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November 18, 2022

‍ Key Takeaways

• The Alpha 1.1 was an entry-level road bike built from 2011 - 17.
• Trek Bicycle Corporation is headquartered in Waterloo, Wis.
• The Trek Alpha 1.1 was one of the best values for the money.

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‍ One of the best entry-level bikes that Trek ever made was the Alpha 1.1. Even though Trek no longer produces this gem, the bike still has plenty to offer.

Made from 2011 - 2017, the Trek Alpha 1.1 sought to attract a new generation of riders to the love of cycling. The Alpha was the least expensive of the Trek lineup, which helped it achieve a reputation for being a great value. The bike was known for being lightweight, fast, and very durable.

Battling years of negative press, Trek Bicycle Corporation found itself in full-blown damage control in early 2010. Their alleged involvement in doping plagued them (which their team leader, Lance Armstrong, admitted to using a couple of years later), coupled with a very public lawsuit over the leadership of Lemond Cycles had left a sour taste in the hearts of the public. To counter its tarnished public image, Trek introduced an entry-level bicycle to try and attract new riders. Their mission was to produce a higher quality road racer without the expensive price tag. So, to accomplish this task, Trek applied its research data and design experience to the task and worked with its far eastern counterparts to produce a lightweight, durable bike that could go very fast.

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‍ What’s So Special about the Trek Alpha 1.1?

The Trek Alpha is now only available used, mainly on eBay or with some bike dealers who have a good consignment program.

The Alpha 1.1 was a Quality Build.

Even though the 1.1 was designed at Waterloo, Wisc (where Trek headquarters are located), the bike was not assembled inside the US. While many Americans prefer items produced in the good old US of A, the fact that Trek continued to use its factories in China and elsewhere isn’t necessarily wrong.

For years, Trek had depended on these builders to consistently produce many high-end premium road racers. Using these same workers meant that the bikes would likely show a high degree of excellence, precisely what Trek needed to combat an increasingly agitated riding community.

The frame was made from aluminum tubing with an attractive glossy finish. Even though carbon fiber was becoming all the rage for high-end performance bicycles, aluminum was a much cheaper resource. The primary benefit of an aluminum frame is that it provides excellent strength qualities while at the same time costing less, meaning that the bicycle price can be contained. Trek used its extensive racing research to push the aluminum frame to the limit, keeping the weight down while still holding onto the structural rigidity needed for most riders.

The folks at Trek must have felt pretty good about the frame because they offered a lifetime warranty with every purchase, which was virtually unheard of at the time.

The Trek Alpha 1.1 utilized the traditional H2 top-tube sloping, which is supposed to be the optimal riding position (according to Trek’s research). The steep upright angle of the tube enhances the rider's overall comfort, making it easier for cyclists to stay on task and enjoy the ride. The designers knew that the more comfortable the ride, the longer a cyclist would stay on their bike, which is precisely what the company wanted. The design shows how committed Trek folks were to fashioning a bike to appeal to a wide range of buyers.

Shimano Claris shifters and derailleurs provide the effective movement of gears when needed. Most bike reviews indicate the ride is soft, with no issues moving up and down hills through the gear ratios. While the eight gears might have been less than a professional racer would use, it is more than adequate for normal cycling. (The aluminum frame adds extra weight that might create issues for riders attacking inclines).

The wheels are Bontrager AT-750 double-walled alloy rims with 700c x 25 tires. The narrow tires lend themselves to increased speed and reliable handling when navigating corners.

Interestingly enough, the Bontrager is Trek’s primary tire supplier, and the tire is manufactured in Waterloo, Wisc. The Alpha 1.1 also has room for wider tires for additional grip on wet or muddy surfaces. There is also room for a rear rack or mudguards should their installation be necessary.

The shifter and rear brake cables are run alongside the downtube and provide effective braking and shifting. Most professional bikes run the cables inside the center tube to minimize wind drag and increase aerodynamics. However, the Alpha 1.1 seems content to run the brakes alongside the tubing rather than inside. (My preference is inside the tubing, as an integrated cable system, but this requires additional attention during the manufacturing process and increases the cost). Trek went with a parallel cable system to save dollars during the manufacturing process, and this is a win for the casual rider, who isn’t worried about shaving second off a stage time.

The seat is also a Bontrager Affinity which is soft enough to add comfort without discomfort on longer rides.

The Alpha 1.1 was the Least Expensive Bike Trek Made.

When it was introduced, the Alpha 1.1 was offered as the best value in bikes. Trek saw a need to create a market for new riders. By keeping the manufacturing costs to a minimum (including cheaper labor costs overseas), the company decided to pass those savings along to potential buyers.

The bike was priced well below the $500 mark, which made it easily affordable for most families. Now, the average American who felt the urge to channel their inner Lance Armstrong could have a bike similar to the Trek-Segafredo pro team used.

The Alpa 1.1 Performed Very Well

It didn’t take long for the researcher of the Alpha to discover that those who purchased the bike and rode it loved it. The reviews recognize that the short wheelbase made for a bike that was quick enough to chew up the pavement, handle well while cornering, and stay in control on the wet or less-than-perfect pavement.

The earliest renditions of the Alpha 1.1 had an aluminum fork and frame that tended not to dampen the bumps and jolts of imperfect road surfaces. While carbon forks and frames do a better job smoothing out the pavement, this complaint was not enough to make riders consider other models or take the Alpha off their list. However, the later model year Alpha (2017) shows a Trek carbon fork, which helped with some of the complaints about the ride. (Again, my preference here is to have an adjustable fork that allows the rider to quickly switch to suspension settings to handle rougher terrain, but this was something the folks at Trek were unwilling to do on their early road racers).

There have been some complaints as to the weight of the bike, but these were primarily complaints by riders who were used to riding a carbon-fiber frame. For these riders, the bike’s ride might seem chunky, particularly on steep inclines, where the additional weight can quickly come into play. Even though the bike may be harder to move uphill than other competing road bikes, the ride is just about what you might expect for its price point.

Why Did Trek Stop Making the Alpha 1.1?

For several years, the Trek Alpha 1.1 was a trendy bike for the company. Still, unfortunately, after the initial excitement for the bike wore off, Trek realized that buyers were flocking to other competitors producing better bikes. The emergence of smaller bike companies pushed Trek to drop Alpha 1.1 in favor of other lines, such as the FX series or the Emonda lineup.

At about the same time, Trek and Segafredo partnered to sponsor an International Racing Team. In 2022, the team has over 31 riders on the men’s side and 14 riders on the women's. The teams dominate the racing circuit and are almost always on the leaderboards.

Where Can I Purchase an Alpha 1.1?

Even though Trek still carries an image of the 1.1 on its website, the bike is not available to be shipped from the company. The only way to secure an Alpha 1.1 is through eBay, or another online site selling used bikes.

• A very reasonably priced entry-level bike
• The bike is well-made, with a lot of research behind it
• The company has an incredible resume in road racing
• Aluminum frame holds up well
• Perfect looking bike.
• No longer being made
• Trek losing ground to other competitors
• Click on Ebay to find out the latest price.

What kind of Bikes is Trek Making Now?

Even though Trek no longer produces the Alpha 1.1, the company still has a wide selection of bicycles for every discipline. The company makes a Marlin series, an excellent beginner bike for mountain and trail riding. Trek suggests the Edmonda series or the FX-1 for an entry-level bike for road riding. Trek also has a large selection of electric bikes. The FX+ is priced at around $2500, while the Domaine+ SLR retails for around $8500. which are not cheap but are great rides nonetheless. Here are some of our recommendations for the best bikes for entry-level riders in the Trek lineup.

