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Bike test – trek 2000.

These days it seems you can’t go anywhere without seeing a Trek being ridden by a rider of any age. Winning seven tours has made a big difference. Lance’s victories have certainly been good for the Wisconsin based company. He’s been made an ‘executive’ of Trek to salute his input into the company – that’s how much they value his input.

But there was a time when Trek road bikes (and to some extent bikes from other big US giants) weren’t that highly regarded as quality bikes, at least in the European cycling world. They’d built their reputation in the Mountain bike boom years. Back in the early nineties if anyone had suggested a Trek, Cannondale, Specialized or Scott would be a recognised ‘pro-peloton’ bike you’d be met with fits of laughter. Now though, that has all changed. Trek has worked closely with the Discovery team (and before that US Postal) to deliver bikes that are faster than the competition. And all this rapid development has been great for the consumer, as the technology has gradually worked down to the cheaper models.

Frame and Fork The 2000 sits bang in the middle of Trek’s impressively large road bike range. When first setting eyes on the blue/black/silver paintjob, you’ll either like it, or loathe it. But love or hate it, the paint hides an impressive frame. Trek has continued to develop their own aluminium tubing, ZR9000, which is used for all the main tubes except the seat stays. Here, a pair of fat OCLV carbon seatstays provides a nice amount of seated resilience. The main tubes of the frame are fat and chunky, and neat and smooth welding looks business-like and is really well executed.

Up front a Bontrager Race full carbon fork slides into the integrated headset. A nice touch is how the mainframe paintjob is extended seamlessly to the forks. The 2000 uses traditional non-compact geometry, with a 73.8° head angle and 73° seat angle, this has a familiar feel and the fork certainly tracks and smoothes the road ahead.

Most of the kit on the 2000 comes with a Bontrager label, much of it is functional and lightweight, if a little repetetive (all the components are Bonty’s). But the Race wheels didn’t disappoint. They might be low down in the overall range, but they worked great and are very strong. They’re not particularly light though, 1070g for the rear and 760g for the front. We found the Bontrager 23mm Race Lite tyres fast and comfortable, though we slashed the sidewall within the first few rides (it was wet), so long-term durability maybe an issue, but at least they’re wearing reasonably slowly. Overall the DT hubs and tight build made for a very sure set of hoops and they look the nuts.

A complete Shimano Ultegra groupset works faultlessly, in fact there isn’t much more that can be said that hasn’t be said already – so I won’t. The Hollowtech II chainset/bottom bracket is super stiff and matches the stiffness of the frame perfectly, it also has smooth lines that echo the intergated front end and the overall look is very pleasing, in an almost sculptural way. Bontrager also supplies the 44.5cm wide handlebars, with an ergo shape. Bar shape is a personal thing so we can’t really fault them [I can! – ed]. An 115m stem keeps the steering tight, and the now standard carbon seatpost provides some additional comfort and looks great. The Bonty saddle wasn’t too popular and those who rode it swapped it for a more familiar perch pretty quickly.

Conclusion Seeing as the 2000 is Trek’s somewhere-in-the-middle-of-the-range race bike, its doesn’t excite like some bikes further up the range, Lance doesn’t ride one for starters. But it is the kind of bike that anybody can jump on and straight away feel at home. The handling is very stable, very reliable and very predictable. Limits can safely be explored, and the bike issues so much confidence you can feel safe about hooning around back lanes, congested city streets or the race track with the assured feeling any good bike should endow you with.

The marriage of 6061 aluminium and Trek’s properierty carbon, OCLV, provides a resilient and lively ride. Compared to the all carbon Pilot the 2000 feels more alive. We tested the Trek Pilot earlier this year and concluded that it is a fantastic Etape/Audax bike. Well if you want to make the step up to racing you could consider the 2000 instead. it’s certainly less sedate and a triple option could offer you both Etape gearing and race performance.

The Pilot is excellent at dampening every little road bumpiness though, and this is nice, but it does kind of feel a little dead in direct comparison, like you’re riding along on a cushion of air. On the 2000 the combination of the aluminium main tubes and carbon seatstays, and carbon fork, relays just enough road surface through to the controls, giving you more feel of what the tyres are rolling over. It makes for a more involved ride, far more suited to whipping up a sprint at the head of a road race bunch.

