Trek Verve 1 Disc Lowstep 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
559$
Weight | 13.98 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, lowstep, rack & fender mounts, DuoTrap S compatible, IS disc brake mount, 135x5mm QR
Suspension Fork
Verve Steel, threaded steel steerer, IS disc mount, 460mm axle-to-crown, 100x5mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus M310
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY510, 34.9mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EF500, 7 speed
Cassette
SunRace MFM300 freewheel, 14-34, 7 speed
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28, chainguard, 170mm length
Bottom Bracket
Sealed bearing, 68mm threaded
Chain
KMC Z7
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Rear Hub
Formula DC-31, alloy, 6-bolt, 6/7/8 speed freewheel, 135x5mm QR
Rims
Bontrager Connection, alloy, double-wall, 32-hole, schrader valve
Spokes
14g stainless steel
Tires
Bontrager H5 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 700x45c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280 mechanical disc, 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Size: S, Bontrager Quill, 25.4mm clamp, 25 degree rise, 60mm reach; Size: M, L, Bontrager Quill, 25.4mm clamp, 25 degree rise, 100mm reach
Handlebar
Trek Urban, alloy, 25.4mm, comfort sweep, 45mm rise, 620mm width
Grips
Bontrager Satellite
Headset
1-1/8'' threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Boulevard
Seatpost
Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.66 mm | 1.66 mm | 1.66 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 633 mm | 642 mm | 647 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 640 mm | 650 | 659 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 391 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1111 mm | 1116 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Standover Height | 660 mm | 688 mm | 700 |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
Verve 1 Disc Lowstep is part of the Trek Verve model. Trek released 78 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Verve bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Trek Verve 1 Disc Lowstep 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 559$. Trek Verve 3 Equipped 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1220$.
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 Comfort bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort bike is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 559$. If we compare this with the average Comfort bike cost we notice that the price is 55.28% higher.
Comfort bikes average weight
The average weight for Comfort bikes is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Trek Verve 1 Disc Lowstep it’s weighing 13.98 kg (30.82 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 8.08% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
Verve 1 Disc Lowstep has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Trek Verve 1 Disc Lowstep 2021, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Verve 1 Disc Lowstep has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Verve 1 Disc Lowstep comes in 3 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 187 cm (5.09 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.