• Entry Level Road/City Bike - FX 1
• Mountain Bike - Marlin 7
• Electric Bike - FX+
• Boy’s Bike - Roscoe 20
• Girl’s Bike - Wahoo 24

For more information on Trek bicycles, see the manufacturer’s website.

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Trek 1.1 Road Bike

• Frame: Alpha White Aluminum
• Fork: Aluminum
• Wheels: Alloy hubs; Bontrager Approved alloy rims
• Tires: Bontrager Sport, 700x23c
• Shifters: Shimano 2300 STI, 8 speed
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The frame is great value for money, and the components won't leave you feeling let down. The handling is good for beginners, not too snappy to make for a twitchy ride but still responsive enough to have lots of fun with- goes where you want it to. Frame reasonably comfortable for an alloy frame, and stiff enough for all but the most dedicated racers. Mudguard and rack mounts adds versatility.

Cheap finishing kit that could be upgraded to make the most of the frame- tyres are very susceptible to punctures and should be thrown away as soon as possible.

I've had my 2011 model for nearly 4 years, with about 15000miles put into it so far and I can't say I have any complaints about the quality of the frame. It is currently my only road bike so I do all of my general club riding, training and racing on it, and it's taken it all in its stride. I have replaced all of the moving parts on the machine as they have worn out (to be expected on a budget machine) but I still find the frame and forks to be comfortable enough, and although you can see some flex in the bottom bracket when putting in big efforts this shouldn't be a problem for the target market. The wheels are very strong, and are pretty much the same as the reputable shimano RS501 wheels used by many for training and winter use, and never needed truing for the 10000 miles they lasted. The jagwire cabling is also commended- the inners lasted for 3 years before replacement with not a great deal of stretch, and the outers are still in reasonable condition. However, the stock tyres punctured every 12 miles like clockwork, and were replaced after 3 rides to a pair that had no such issues. There is plenty of clearance for full length mudguards, which are great for general mile munching in temperate climates where rain is common- and the extra bosses for a rear rack add to the versatility of the bike, so you can use it for light touring if you wanted to. This is a great bike if you are thinking of getting into road bikes, as the frame is good enough to deserve upgrading with better components if your interest grows and you want better performing kit for racing or just for your own enjoyment. It would also serve as a very capable and racy winter training bike if you chose to upgrade to a new bike for the drier months or special events. I will certainly be keeping mine well into the future after purchasing a dedicated racing machine.

This is an EXCELLENT entry level bike! Emphasis on ENTRY LEVEL. I have put over 3000 miles on it, and am still able to honestly say money WELL spent, even though if I knew that I was going to put SO many miles on, I would have gone with a higher level bike! I was new to road biking. I had a Trek 820 MTB that I used on the local trails on rare occasion, but out of the blue, I have had several friends who randomly asked if I wanted to do some long rides. I wasn't sure how well I would take to road biking, but as a kid growing up in Iowa, RAGBRAI would come through my hometown a couple of times, and I always thought it would be cool to do something like that. So, I bought the 2010 Trek 1.1 as a graduation present to myself for finishing grad school, and what a gift to myself! After 3000 miles, I am ready for an upgrade, but the bike will stay in the family and go to my son when I finally save the cash to buy up on a better bike! In the 5 (or more) years that I had the Trek 820, I didn't put a total of 100 miles on it, and now I ride over 100 miles a WEEK during the riding season!

The factory seat was TERRIBLE. I got a $8.00 seat from Walmart that was 100x's better than what came with the bike. I now have a Serfas Gel Seat, and it is great. The Shimano 2300 components are a bit finicky on shifting, but it isn't a complete washout on them. This is still much more bike than I have ever owned, and I am enjoying it A LOT! 3000 miles, a lot!!! I am a big guy, when I bought the bike I was over 270lbs. I am now down to about 250. I did have to upgrade the back wheel to a 36 spoke count because I kept popping spokes on the 32 spoke that came with the bike. I popped 3-4 spokes in about the first 1000 miles, and since upgrading to the 36 spoke Velocity 105 compatible wheel, I haven't popped a SINGLE spoke. factory tire didn't last long... Have tried a few different tires and now have Continental Tires and love them, MUCH more durable!

If at purchase I knew that I was going to be putting on 3000 miles in the first year, I would have bought up a couple levels. However, I didn't know. That being said, this is a great bike! In high school, I had a Huffy 626. In college, I bought a cheap WalMart MTB that was trash. About 5 years ago, I bought the Trek 820 MTB which I still own and use when the kids ride along and I need to slow down to help them keep up! So, this is far and away, the fastest and lightest and nicest bike I have ever dreamed of owning. I never thought I would spend even $500 on a closeout bike without gagging on the thought of that much cash going into a BICYCLE!!! I never knew that there really was that much difference in bicycles. This experience has opened my eyes to a whole new world, and makes the city I live in, much more scenic and special place to live! This bike, more specifically, has helped me lose some weight and ride to support research for Breast Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes and other organizations! I would have NEVER thought that just over a year since the purchase, I would have over 3000 miles on a BIKE, but I do.

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I have ridden Giant Defy 3, Bianchi via Nirone, Specialized TriCross and a few others in the low to low/mid level. I really liked the shock absorption in the TriCross, but I was on a budget and opted for the 1.1. Giant Defy 3 was great, and if price was the same, would have gone with Giant Defy 3, but I was able to get a great deal on the 2010 1.1, in April 2011.

Vaule, quick handling/accelration, fairly versatile.

Entry level components

I got this 2010 bike used in July 2011, as an affordable bike for general recreation riding and running errands, with occasional overnight “light touring” trips. 800+ miles later it has served all those purposes well. The bike looked brand new, with no sign of previous use. It came with 2 left toe-clips, and a severally misadjusted from derailer; don’t know if this was Trek’s fault, the LBS where I got it, or the original owner. This is the “Compact“ version with 50/36 chain ring and a 8 speed 12-25 cassette. This is enough gearing for the type of riding I do. This is Trek’s entry level road bike, and you can see what they cut out to keep the price down. The Shimano 2300 derailers/shifters baulk sometimes but the drivetrain runs smooth once in gear. The brakes stop well enough but the need constant adjustment and oiling to keep one pad from dragging after release. And the original saddle was an ass-hatchet (I replaced it.) The bike has braze-ons for fenders but I use the extra frame room to mount bigger tires. The bike came with 700C x 23 mm, but I run a 28mm in the back most of the time, and 32mm back/28mm front for long trips. The 32 mms just barely clear the seat post, and mounting anything bigger than 23mm requires a little force to get them past the brake calipers. I have also run this bike on dirt roads/trails with 20 year old rusted steel wheels and 27” x 1¼” (630mm x 32mm) treaded tires (to avoid damage to the 32 spoke wheels the bike came with.) The old rear wheel has 6 sprockets, and with a little adjustment I can get the 8 speed shifters to work with it. The bike accelerates and changes direction quickly, especially with the skinny tires. It rides comfortably with the thicker tires. It tracks straight when riding with no-hands. And I’ve carried 20 lbs on the rear rack with ease. You can get a nicer bike by spending more money. But so far this bike has been fun, reliable and a good value.