The 2000 is a fast looking bike for sure, but does it ride fast? Well, yes it does, but in a reassuringly safe way. It doesn’t scare you when pushing it hard, instead remaining well poised and stable under all conditions, and it’s this fact that makes it a pleasure to ride. We’d describe the bike as having a somewhat split personality; on the one side it’s devastatingly fast, but on the other it’s happy and comfortable to just cruise along… It does what it says on the tin, which is probably how Trek intended it to be.

Specification (2006 model too)

Frame sizes: 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 63cm Size tested: 58 cm Frame tubing: Alpha 9000 w/OCLV VC Carbon mono stay seat stays Fork: Bontrager Race Headset: Cane Creek Internal, sealed, alloy Crankarms: Shimano Ultegra Hollowtech double Chainrings: 53/39 B/B: Shimano Ultegra Pedals: N/A Chain: Shimano 10 speed Freewheel: Shimano Ultegra 12-25, 10 speed F/D: Shimano Ultegra R/D: Shimano Ultegra Shifters: Shimano Ultegra STI Handlebar: Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm Stem: Bontrager Race Tape: Bontrager Cork Seappost: Bontrager Race Brakes: Shimano long reach w/STI levers Wheels: Bontrager Race X Lite 20/24 spoke Tyres: Bontrager Race X Lite AC, 700x23c Weight: 19.3lbs (less pedals) Price: £1500 Contact: Trek UK 01908 282626 www.trekbike.co.uk

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Is The Trek 2000 A Good Road Bike?

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Trek road bikes have always been a popular brand in road bike racing. Following the first generation of the Trek 2000 road bike in 1999, there were different versions of the Trek 2000 in 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003.

The Trek 2000, which was entirely hand-built, also competed in a few races at the time. This is a comprehensive review of the Trek 2000 road bike. Is the star model still a good road bike after 15 years?

I recently purchased a used Trek road bike.After a period of riding，We gained some practical experience.

Below we’ll take a look at the Trek 2000’s road performance, as well as its track performance, key components and specs, and its other versions. Finally, we also compare some of the road bikes for sale today to the Trek 2000.

If you’re on a budget, you can check out our Top 9 Best Road Bikes Under 500 [Review] to choose the best road bike.

Road Performance

You’d be correct if you expected more from this “old” road bike. Standard 700C tires, slim 25C tires for fast tarmac speeds. The carbon fiber fork is extremely strong and unbreakable.

Although the road edge section does not provide much shock absorption, it has a very high power transmission ratio when accelerating the ride. On the uphill section of the road, the 3X9 drivetrain makes the rider feel very comfortable.

The steep head tube angle forces the rider out of their comfort zone on downhills and necessitates a different acceleration position to gain a better grip on balance. It takes some getting used to.

It’s a little uncomfortable, but the Trek 2000 is still a good choice when the corner isn’t violent, and it’s still a good choice if you live in the neighborhood.

Track Performance

Even with an expensive race-specific road bike, if it’s just a flat road ride. When compared to the Trek 2000, the difference is only noticeable on longer rides.

On hill rides, the steep head tube angle of the Trek 2000 allows the rider to climb faster. Going downhill increases traction by compressing the body and lowering the center of gravity.

Especially the park’s plastic roads, which are one of my favorite places to ride. The Trek 2000 has a good power transfer ratio and 27 different speeds, allowing the rider to get used to it over a longer period of time, making it a mid-range road bike rather than a pure entry-level road bike.

The track performance is 4.5 out of 5 and is comparable to modern road bikes in the same price range.

Trek 2000 main components and specifications

Aluminum frame.

One of the features that distinguish the Trek 2000 bike as an entry-level race road bike is the use of Alpha SL aluminum.

The cost of construction is slightly higher than that of a steel frame, but it is lighter in weight. It maintains the frame’s rigidity.

The body is blue/silver. Standard Trek insignia. The head tube angle is aggressive.

The Trek 2000 frame design is a very classic race-type frame that can be used for not only road racing but also some triathlons.

The Trek 2000 has a Bontrager Race full carbon fork, which contributes significantly to the Trek 2000’s weight savings.

It is well known that the cheaper the bike, the heavier it is, and the Trek 2000 frame design is still very traditional compared to modern road bikes, with no quick-release hubs, a stiff thru-axle, and a stable front wheel for fast travel on flat roads during fast rides.

