Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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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 7 rear hub w/Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Plus, 700x40c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano roller brakes 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 7-Speed Midstep BLX is a Trek Viennarometoulouse model. Trek released 2 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable 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 make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork material
Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 7-Speed Midstep BLX has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Trek Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 7-Speed Midstep BLX 2014, has a 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 Vienna/Rome/Toulouse 7-Speed Midstep BLX has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.