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Trek’s 1.1 is a great choice for road riding fun. It boasts Trek’s light, nimble-handling Alpha aluminum frame that has a slightly higher front end and elevated handlebars for comfort. To make the most of that increased comfort, this sweet road machine is equipped with easy-rolling Bontrager wheels and tires, powerful dual-pivot brakes for confidence and control, and a 16-speed drivetrain with a wide-range crankset for flying up the climbs. You’ll also appreciate the Bontrager saddle, bars, stem, and bar tape— touchpoints that balance performance and comfort.

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Specifications

• Fork Trek Carbon Road
• Hubs Bontrager alloy
• Chain SunRace CNM84
• Crank Vuelta Corsa
• Bottom Bracket Sealed cartridge, English thread
• Front Derailleur Shimano Claris
• Rear Derailleur Shimano Claris
• Saddle Bontrager Montrose Comp
• Headset 1-1/8-inch integrated, semi-cartridge bearings

Q: How much is a 2017 Trek 1.1?

A 2017 Trek 1.1 is typically priced around $770 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size 2017 Trek 1.1 should I get?

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How The Trek 1.1 Became A Super Affordable Entry-Level Road Bike

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• Price: $769
• Weight：10.0 kg
• Fork： Carbon
• Frame： Aluminium
• Wheels: 700c
• Drivetrain: 2 × 8
• Groupset： Claris
• Brakes: Rim

What we like about it: Fast, positive, confidence-inspiring, and fun. During the ride, I noticed less vibration transmitted through the forks into the handlebars, making it more enjoyable. The brakes worked well and required little effort to slow or stop the bike.

What we don’t like about it: Uncomfortable seat. My stock saddle has been replaced with one that is a bit more comfortable.

Trek uses the geometry that has been tested on the Pro Tour on every Trek road bike.

Buying a Trek 1.1 is choosing the most cost-effective ride quality! Performance = Ride Quality! It doesn’t matter what kind of kit is on the bike, the Trek 1.1 you pay for the same price is definitely more effortless and quicker to ride than any other brand of road bike in the same price range.

The Trek 1.1 aluminum road bike has the same aerodynamic shape and detailing as a high-end bike. The Trek 1.1 is sturdy, lightweight, and designed for zipping down the road.

With so many compliments, you can’t wait to learn about it, let’s get to know Trek 1.1 with our testers.

Main Features

Frame(4.6/5).

Aluminum alloy frames and components have been used throughout most of the history of the bicycle industry, but this does not mean that there is no possibility of continuous improvement and improvement.

For the Alpha Aluminum, Trek took the most complex metallurgy and pushed it to the limit—creating a strong, lightweight frame that delivers a riding experience that rivals many carbon frames.

The Trek 1.1 builds the frame with an Alpha Aluminum 100 Series for a more compliant frame, allowing the Trek 1.1 to maintain gold-hot acceleration performance at an affordable price.

With an Alpha Aluminum frame, you don’t have to think twice about hitting gravel trails or doing multi-day trips.

The Trek 1.1 will be an excellent companion for your vacation, travel, training, and competition.

The Trek 1.1’s Alpha Aluminum 100 Series frame features front and rear fender mounts designed for riders to ride in the rain and mud.

Geometry(4.7/5)

In Trek’s frame geometry, it is divided into “H1” and “H2”.

The H1 frame has a lower head tube and longer reach; the H2 frame has a higher head tube and a deeper depth.

Simply put, the H1 is suitable for aggressive riding positions, and the H2 is suitable for relatively comfortable, or durable riding positions.

Therefore, Trek 1.1 can also see its design logic with H2 geometry.

Components and Specifications

Drivetrain(4.5/5).

Trek 1.1 shifters use Shimano Claris, 8 speed, and both front and rear derailleurs use Shimano Claris.

Trek 1.1 Shimano Claris, 8-speed shifter Feel comfortable, ergonomically shaped, and with 2×8 speed road drivetrain compatibility, Shimano Claris dual levers provide accurate shifting and confident braking.

In our testers’ eyes, the durable and low-maintenance 8-speed drivetrain gives you the best gear range on a Trek 1.1 road bike.

Simple and intuitive dual control levers provide the Trek 1.1 with a comfortable ride.

Front and rear derailleurs

Our testers found the Shimano Claris rear derailleur on the Trek 1.1 to be a highlight.

Especially when shifting along with the flywheel into a more difficult-to-adjust gear during shifting, the shifting can also be precise and relatively sensitive.

When you and your buddies are conquering a steep hill or sprinting, it works perfectly under that load.

If you take these things into consideration, you’re in awe of the fact that the Trek 1.1 has a Shimano Claris rear derailleur.

One thing our testers also mentioned, however, is that we all know that the Shimano Claris is an 8-speed system, and the chain jumps between the gears a bit.

This puts pressure on the rear derailleur, and the details of smooth shifting are also something we need to pay attention to.

Dropping the chain from the large ring of the sprocket to the small ring is easy, but the reverse is not the same thing.

The Shimano Claris front derailleur pull-arm is much shorter than Shimano’s other pricier series. Our testers felt that it took a lot of effort to keep pushing the front derailleur to make a sustained shift.

It’s not a big problem, but in case of rain or cold winter weather, your fingers may not be able to control it very flexibly.

Trek 1.1 cranks are Vuelta Corsa, 50/34 (compact). Vuelta Corsa, 50/34 (compact) cranks are cold-forged and have a durable coating.

Chainrings with 110mm BCD compact steel. Gearing of 50T/34T, designed for indexed shifting. Shimano M371 cranks have good rigidity, durability, and lubrication after testing.

This product definitely met our testers’ expectations. Vuelta Corsa, 50/34 (compact) is also cheap.

The Trek 1.1 has a sprocket range of 11-28T, and the individual sprockets are precisely positioned relative to each other, ensuring the chain moves smoothly between the gears.

The Trek 1.1 uses a Sun Race CSR86, 8-speed cassette, and a net weight of 235 grams, which is very light.

In the eyes of our testers, the Sun Race brand cassette looked better than Shimano’s.

The Sun Race CSR86, 11-28, 8-speed shifts quickly and smoothly.

When we tested it violently, it was found that there was no excessive wear, which was also due to the good nickel-plated protective layer on the surface.

Pedals(4.4/5)

The Trek 1.1 pedals feature nylon composite treads, and the pedals themselves are fairly large.

The whole tread feels very comfortable. Nylon pedals are better than alloy pedals in terms of durability, more wear-resistant, and are less prone to deformation.

Fork (4.3/5)

Carbon fiber not only has the inherent characteristics of carbon materials but also has the soft processing properties of textile fibers. Its specific gravity is less than 1/4 that of steel, but its strength is very high, and its corrosion resistance is excellent.

The Trek 1.1 front fork uses a Trek carbon fiber road fork, which reduces the weight of the entire vehicle and can indirectly increase the speed. Moreover, the carbon fiber front fork has good elasticity and can absorb more vibrations from the ground.

Bottom Bracket(4.5/5)

Generally, cartridge bottom brackets have two main components. The cartridge itself consists of the sealed bearings and spindle and is usually threaded into your frame’s right (drive side). The lockring is threaded into the left (or non-drive) side of the frame, and it supports the opposite end of the cartridge.

Bottom brackets should be installed and left alone. A sealed unit is what’s popular because it does not require maintenance.

