Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
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 Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio, 24 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG40 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano Alivio, 42/32/22
Pedals
VP-628
Wheels
Rims
Shimano RM70 hubs; Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon Racer, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M422 brakes w/Shimano Alivio levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Nuvola w/gel
Seatpost
Suspension, aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
T500 Lowstep BLX is a Trek T500 model. Trek released 23 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2013 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban 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.
T500 Lowstep BLX components
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the T500 Lowstep BLX bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek T500 Lowstep BLX has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.