How good is Trek Bike?

Question

I am planning to buy one Trek Race, some Aluminum series. How good are they? I know most of the racer uses Italian bikes or European brand. Is there anyone use Trek at all?

Answer 1

Trek make good bikes. You are looking at the Alpha Aluminum Race models, and they are just what you'd expect for the price. The components will make the bike. The difference in the frames is not as great as the difference in components as you spend more money on that model. The 1500 is a good start.

Also, remember that the bike will only be as good as the mechanic that puts it together for you. Be sure to order through an authorized Trek dealer and have that mechanic build your bike. Most will have you ride for a few weeks, then come back for adjustments.

Answer 2

Trek's aluminum series is very good actually. Most "racers" use italian brands because that is where a very popular parts company originated from and in the past, italian bikes, which were hand made back then, had the most wins in the tours. Today, american and canadian companies are just as good. I've ridden american, italian, french and even japanese frames and honestly, it comes down to the rider. The bike is just a tool. Team discovery channel adn the US post office, both teams which lance armstrong was part of used Trek bikes.

Trek's aluminum series this year is actually very good. In fact, the trek 1000, the entry level one, won overall best buy for this year because it is very well put together with components taht you can work with, train with and, even..... race with. Granted, not the lightests bikes on the road but nowhere nere the heaviest. The 1500 and 1600 are good buys as well. The rumer is taht Team Discovery channel won't be using Trek this year so all the bikes with the team paint job are trying to be gotten rid of. The thing is, because they were the team colors, trek put a lot of good, more expensive parts on it than the regular model. The good thing, both the regular 1500 and the team 1500 are the same price. So, parts that you won't find on a bike less then 1800, you'll find for less then 1000 on the 1500 with team paint jobs.

Answer 3

Roberto said it perfectly, a Trek is like a Ford. They are okay but you could get something better - or something worse. The key is to buy a bike that fits you, not based on name or cost. Your local bike shop can fit you for a bike and make recommendations based on your body geometry and riding habits. Instead of simply buying a bike becuase it is a Trek or Giant or Bianchi, go get fitted and find out which bike will best suit your needs.

Good luck!

Answer 4

It really depends on the style of riding you are going to do. I think Trek are a bit pricey, and seeing that i really can't afford something by Trek, I purchased a Kona which is actually very good. Although Trek is nice, for the price I'd get a Ellsworth. Just look at what you will be riding- downhill, jumps, dirt, or street-and buy something accordingly.

Answer 5

Its all about brand image, the Trek Race is no worse or better than any bike with in that price range. It`s when you get a bike built to your specs you really notice the difference, the handling etc and the paint job done to your design. I have one of each and i enjoy both, but i think for comfort of ride it`s the made to measure bike that win`s.But then that`s the personal ego kicking in..:)

Answer 6

I can't speak for all Trek bicycles, but I have owned a Trek Fuel EX7 mountain bike for two years. Great bike. Love it for trail riding. One problem with rear shock -- my bike shop fixed it under warranty. Absolutely no other problems. I've tightened spokes but have had no wheel truing problems with my Bontrager rims. I ride the bike hard, but not abusively. As far as Trek road bikes, Lance Armstrong rode Trek, and did a lot of winning. Keep in mind, his bicycles were custom made and used very pricey frames and components. I think Trek does well with their carbon fiber frames. If you don't mind spending a lot of money, check out the carbon fiber models. Here's how I choose a bicycle (road or mountain bike): Choose a size that fits properly. Test ride the bike. Go with whatever brand/model has good to excellent components and feels right to you. I like bicycles that seem to ride themselves. In other words, they seem to disappear under you as you ride. For my personal bicycles, I've ridden Fuji, Trek, and Scattante (a Performance Bicycles house brand). The Scattante R650 with a triple crank is fabulous for the price. My older Fuji lasted 21 years with only routine maintenance issues, and is still going great.

Answer 7

I'm looking into getting a Jamis Allegro I, myself. It looks like a good commuter bike and only costs around $500-$600. I believe that it's more of a hybrid bike than road bike, but it should work well. If you plan to enter races, I'd find something better. But for basic street cycling (i.e. work commuting or going to the store or park), it seems to be a good enough bike.

Answer 8

Trek makes a great product. My next bike WILL be a TREK.
I currently have a lower model 2003 GT Avalanche 3.0. paid
$369.00 and put $500.00 bucks into it. I still do not have disk
brakes. I do have dbl wall rims, wearthproof crankset, clickin pedals w/the expensive shoes, rack, aftermarket seat tube and saddle, 2 headlites, handlebar ends w/grips, 9 speed casette, Bontrager kevlar/high pressure 85psi w/tireliners molded in the tread, aftermarket brake pads, rack bag, Giro helmut, gloves, clothes, it goes on. My bike spins good just want a new TREK

Answer 9

All the major manufacturers bikes are pretty equal in quality. It's mostly a matter of personal preference.

I've had Treks since 1983. I log in about 15000 miles a year and haven't had any major problems except normal wear and tear.

Answer 10

Trek is fine. It's sort of like Ford. They make lots of bikes, good quality. I just don't think they're top of the line, but they also don't cost as top of the line.

I like Trek hardtails, but I wouldn't look at Trek full suspension. It's not that they're bad, but they're not inspiring.