Headset(4.6/5)

Trek 1.1 only a small section of the headset can be seen from the appearance, and the size of the frame pipe diameter will be larger to cover the entire set of internal parts.

In addition, the lower bearing of the hidden head bowl needs to be selected according to the angle of the front fork.

The Trek 1.1 uses a headset with 1-1/8″ integrated, semi-cartridge bearings.

This headset is made from a quality aluminum alloy material that is anti-rust, sturdy, and durable. Fine machining ensures a sleek surface, and the headset fits perfectly.

Dust and water can be kept away by the cap thus extending the life of the device. Using this bicycle headset, you can prevent the bearing from over-abrasion and allow it to rotate freely.

The Trek 1.2 and Trek X-Caliber 6 use the same headset as the Trek 1.1.

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Trek 1.1 wheels feature Alloy hubs; Bontrager AT-750 double-walled alloy rims.

The Bontrager AT-750 rims used on the Trek 1.1 are dual-wall rims. Bontrager AT-750 double-walled alloy rims generally have the best strength-to-weight ratio.

You’ll find it on most intermediate to pro-level bikes.

They have a huge performance advantage over single-wall rims, which our testers recommend for any level of riding.

The Trek 1.1 front and rear hubs use Alloy. The hub can be said to be the core component of the wheelset.

When you decide to build a wheelset, basically everyone will start with the hub to choose from.

Alloy’s focus is on smooth rolling and minimal loss of power. Trek 1.1 front and rear hubs are made of aluminum alloy.

The surface of aluminum is anodized, by immersing aluminum in a special solution, and then through a series of chemical reactions such as the electrolysis of water, a dense and solid oxide layer is formed on the aluminum.

The Trek 1.1 uses Bontrager T1, 700x25c tires with a super-strong nylon shell, 700mm outer diameter, and 25mm width.

The tire has an engineered tread design for confidence in wet or dry conditions.

The Bontrager T1 tread uses a durable compound for longer life. Our tester had a Trek 1.2 in hand, and the Bontrager T1 has always been our tester’s stock tire.

In addition to a flat tire, he ran 4,000 miles when he hit a chunk of steel, puncturing the tire and tube. Our testers patched the tubes and re-used the tires and are still using Bontrager T1 tires.

This shows how well the Bontrager T1 is used by our testers!

Trek 1.1 Spece

1. On this bike, what is the largest tyre size I can fit (in mm, e.g. 700x25C)?

Bontrager’s 700 x 25c tire is the largest tire we recommend for the 1.1. 

2. Is there a way to find the serial number on my bike?

Located beneath your cranks, your serial number begins with the letters “WTU” followed by a string of numbers and letters.

3. What is the number of gears on Trek 1. 1?

4. Can you tell me how much this bike weighs?

There is no need to worry about shipping since the 56 cm Domane AL 2 weighs 9.92 kg / 21.87 lbs.

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Schwinn vantage f2 700c vs trek 1.1.

The Schwinn Vantage F2 700c is about $170 more expensive than the Trek 1.1.

The positioning of the two road cars is also different. The Schwinn Vantage F2 700c is more suitable for healthy riding, and many people will choose to ride the Schwinn Vantage F2 700c in their spare time to relieve stress. ( Who Are The People Who Still Insist On Cycling In The Summer? -Interesting Cycling Facts ) And Trek 1.1 is better for speed racing.

The Schwinn Vantage F2 700c fork is aluminum, and the Trek 1.1 is carbon fiber( Trek 1.2 fork also uses carbon fiber.).

As a racing car, Trek 1.1 chose a carbon fiber front fork, which is light in weight and strong in shock absorption.

Compared with carbon fiber, the aluminum alloy front fork has no advantage in weight, and the shock resistance is slightly weaker.

But for the Schwinn Vantage F2 700, which is usually used for healthy riding, it doesn’t matter much.

The Schwinn Vantage F2 700c uses a mechanical disc brake, which relies on the pull of the brake cable to rub the brake pads in the caliper and clamp the disc to produce a braking effect.

The disc brakes give me a solid feel, but I prefer, or rather get used to, the feedback I get from the pads hitting the rims on the Trek 1.1 rim brakes. And this kind of feedback is not found in the disc brake type.

Moreover, the rim brakes can also bring a light feel and good feedback when combined with excellent cable tubes and routing.

Acera, Tourney shifting kits are configured on the Schwinn Vantage F2 700c, which also reflects the positioning of the road bike – leisure, entertainment.

The Claris is one of the lower-end kits in Shimano’s lineup. It’s designed for light exercise, long rides, town cruising in casual clothing, shopping, and daily commutes.

But why use the Trek 1.1, a road bike positioned for speed competition? Our testers never understood the designer’s design logic.

Learn more: Schwinn 700c Prelude Road Bike Review

Fuji Jari 2.5 vs Trek 1.1

Unlike Trek 1.1, the Fuji Jari 2.5 is a bike that does a great job on gravel road bikes today.

The Fuji Jari 2.5 is equipped with a 1400-gram lightweight A6 aluminum alloy frame, but the surface of the Jari 2.5 only has a transparent coating material.

The Trek 1.1 has a carbon fiber fork, while the Fuji Jari 2.5 has a chrome-molybdenum fork.

The chrome-molybdenum steel frame is suitable for long-distance riding, especially long-distance road riding, which makes the Fuji Jari 2.5 very good for fine vibration damping on the road surface.

The chrome-molybdenum steel material itself is relatively elastic. When making the frame, because the material itself is better and more durable, the tube wall is usually thinner, resulting in greater elasticity.

The Fuji Jari 2.5 is not easy to get tired of riding, but the frame is soft, not suitable for competition, and not suitable for power.

Fuji’s exclusive parts manufacturer, Oval, specially designed the handlebar for the Jari Jari 2.5. It is made of 6061 aluminum alloy and has a drop distance of 125 mm between the upper and lower handlebars.

The handlebar position is quicker under normal riding posture, and it is also quite suitable for relatively small arms. People who are short or have a phobia of gripping.

There is a 25° flare angle in the lower handle position, which reduces wrist flexion in the lower handle position and reduces fatigue accumulation.

The Jari Jari 2.5 head tube angle ranges from 70.5° on the smallest frame size to 72° on the larger frame. The slack head tube angle is a setting biased towards gravel bikes. The chainstay length is 435mm for all frame sizes, which is 1cm longer than a typical cyclocross bike.

Vitus Razor vs Trek 1.1

The Vitus Razor is 1.0 kg lighter than the Trek 1.1. Other than that, the two cars are roughly like twin sisters.

Featuring an all-new modern 6061-T6 Double Butted Aluminium frame and full UD T-700 carbon fork, the Razor features a tapered frame to give you lightweight, speed, handling, and The perfect balance of comfort.

The Vitus Razor is equipped with Shimano’s efficient and reliable Claris R2000 8-S drivetrain, while the Trek 1.1 is paired with a Shimano Claris drivetrain.

The Vitus Razor has Tektro R317 rim brakes and Vitus 700c road wheels with elegant-looking Vee Road Runner 700c x 28 tires for great performance and grip in all conditions.

The Trek 1.1 features Alloy dual-pivot braking, a dual-pivot design that enables a lightweight, compact, and durable braking system. Dual-pivot caliper brakes have come a long way in reducing tolerances and deflections as well as durability.