3X9 drivetrain

The Trek 2000’s 3X9 flywheel has a much higher gear count for flat road riding than the current 2X flywheel. And having more gears means having more gearing options.

This is fantastic for flat tracks. However, if you’re a beginner, having more gears means having a faster shift reaction time. And the three chainrings in the front section aren’t ideal for time trials.

Of course, for casual riding, the 3X9 drivetrain is a godsend, and who can resist a road bike with more gears?

700Cx25C Tires

The 700 x 25c Bontrager Select is a great tool for accelerated riding despite its lack of tread.

When riding on the road, it can accelerate the ride and accommodate up to 28C rims, which are one of the accessories that can be replaced if you want a more comfortable ride.

There is no attempt to achieve extreme lightness in tire weight, and some riders may prefer the thinner 23C tires, but that will be a great test of your riding skills.

It is extremely easy to fall down when going through corners quickly without enough sidewall, especially when going through corners quickly.

However, the thin tires of the 23C appeal to me for the challenge of faster riding speeds.

Other versions of Trek 2000

Trek 2000 wsd.

The Trek 2000 WSD is the perfect road bike for women riders. The 2000 version of the 2000 WSD still had a 3X8 drivetrain.

The 2000 version of the WSD had a 3X8 drivetrain, but the 2001 and later Trek 2000 WSDs all had a 3X9 drivetrain.

The paint colors were light blue and dark blue. The aluminum micro-adjusted seat post is also different from the Trek 2000.

2006 Trek 2000

The number of rear gears has been increased by 10 speeds, but the other changes are not too big.

Trek 2000 Specs

Trek 2000: what do we like.

• Quality Shimano accessories that will support the bike for years of use
• Durable, maintenance-free aluminum frame
• Carbon brazed dimensional fork
• Standard 700C tires for faster riding
• Multiple frame sizes to fit riders of all heights

What we don’t like?

• Hard saddle
• Pedals need to be upgraded to ride faster

Related Questions

• How much does the Trek 2000 weigh?

19.3 lbs, which is already relatively light for a road bike with an aluminum frame.

• How much does the Trek 2000 cost?

The price of the Trek 2000 varies from version to version. However, the official guide price is $1090-$1500.

• What is the price of a used Trek 2000 bike?

If you are willing to trade in your old bike for a new one, then the price is expected to be around $120.

But at used bike length, it is expected to double. 240 USD is the selling price. This is just the data before release and can be used as a reference.

Comparison Table

Competition, trek domane al 2 vs 2000.

In terms of price, aluminum frame, front, and rear rim brakes, light transmission angle, and carbon fork, the Trek Domane AL 2 is similar to the Trek 2000.

However, there is still a speed disparity. The Trek Domane AL 2 has a 2X8 drivetrain, which is not suitable for a competitive bike, and the compact body design is slightly narrower than the Trek 2000.

As a result, the Trek Domane AL 2 is well-suited to the needs of short commuter riders, which explains why they were able to reserve rack holes at the rear end of the frame, as well as front and rear mudguard mounts.

If you’re thinking about the possibility of racing, then consider the Trek Domane AL 4 Disc, which is more suitable than the Trek Domane AL 2.

But if you’re more of a fast commuter, the Trek Domane AL 2 is available at a very affordable price.

Trek Domane AL 4 Disc vs Trek 2000

Although the Trek Domane AL 4 Disc road bike is a little more expensive to purchase, the Trek Domane AL 4 Disc is better for the rider in terms of the quality of its accessories, and a more sensible way of braking when it comes to racing.

The Trek Domane AL 4 Disc is still made of aluminum, but the overall frame weighs about 4 pounds more than the Trek 2000, making it suitable for endurance races and shorter distances.

The 2X10 drivetrain will give riders a wide enough shift range, and while there is a large flywheel gap compared to the Trek 2000, I don’t believe the 2X10 gears are insufficient. I don’t believe the gears on the 2X10 are sufficient.

Front and rear forcible hydraulic disc brakes allow for faster descents followed by quick braking, allowing you to gain valuable time on downhill trails and corners.

If you enjoy gravel sections and trail riding, you’ll be pleased with the Trek Domane AL 4 Disc’s configuration.

