Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel, oversized
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus, 3 speed
Crank
Sugino City, 38T
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub; Shimano Nexus 3 rear hub w/Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Plus, 700x40c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano V-brake front, Shimano roller brake rear w/ Tektro aluminum levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Rio
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 3-Speed Midstep BLX completes the Trek Viennarometoulouse model. There are 2 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking 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
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price 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. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 3-Speed Midstep BLX components
Fork material
Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 3-Speed Midstep BLX has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 3-Speed Midstep BLX bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 3-Speed Midstep BLX has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.