Trek 1.1 achieves firm and immediate braking response while ensuring longer life. In addition, the durability of the brake pads has been increased by 100%, helping Trek 1.1 to enjoy highly responsive braking for longer periods of time.

Cervélo Caledonia 105 vs Trek 1.1

Cervélo Caledonia 105 is more than 4 times the price of Trek 1.1.

Cervélo Caledonia 105 starts from the tube shape, all the way to the design of aerodynamics, high stiffness, lightweight, etc., to meet the performance requirements of a competition-level road car.

In the eyes of our testers, the Cervélo Caledonia 105 is the nobility of road bikes.

Cervélo Caledonia 105’s internal cable routing solution, split spacers, U-shaped fork steerer, and other designs have been further optimized.

Not only is the system simple and beautiful, but it is also much lighter (save 200 grams) and meets the rider’s requirements for the fit range.

This simplicity is also far more than just aesthetics—it even affects how fast it rides, as nothing interferes with the airflow in the front end.

The Cervélo Caledonia 105 seat tube is cut to better wrap the rear wheel and effectively reduce wind resistance. Di2 fully internal routing handlebar design; shared with the s-series of the broken tube design, these are for the Cervélo Caledonia 105 ride aero performance considerations. Wow, really versatile.

Cervélo Caledonia 105 chainstays are designed to move down to effectively improve compliance. With a larger stack height and a shorter reach, the geometry is more relaxed.

In addition, the Cervélo Caledonia 105 uses Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V Folding G2.0 30c tires with a maximum tire size of 34 mm. These factors all add up to take into account its comfort.

Excited, our testers completely forgot about Trek 1.1’s merits and turned all their attention to the Cervélo Caledonia 105.

Comprehensive evaluation(4.4/5)

The Trek 1.1 is affordable and of good quality overall frame and components, making it a very good starter bike. Trek 1.1 shifts smoothly and easily when you get the hang of shifting. And the range of gears allows you to handle all types of hills well, even on short, steep trails.

It’s worth mentioning that you need to notice that the Trek 1.1’s fork transmits very little vibration to the handlebars, making it a lot more enjoyable to ride.

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hello everyone, im new around here and id like to know what are some basic upgrades that could be done to the Trek 1.1, i mainly will be riding just for exercise. any 1.1 owners around here? 1.1 - Trek Bicycle thanx.  

You could upgrade the wheels. You could upgrade the tires. You could upgrade the saddle. You could upgrade the seatpost. You could upgrade the handlebar. You could upgrade the stem. You could upgrade the brakes. You could upgrade the shifters. You could upgrade the crank. You could upgrade the derailleurs. You could upgrade the cassette. You could upgrade the frame. You could upgrade to a different bike.  

tlg, in his inimitable way, is asking, -why do you want to upgrade? -is there something you don't like about the bike? -what do you expect to accomplish by upgrading? I will add: -you could (should) upgrade your legs, lungs and cardio-vascular system, by riding. If you're new to this, you have no way to determine whether this bike has some shortcoming for you. It's a perfectly fine bike to ride. After you've ridden a lot, you may decide something needs changing. Don't succomb prematurely to upgrade fever. It's about the riding, not the bike, not the parts.  

I agree. Upgrade the engine first, and you'll have a better understanding of the limits of the chassis and transmission. If your rear end is happy on the Buttraper Affinity saddle, don't change anything right now. If it's hurting you as much as it did me, look around for something else.  

upgrading bikes is really a much more expensive way of buying the bike you originally wanted. the parts - and don't forget the labor in some instances - to get all this goodness on your bike is usually not an effective way to step up. if you just got a bike, you have a lot of improving to do. The goods news is that if you stick with it, you'll see results quickly. riding up grades is better than making upgrades. that said, your bike needs to be fit, you need a pair of bibs so your ass wont hurt and you could probably benefit from ditching goofy sneakers and going with a pair of clip ins. everything else? don't. your bike will either become a clothes hanger by September, or you will be hooked and be back in a few months for bike two; armed with a whole bunch of knowledge from nonsensical threads like this one. enjoy! and don't t-bone SUV's like the other guy who posted here earlier.  

I think upgrades for the sake of upgrades are pointless, materialistic, and represent the worst parts of this sport. On the other hand, it's worth a fair amount to me to have my bike fit my body well, and I'm a sucker for fancy tires. I also prefer to use cycling shoes and clipless pedals. How long have you had it?  

Oops, also should mention I find a certain amount of gadgetry to be useful for what I'm trying to do with cycling lately.  

Agree with "all of the above" (especially JCavilia because he nails it). In addition, my suggestions would be: 1) If you haven't already done so, or there are fit deficiencies, get a proper (standard) fitting. 2) Ensure that your gearing matches your terrain and fitness. 3) Learn about the importance of maintaining proper cadence and smoothing the pedal stroke. 4) Consider quality tires. OE tires seldom are (25c's are my preference). 5) Experiment with tire pressures. #1 will make you more comfortable which in turns will likely up your performance which makes you want to ride more - at least it does with me. #2 & 3 will help you maintain adequate cadence (especially on climbs) which will save the knees and keep you feeling fresher, longer. #4 & 5 will improve ride quality, which will quell some road buzz and make you more comfortable on the bike.  

My brother just got a 2014 1.1 late last year and is enjoying it a lot. The carbon fork and "no thumb-shifting" are good upgrades to previous versions of the 1.1. As for upgrades, consider tires and possibly wheels. The OEM tires and wheels on the 1.1 are heavy, which means slower acceleration among other things. And if you ever decide to get a new bike, you can always put your "upgrade" tires and wheels on the new bike and put the 1.1 back to stock. While not a bike mod per se, your contact points (i.e. hands, rear end and feet) are important areas of consideration. A quality bike short (perhaps bib shorts) should be a purchase in the very near future if you don't already have a pair. Similarly, upgrading to clipless pedals and shoes is a big upgrade that you'll see immediate benefits from. And like tires and wheels, pedals and shoes can be swapped to new bikes in the future. Good luck to you and enjoy your 1.1.  

I would start with a decent bike computer, clipless pedals, bag or two, water bottle and cage or two, and temporary fenders. Regarding components, you have to decide what you don't like. Good news is you can do it piecemeal. Bad news is you can triple (or more) the original cost of the bike.  

Second this altho fenders can be foregone until wet weather. saddle bag or "gas tank" bag to put multi-tool, tire levers, patch kit, spare tube, CO2. can also get a small pump that uses the water cage mounts. Since you intend the bike for fitness, weight aint a issue. Also recommend some sort of mirror. and HIGHLY recommend a rear blinky light and some headlight for late afternoon/dusk riding. That Trek 1.1 is a good bike. No need to change anything on it unless it breaks or gets worn out.  

you said it was primarily for exercise....forget upgrades. Take the bike and have a good fit done. Then ride it until your fitness and skills says it is time for a new bike. Do not make the mistakes I made and spend money on upgrades that really do nothing to improve your fitness or riding skills.  

Like others said, I would just upgrade things you don't like, or things to make the bike more comfy. The only thing I changed on my bike was the saddle and tires. The saddle was for comfort on long rides, and the tires were so I wouldn't wear out the CX tires that came with it on the road. I opted for a tire that would be resistant to flats. IMO that's a great type of upgrade. Shifters, wheels, etc...those you can upgrade as you need to replace, but at that time you may want to just upgrade the new bike. You're always gonna come out dollars ahead buying the higher level bike to begin with.  