RIDLEY Fenix Road Bike vs Trek 2000

The RIDLEY Fenix Road Bike is the strongest competitor to the Trek 2000 in the list.

A competitive road bike that combines sports aesthetics and cycling, the Gravel Road Bike will see the light of day.

If you own the RIDLEY Fenix you get, carbon fiber frame, carbon fiber fork, 2X11 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, and Vittoria Rubino Pro Tires to keep you rolling on gravel roads.

The RIDLEY Fenix Road Bike has a lighter weight than 2000: around 17 pounds, a clean and tidy look, a steep fork, and the climbing ability to crush the Trek 2000. These are what make the RIDLEY Fenix Road Bike a worthy all-around carbon racing and training bike.

The price point is medium in competitive bikes, not extremely light, but all the performance is up to about 95% of a pro-level road bike, making it a very cost-effective competitive bike.

Schwinn Phocus 1600 vs Trek 2000

The Schwinn Phocus 1600, which is half the price of the Trek 2000, does not appear to satisfy competitive riders.

The Schwinn Phocus 1600 is an aluminum frame with a carbon fiber fork, but it’s a great alternative to the Trek 2000 for first-time riders looking for a more affordable road bike.

This looks a lot like the Trek 2000. The gearing, however, has been compromised, with a 2X8 drivetrain and no it wide-range gearing.

As a result, the Schwinn Phocus 1600 is only available to riders who commute to ride or go out for exercise.

Final Verdict

With its lightweight, durable aluminum frame and ultra-wide gear range, the Trek 2000 is still a mid-range race road bike that has a lot to offer compared to modern new road bikes.

But if you’re not looking for a used road bike, consider the options in our comparison table.

The Trek 2000, with a stable ride and a configuration that allows for fast and accelerated riding, ultimately we think it’s a good road bike and worth buying.

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The Trek T 2000 is a tandem/road bike with an aluminum ZR 9000 frame. The frame comes in colors like red, blue and Coastal  Blue.

It was originally released in 2003. Due to the size and frame materials, we estimate that this bike weighs around 35 pounds. The T 2000 is fully rigid.

The T 2000 comes with Mix and Shimano Ultegra Triple components, including a Bontrager Race Lite stem, an aluminum, threadless Cane Creek S-6 headset and dual-control Shimano shifters.

The T 2000 has 9 speeds and has a Shimano derailleur.

It comes with Bontrager Race Lite Continental Ultra 3000 tires (622mm x 28mm) and Bontrager Race Lite rims.

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Trek 4500 review

The 4500 sits right at the top of Trek's entry-level bike bracket. Its lack of cable disc brakes compared to rivals may impact on casual purchases, but in fact frees up the budget for some shrewd spec choices.

The chassis is a typical aluminium XC frame, with a wishbone seatstay and an oversized down tube that flares wider to stiffen up the front end. The fork is another dependable RockShox Dart, but with 80mm travel, disc and V-brake bosses, and a lockout switch, as well as rebound adjustment.

On the trail, the reach is roomy, thanks more to the long stem than the average top tube.

Bar height looks high but that's due to the long steerer tube and 4cm of spacer washers. Shuffling these and flipping the 10-degree stem lets you go XC low, or get down out of the wind for road work. Even as it is, the front end feels a lot more flrmly planted than the Saracen's on any twisty or uphill trails.

The drivetrain is the best in the test. Instead of 24-speed Acera or Alivio it's 27-speed Deore, which gives smaller steps between gears as well as a handy 22x34T bottom for climbing. While the 4500 comes with V-brakes, its wheels are ready for upgrading thanks to disc hubs - so you can skip cable discs and go straight to the hydraulics that any upgrader would want anyway.

The Bontrager Jones ACX tyres coped well with a variety of conditions, from armoured trails to thick mud. On road the rear end is commuter ready, like the Saracen, although you'll need to bodge something to fit a full front mudguard.

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Trek 2000 4300 Rigid Bike

mountain bike, non-suspension, Mountain Mix components, Trek fork

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It has a strong and light frame, shifts well, and handles well on almost all terain.

If you ride it hard stuff will brake. Some weak parts from my experience are the crank, pedals, and cassette. The fork is almost alright, and the tires suck. The seat is a little stiff but it never really bothered me.

