press fit BB, balanced post mount, Closed Convert dropouts, G2 Geometry
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG62 11-36, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano M622, 40/30/22
Wheels
Rims
Shimano M435 center lock hubs w/Bontrager AT-850 32-hole double-walled rim
Tires
Bontrager XR1 Expert, aramid bead, 29x2.20"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M445 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Low Riser, 31.8mm, 5mm rise
Headset
FSA IS-2, E2, sealed cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Superfly 5 belongs to the Trek Superfly model. Trek released 123 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Superfly bikes models from 2014, 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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. 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.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Superfly 5 components
Wheels
The wheels on Superfly 5 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Superfly 5 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.