I've got an upgraded Trek 1.1. I was looking for a cheap aluminum frame to hang my existing parts on while I saved for my new CX rig. I wasn't too keen on any framesets out there when I spotted a 1.1 at the local shop. Good looking frame and the geo fit me great. So I bought one and sold off all the parts. Made back most of the initial cost and the frame ended up costing me about $200. Which was a good bit cheaper than other framesets out there. The bike is now sporting a SRAM Rival group, Mavic Cosmic Elite wheel set, with Bontrager and Ritchey parts for the cockpit. The bike came out fantastic. It's fairly light and rides really well. It has room for large tires and I've used it for a 100 mile mixed road/gravel race down here called the Rouge Roubaix. It was comfortable for 6 hours in the saddle and didn't skip a beat. View attachment 297743  

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I have a Trek 1.1. It's a fine entry level bike. The only upgrade I've done is replacing the stock toe clip pedals with clipless pedals. I also bought a Cateye bike computer, bottle cages, pump and saddle bag. I only have time to ride on the weekends during the late spring, summer and early fall months... so the 1.1 is perfect. One of these days I may buy a Trek Domane... but for now, I'm satisfied with the 1.1.  

I also have a 2010. Put over 4 k on that bike in the first two years I had it and other than better tires and bar tape, I didn't change anything. There really was not a need to. BTW, don't know if I just kept it dialed in well but that 2300 group set was bullet proof. Never hung up. Never skipped a gear. To the OP. Just enjoy riding it. Save your money for the next bike (n+1). What you have is fine and there is quite a bit of satisfaction to be had when you train hard and are able to drop guys riding more expensive bikes. Cheers.  

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Trek 1.5 road bike review

The Trek 1.5 is designed to be solid and dependable option for the new road cyclist, that will feel equally at home on a commute as a long Sunday ride

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If you are looking for a first road bike or solid winter steed, this is a quality frame that will last the course and not let you down. The geometry is very relaxed, with this bike better suited to all day comfort and less flexible riders. The ride is smooth, but the brakes and a couple of other minor details let the overall package down when we consider the price.

Smooth ride

Accelerates well

Tiagra shifting is good

Tubeless ready rims

Lifetime warranty on the frame

23mm tyres not 25mm

No 32t cassette

Boring styling

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Trek frames are synonymous with quality and their faith in the product is backed up by life time warranty. The frame is Trek's top drawer 'Alpha aluminium' whilst the fork is carbon fibre. In order to test the Trek 1.5 we have been riding it throughout winter, on commutes and longer training rides.

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The One series is Trek's base level frame and would potentially suit a large number of cyclists. If you are in the market for your first road bike, a dependable winter bike, or just something for epic sportives that won't break the bank, the Trek 1.5 is a great option. Hinting at this versatility is the inclusion of eyelets on the stays and forks, to aid the fitting of mudguards. There is also loads of mudguard/tyre clearance under the brakes. But, if you are flexible, or have good core strength you may find the upright posture this bike encourages limiting when you want to get lower and more aero.

 Geometry

The geometry of the Trek 1.5 is relaxed. For those new to cycling, this means that the horizontal reach from the saddle to the handle bars is shorter and the vertical height of the handle bars is higher. Rather than a super aggressive flat back like Bradley Wiggins , this enables the rider to sit more upright, in a more relaxed position.

This makes it ideal for new riders, who are yet to develop the core strength and flexibility that makes an aggressive position more sustainable. Our 58cm test model came with 44cm bars, which although less aerodynamic than a narrower bar, they may help add stability to overall handling to less confident riders.

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The Trek 1.5 comes fitted with a range of components. The shifters and derailleurs are Shimano Tiagra , but the chain set is FSA Vera and the brakes are unbranded callipers. We were hugely  impressed with the quality of the shifting on this bike. The FSA chainset works well in this regard with little or no flex, to hamper shifts.

We felt that the brakes let the bike down. The unbranded callipers didn't feel as responsive or stable as a Tiagra or Shimano 105  calliper. The lack of strength translates to less braking power and compromised modulation. That considered, the first thing we would upgrade on this bike would be the brakes. This is disappointing when we consider the overall price.

Our test model featured 23mm Bontrager R1 tyres. These rolled nicely and were puncture free for over a few weeks of winter riding and commuting on roads strewn with potential puncture hazards. We would have preferred to see this bike come fitted with 25mm tyres as they are stronger and can aid comfort. We do however like that Trek have equipped the bike with tubeless ready rims . Using tubeless tyres could reduce the risk of punctures.

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The Tiagra rear cassette is 12-30t. With professionals even adopting 32t cassettes on steep mountainous days, it would be nicer if the Trek came with either a 12-32t cassette or a medium length cage rear derailleur, which would allow a 32t cassette to be fitted. Being a short cage derailleur, it is designed to only go up to 30t. This is in contrast to other bikes in a similar price range, such as the Giant Defy 3 and B'Twin Alur , which both have 32t cassettes as standard.

Ride and handling

Our favourite thing about the Trek 1.5 is the ride handling. Use of round tubes helps contribute to stiffness, whilst the carbon fork offers some dampening. The ride is very smooth, with the frame doing an excellent job of ironing out imperfections and bumps. Considering how well the frame absorbs road buzz we were pleasantly surprised to find that the bike is no slouch when you want to accelerate out the saddle either.

Compliant frames can often feel spongy when you give it the beans, but the Trek 1.5 quickly gets up to speed without any fuss. Wheels on bikes in this price range can often be bargain basement, with spokes that feel as if they are made of cooked spaghetti, but we were pleasantly surprised by the Bontrager wheels on this bike. They compliment the frame well and don't sacrifice ride quality.

Overall, the bike feels nicely balanced, with the weight centred. This is noticeable when riding uphill or track standing. Our 58cm test weighed in at a respectable 8.7kg without pedals. Cornering can feel a little tame, but will always be the case when a bike has a high front end. A lower front end enables you to lower your centre of gravity to a greater degree.

Whilst colour is subjective, we feel the Trek is rather boring to look at. The first thing that draws your eye to a bike is the way it looks and the Trek looks pretty utilitarian. Don't expect to cop admiring glances at the cafe stop. That said, plenty of us value function over form.

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Trek Marlin 5 vs. Co-op DRT 1.1: which one is better?

If you are looking for a budget-friendly hardtail mountain bike, you might be interested in comparing two popular models: the Trek Marlin 5 and the Co-op DRT 1.1.

Both bikes are made of aluminum and have similar features, but there are also some differences that might affect your decision.

Here, we will compare these two bikes based on their specifications, performance, and price.

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Specifications

The Trek Marlin 5 and the Co-op DRT 1.1 have some common specifications, such as hydraulic disc brakes, 100mm front suspension, and 3×7 drivetrain. However, they also differ in some aspects, such as wheel size, fork, and components.

Wheel size:

The Trek Marlin 5 comes with either 27.5″ or 29″ wheels, depending on the frame size. The Co-op DRT 1.1 only has 27.5″ wheels.

The larger wheels of the Marlin 5 offers more stability and speed on rough terrain, while the smaller wheels of the DRT 1.1 might be more agile and responsive.

The Trek Marlin 5 has a better fork than the Co-op DRT 1.1.

The Marlin 5 has a Suntour XCE28 fork with coil spring and preload adjustment, while the DRT 1.1 has a Suntour fork with no model name or adjustment options.