Well it's good for your first Mtn. bike as everyone else has said. It's a good all around bike. It definatly has it's limmits. It's tough i mean it lasted me four years.As for the tires i put a set of Bontrager Jones AC's on it they kick ass in the mud they lasted me about 2 years.I put a Shimano deore crank set on it.I also put a Sram cassette on it.

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Value. For the price, this is a solid bike. It handles well, shifts great, and stops quickly. I am a rookie (for now), and this meets my needs.

I find the seat uncomfortable after a while. The pedals could use a better grip.

For a beginner who wants a good bike without taking out a second mortgage, this is a great product to look at.

Raleigh M50

Light weight, strong frame, decent shifters, responsive, wheel-set (tires/rims)

lousy seat (for fat people), huffy pedals, noisy chain-deraleur set, weak shox (in-sync...shoot the person who came up with that brand name)

This bike has so much potential...buy it at it's price and spend some $$$ on modifying seat, pedals, shox and you'll have a bike that rides like a $1500+ bike. I ride fairly hard doing 2' drops and 'moguls'. When I use the front brakes, I can hear the 'click' of the looseness of the front shox. They have too much travel and bottoms out quick. I've raped this bike several times and it still keeps cuming for more. A perfect weekend warrior bike. I'm definately keeping it for a while after I modify it. Email me if u have questions.

The frame itself is fairly nice for a begining level mountain bike. The bars are a second feature that I also found nice.

The combonation of shifter and brake lever in one seems to be a problem for me. I think that it would be better to have them seperate. The shock also is a great down fall to the bike. I ride pretty hard and for someone who is not afraid to take a few good drops the shock is too weak. It bottoms out easily and the rebound is way too fast.

The bottom line... for a beginer to the mountain bike scene it is a good bike. For someone who is going to ride it a little harder the bike is a good point to start and then add onto to make nicer. With some changes to the parts this bike could really rock.

A close bike setup wise is the specialized hardrock. Both bikes, while having nice frames and other parts which catch peoples eyes, they both lack the quality of a good fork.

Light, easy to manuever, smooth shifting. Bike is strong and will hold up to most MTB trails.

I have been riding this bike for almost 3 months. The friends and I ride 3 times a week road and then ride the trails on the weekends. The 4300 is great for both. Strong frame but very light. True the wheels and you will roll forever. The bike is great for beginners as well as anyone who has been riding for a while. Bottom line is: get this bike and hold on!

GT Talera (7 yrs)

nice frame, nice sturdy ride,

poor brake set, poor pedals

this bike is so so, but the frame is awesome, you need to use the above upgrades to make it good. the ffront derailleur sucks big time. shifting sucks too. need new derailleurs.

(This is for the 2001 Trek 4300, by the way)Great price, great weight, incredible brakes. Very upgradeable, especially at the price. Great gearing for x-country riding, and cruises well on pavement too.

The front derailleur either scrapes or has problems shifting (and has even thrown my chain already), bike seems too short (length wise; it's a 16.5", and I'm 5'7") from the seat to the handlebars...my legs tend to cramp unless I'm sitting almost off the back of the seat. The grips are kinda "unsightly" and they're too small for me. I also am not a big fan of either the red (which I have) or the yellow paint scheme.

A great bike for a great price! Just upgrade that front derailleur (which is listed on the Trek website as a Shimano, but there's only some other unknown name and some numbers on the back of mine). This is most likely the best bike I could have gotten for getting back into mountain biking on a budget.

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Thig bike is super light. It handles like a dream. I do 2'-5' drops and it seems to glide through the air. The awsome paint sceme is incredable. I was also impressed with the brake components, they react like dick brakes.

The gear components stink!! I've bent the front derailor at least three times now. The rear derailor spring is as tight as a banjo string and the gear shifter is like tightening a 2" ball. The pedals are really cheep. Who would put a reflector on the outer side of the pedal.

This is a great bike for weekend wariors as well as the diehard. It is light and it handles well. For the price, it is a great bike, Just plan on getting some new pedals.

Motive: Rocky Ridge

Good component mix for the money. Threadless headset. It's shiny and new, like 80's madonna.

It's too soon in our relationship for me to see her faults. Except for that one piece crank set. It's Altus, though.

