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Trek T500 BLX 2015

2015 Urban
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Trek T500 Blx 2015

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 700c
  • Groupset Deore, Shimano
  • Suspension Rigid
  • Brakes Rim

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/smooth welds

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore

Front Derailleur

Shimano

Shift Levers

Shimano 27 speed

Cassette

Shimano 9 speed

Crank

Shimano Alivio 48/36/26

Wheels

Tires

Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 700X35

Brakes

Brakes

Shimano M422 V Brakes

Cockpit

Stem

Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise

Handlebar

Bontrager Satellite Trekking riser

Seat

Saddle

Selle Royal Nuvola w/gel

Seatpost

Suspension Aluminium

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

Size50cm55cm60cm65cm
Wheels700700700700

About this model

T500 BLX belongs to the Trek T500 model. Trek launched 23 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, 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.

Average price for General Urban bikes

According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, even though the average price of a General Urban bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality 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.

T500 BLX components

Wheels

The wheels on T500 BLX are the 700c 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

We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The T500 BLX comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.