The Marlin 5’s fork also has a lockout feature, which allows you to lock the suspension for more efficiency on smooth surfaces.

Components:

The Co-op DRT 1.1 has slightly better components than the Trek Marlin 5.

The DRT 1.1 has Shimano Tourney derailleurs and shifters, while the Marlin 5 has a mix of Tourney and Altus components.

The DRT 1.1 also has a better crankset (Shimano vs Prowheel) and cassette (Shimano vs SunRace).

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Performance

Both bikes are designed for cross-country riding, which means they can handle moderate trails and dirt roads, but not extreme downhill or technical terrain. They are also suitable for commuting and casual riding on paved surfaces.

Trek Marlin 5

The Trek Marlin 5 might perform better on rougher trails, thanks to its larger wheels and better fork. It also has higher gearing, which means it can go faster on flat or downhill sections.

However, it might be harder to climb steep hills or accelerate quickly with the higher gears.

Co-op DRT 1.1

The Co-op DRT 1.1 performs better on smoother trails or tight corners, thanks to its smaller wheels and lower gearing. It also has better components, which might offer more reliability and durability over time.

Both the Co-op DRT 1.1 and the Trek Marlin 5 come with an attractive price tag of $599.

This makes them both affordable options for riders looking to get into mountain biking without breaking the bank.

It’s worth noting that prices can vary based on location, sales, and discounts, so it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for any potential deals or promotions that may further reduce the cost of these bikes.

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Which One is Better?

The Trek Marlin 5 and the Co-op DRT 1.1 are both decent hardtail mountain bikes for beginners or casual riders who want to explore different terrains without breaking the bank. However, they have some differences that might suit different preferences or needs.

If you prefer larger wheels, better fork, and higher gearing, you might like the Trek Marlin 5 more.

If you prefer smaller wheels, better components, and lower gearing, you might like the Co-op DRT 1.1 more.

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One UI 6.1.1 could be coming soon with 'video AI' feature

Published on April 26, 2024

• Samsung is said to be working on One UI 6.1.1, which is expected to be released alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
• The foldables are expected to be launched on July 10, 2024.
• One UI 6.1.1’s highlight feature is said to be “video AI,” though it could be open to interpretation.

Samsung’s One UI 6.1 is the latest update for Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones , but we’re already looking forward to the next version release. Samsung added Galaxy AI features to One UI 6 to arrive at One UI 6.1, and it seems the company could move ahead with the same formula for the release of the next version, One UI 6.1.1.

Leaker Ice Universe mentions that Samsung is working on developing One UI 6.1.1. This update could be released alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 in early July 2024.

Samsung usually releases x.x.1 releases of its software alongside its foldables in the July-August window, so the release of One UI 6.1.1 aligns with tradition. In the past, this release usually focused on foldable-specific features rather than any significant major changes, but that could change this year.

Ice Universe further mentions that the key feature highlight of One UI 6.1.1 will be “video AI.”

“Video AI” is a bit vague in describing the upcoming feature. One way to interpret this leak is to presume that the upcoming foldables will allow you to generate videos with AI through image and text prompts, similar to OpenAI’s Sora.

On the other hand, the leak could mean we could get video editing features that rely on AI, which would make more sense for a smartphone’s use case. It would be very useful if we could do generative edits like removing objects from videos, too, not just photos. “Video AI” could mean something entirely different than either of our interpretations.

Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Galaxy Z Flip 6 on July 10, 2024. Note that Samsung’s jump up to Android 15 will happen once Android 15 is released in the stable branch later in the year, and we expect that software release to be called One UI 7. It remains to be seen if existing phones will get the video AI features with One UI 6.1.1 or if they will directly jump to One UI 7 later in the year.

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The two tower of the 'Village' are great, but all the designs of the Medical Center are terrible.  

909 said: The two tower of the 'Village' are great, but all the designs of the Medical Center are terrible. Click to expand...

The medical centre looks like a bunch of Quality St boxes stacked next to eachother, not good at all!  

those are nice projects but I don't like The Medical one.  

i removed first picture. i think second design is final.  

http://www.m-2.ru/themes/default/message.asp?folder=1870&matID=19772 Japanese architect Kiyonuri Kikutake is working on new residential project for Mirax Group corporation. Mirax is planning to build it on the bank of Moscow-river on west of Moscow. There are two different versions currently considering by Mirax. First is tower over 70 storeys tall and second with less than 70 storeys.  

i would have thought those 3 hospital towers would be linked by skybridges to make it easier to move patients around as for the towers themselves, they're not briliant but they're not bad either i like the other 2 projects more though  

I'll withhold judgement on the three medical centre towers until I can see a better render.  

some news, shortly Inteko announced project of business complex on west of Moscow. Setun' Hills is 24 hectares area where will be build 570 thousand sq m business center. This project estimated in $700-800mln. It was presented on MIPIM. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ RIGroup announced project of 100 thous sq m business complex near Krokus-City in Myakineno (main business center of moscow province on 66-68 kilometers of MKAD freeway, so called Moscovia-City. at least 1mln of sq m). Esitimated cost is $100mln ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Owners of WBD foodstuffs company announced project of business complex in Big City on territory of 4th moscow milling factory. Buying and moving factory to another placed costed them $100mln. Project of 1mln sq m business complex is estimated in $1bln. And in $1,5-2bln if with highrise construction. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Development investments in Moscow reached $25,2bln in 2005. It is 64,4% more than in 2004.  

The towers of the medical center have the really nice look and I don't understand why the other guys don't like it  

I really like the village development. it is amazing, how many towers are currently going up or being planned in moscow. no other city in europe can beat that.  

very nice proyects for a great city !!  

Coth are those 3 medical buildings going to be hospitals, If so I think they are going to be the highest hospital buildings in the world ?  

Yes, possibly will be tallest if will be built. But i'm not sure this design is taller of 143 meters. However, only 37 thous out of 190 thous sq m will be for medical usage. Other will be rehabilitation center, recreation zone, kindergarten and apartments.  

^well since they are approved I suppose they are going to build it ?  

:sleepy: beeeeeeeee  

coth said: some news, shortly Inteko announced project of business complex on west of Moscow. Setun' Hills is 24 hectares area where will be build 570 thousand sq m business center. This project estimated in $700-800mln. It was presented on MIPIM. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ RIGroup announced project of 100 thous sq m business complex near Krokus-City in Myakineno (main business center of moscow province on 66-68 kilometers of MKAD freeway, so called Moscovia-City. at least 1mln of sq m). Esitimated cost is $100mln ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Owners of WBD foodstuffs company announced project of business complex in Big City on territory of 4th moscow milling factory. Buying and moving factory to another placed costed them $100mln. Project of 1mln sq m business complex is estimated in $1bln. And in $1,5-2bln if with highrise construction. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Development investments in Moscow reached $25,2bln in 2005. It is 64,4% more than in 2004. Click to expand...

The new scans help to understand better the project of the business centre and to consider better its basic details and advantages, but it would be desirable to learn more about the project Thanx for the scans coth…  

Courchevelle said: Last project look awesome !! How far along are the two closer structures? Is it far from the Kremlin? Click to expand...

Skyman said: The new scans help to understand better the project of the business centre and to consider better its basic details and advantages, but it would be desirable to learn more about the project Thanx for the scans coth… Click to expand...