I looked at a lot of bikes in this range, mostly from last year. I didn't want grip shifts, which are common at this price. I believe this has the same frame type as many of the mid-range treks. It's sorta light. You don't lose out on your drivetrain just to get a low-end suspension fork. I do most of my moving in the city, so I don't really need one right away anyhow. The frame should last, so it'll be upgradable. Treks come with a lifetime warranty on the frame. You get a lot, but you won't pay a lot. I paid $429 Canadian. That's what, 20, 30 bucks american? No really, 50 bucks? That's a good deal, hombre.

Steel Raleigh, circa '92. She's a good old girl. It's okay, you can sleep now. Does anyone else remember Exage?

Good bike for cost.

Some components lacking in quality

This is a good bike for its cost. It is reliable and performs adequately. The no-name brakes and low grade shimano shifters are the first components that you will need to change. The shifters won't feel great after 1000 miles and the brakes tend to bind and are difficult to adjust. This is the highest quality hardtail with a rigid fork that Trek sells. However it is still an entry level bike with components common to the lowest end Trek models. I would have been more satisfied if they used Alivo components thoughout.

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Trek T2000 Tandem Bike

Frame Material: aluminum Frame Angles: 73.0 head, 73.0 seat Sizes: captain 54cm/stoker 44cm, captain 56cm/stoker 45cm, captain 58cm/stoker 46cm Colors: Blue Fork: Trek Rear Shock: Not applicable Brake Levers: Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control Handlebar: Bontrager Race Lite/CX Stem: Bontrager Race Lite Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek S-6 Front Der: Shimano Ultegra Crankset: Shimano Ultegra Tandem, 22/32 teeth Rear Der: Shimano XTR SGS Pedals: Not applicable Tires: Bontrager Race Lite

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Very fast, smooth, quiet,and visually appealing tandem. Have ridden on multiple types of road terrain around OC California and the standard triple 12-34 gearing is well equipped to handle most anything.

The Bontrager Tandem specific wheels are not repairable so if it develops cracks at the the hub, one has to replace them. The stock saddles are not very comfortable but replacement Terry saddles solves the problem completely. The breaks are noisy even when changed out multiple times. One high end brand brake pad solves this problem as well.

This is a first tandem and only have the test rides from similarly equipped Burley and Cannondale to compare with. The T2000 rode significantly better than both of the aforementioned brands. Bought the tandem new and used it lightly for several years with various guest stokers. The aluminum frame does have some noticeable occasional flexing but not enough to feel insecure over. The T2000 feels lightweight and the high-end looking Bontrager bladed spoke wheels make for easy acceleration and lots of compliments at the ride breaks. The bike has taken the usual road bumps around town and seems to stay intact with the exception of the rear Tandem specific Bontrager wheel. The rear hubs have cracked after around 2000 miles. There is evidently no Trek solution to repair these wheels as the weak two spokes per hub hole design is no longer available. This is the main downfall of the bike and has been noticed by other owners. I am rating a 3 mainly because of the non repairable expensive Bontrager tandem wheels that need to be scrapped. Otherwise it would be all the tandem a recreational rider would ever need. The new 2010 lightweight ROLF designed Tandem specific wheels have significantly improved both the ride, noise levels and the acceleration of the bike. Ultra smooth now!

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Test drive Burley, Cannondale. Also, usually ride single Trek and Specialized high end bikes.

Smoothness, speed, stiffness and comfort

Braking power (yet combined weight is less than 300 lbs)

The bike is a 2008 Trek T2000 ("What year is your bike" does not offer 2008 option), which is the last year Trek built this model. I was fortunate to find this bike new at a bike shop about 250 miles away. First ride was great! It took just a few laps of our neighborhood to learn the basics; bikes dynamics, how-to communication and how-to perform emergency stops. A lot different than a single as you can feel the stoker pedaling and their side-to-side motion. Overall the bike handles these variations very well as the frame is stiff and does not flex. The bike felts extremely light and accelerates very quickly. The long wheel base also helps smooth out the ride. Excited to ride it on a 3+ hour ride. Based on our short 10 miler and that we were professionally fitted, comfort should not be a concern. Can not comment on other tandems, as this is my first, but this one is a nice ride. I recommend others to invest into a tandem and reconnect with your "stoker" :)

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