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In Moscow you can travel through ages just walking through the streets. Diversified architectural styles wait for you at every turn. To see the beauty of ancient Russian architecture, visit the Kremlin or Kolomenskoe Museum. These places keep the unique Russian style, original and exceptional. The Moscow estates are good examples of the romantic flavor of the XVIII-XIX century’s architecture. The Home-museum of M. Gorky is situated in in a luxurious house built by F. Shechtel, well-known Russian architecture at beginning of the XX century. It is a fantastic example of Art-Nouveau style, one of the few saved places from that epoque, open to visitors. You can find constructivism in architecture, the most striking manifestation of Russian avant-garde, not far from the Arbat Street. The Soviet Empire style can be found on most of the Moscow central avenues and Tverskaya Street. The White Square Business District is a remarkable example of contemporary city building.

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Moscow has a great amount of exceptional museums and galleries. The State Tretyakov Gallery, The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, The Multimedia Art Museum, Moscow Museum of Modern Art and lots of other museums have unique collections and hold remarkable exhibitions. Lots of Moscow former industrial areas have become interesting cultural spaces, undoubtedly worth visiting. Garage Museum of Contemporary Art, Center for Contemporary Art Winzavod, ARTPLAY Center of Design, Flacon Design Factory are the new city meccas of cultural life. You can find here galleries, concept stores, cafes, educational activities and lots of art events – from designer fairs to concerts, exhibitions of Russian and foreign artists.

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Theatregoers have lots of opportunities to spend a wonderful evening in one of the Moscow theatres. Recently renovated Bolshoi Theatre offers world-famous opera and ballet performances. Malyi Theatre, Lenkom, Satirikon, Moscow Art Theatre have wonderful drama plays. You can enjoy one of the modern theatres, such as Practica Theatre, Theatre.doc or Gogol-center, with their contemporary performances.

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The parks have undoubtedly become the pride of Moscow. These city areas have turned into well groomed nature spots, with enormous amount of things to do for the last few years. Have a walk, do the sports, play a board game, meet your friends in one of the cafes and restaurants, watch a movie or go to a concert – all these is available in Moscow parks. The Gorky Park, Sokolniki, Fili and also recently opened Zaryadye – are only a small part in the diversity of Moscow green areas.

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790 Orthodox churches and chapels and 8 monasteries! Walking through the city center you will see a big amount of beautiful old churches. Practically all Moscow churches and monastic ensembles are functioning. These are unique monuments of Russian architecture. There are significant collections of old paintings and applied arts and the resting place of outstanding figures of Russian and world culture, military and political figures. Monasteries, built at the borders of the city were often called ‘the guards’. Powerful constructions had defensive purposes, and, in case of danger, the residents could take refuge inside the monastery walls. Some of the Moscow ‘guards’ have survived – Vysokopetrovsky, Rogdestvensky, Sretensky, Novospasskiy, Danilov, Novodevichy monasteries and others. Now the ancient fortress cherish the historical past.

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Visitors to Russia are often surprised by the variety and flavors of Russian traditional food. A great many can be described as «divine», and it will have you searching for the recipes when you return home! Russian cuisine is famous for exotic soups, cabbage schi and solyanka, which is made of assorted meats, pancakes with different fillings, and of course, caviar. Russians are great lovers of pelmeni, small Siberian meat pies boiled in broth. Of our folk soft drinks, kvass is the best-known. Made of brown bread or malted rye flour, it goes down best on a sultry summer day. If you add it to chopped-up meat and vegetables, you get okroshka, an exquisite cold soup. There are a lot of restaurants, providing national food. From very budget «Elki-Palki», to numerous luxurious restaurants like «Café Pouchkine». There you can not only taste Russian delicacies, but also plunge into the atmosphere of the XIX century Russia.

7. SPECTACULAR VIEWS

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Here are the places with splendid views over Moscow:

• «Federation Tower» is a set of two high-rise towers, located in the Moscow City Business District. The 61st floor of the Tower West accommodates the highest restaurant in Moscow – «Sixty».
• The main building of the Moscow State University was built in the years 1949-1953 and its total height is 182 meters, with a spire – 240 meters. On the top floor there is a Museum of Geography with a panoramic view of Moscow.
• The observation deck of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior can be reached only in the excursions. There you can get a really exciting view of the Moscow center.
• The building of the Russian Academy of Science is called «golden brains» due to the original constructions of its roof. It stands on the high riverbank and opens a charming view of the whole Moscow. «Sky Lounge» restaurant is situated on the 21st floor.

8. CITY PROMEDATE

Stoleshnikov Lane

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The main attractions and the most interesting places in the historic city center are within walking distance. Take a walk in Lavrushinsky Lane, Nikolskaya Street, Bolshaya Dmitrovka Street, Rozhdestvenka Street, Kuznetsky Bridge Street, Kamergersky Lane, Stoleshnikov Lane, Stariy Arbat, Maroseyka or Pyatnitskaya. If you don’t want to walk by foot take the city bus or river bus tour. You can choose a red open top double-decker bus that will take you around all of the key sites in Moscow. The total length of the tour is about 12 km downtown and has 18 stops around Moscow including the Kremlin, Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater, Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, The Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Old Arbat walking street and much more. To see the whole beauty of Moscow, have a boat trip at the Moskva River. At spring and summer season the variety of boat excursions are really big, you can travel through the center of the city, or go further to see picturesque nature around Moscow.

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Denis Simachev Bar by Sergey Kaluzhniy

Night life in Moscow is divisive as everything else. Bars, clubs, concerts, parties – you can find here anything you want and can imagine. We heart Moscow suggests you some really nice places for you not to get lost in all this splendor.

• Simachev Bar is bar-club by the most famous Russian designer, a two-story house in Stoleshnikov Lane. The music and menu are diverse, as well as the audience. A special drink of the bar is cider «Sidor Simachev».
• Strelka Bar is a nice place with a great atmosphere, quality music, and beautiful interior, very popular among hip and intelligent Moscow public. In summer the terrace opens here and the place gives you stunning view of Moscow.
• Noor Bar is one of the famous bars in Moscow. Come here to try marvelous classic cocktails. Bar snacks are also noteworthy. The atmosphere is always positive and benevolent. On Fridays and Saturdays the bar has music DJ sets, and despite rather little area, there are many desirous to dance.
• Propaganda is one of the oldest clubs in Moscow. Opened back in 1997, it can be considered the same age as Moscow club culture. It is still nice and trendy. During the day time you can enjoy fresh homemade pappardelle, sandwiches on focaccia and steaks. In the evening – dances. On Thursdays it holds DJ Sanches dance party and gay parties on Sundays.

10. MOSCOW REGION

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If Moscow is not enough for you, take a journey (of several hundred km from Moscow) and find yourself travelling through the «Golden Ring» of Russia. The Golden Ring is a name for several towns located around Moscow: Suzdal, Rostov, Vladimir are among them. If you want to know more about Russia, see old architecture, churches made of white stone, hear the bell-ring, see old fortifications, be ready to go out from Moscow. The first town of the Golden Ring, is Vladimir, located 179 kilometers to the east from Moscow with 378 thousand people living there. It is an old Russian town, it used to be the capital of Russia in the 12th century. Suzdal is located nearby. It’s an old town, steeped in medieval history, but with little more than 10,000 residents nowadays. Dating back to 990 AD, Suzdal is one of the oldest towns in Russia and the «jewel» of Russia’s history. Today the town is filled with busy churches and monasteries and its streets are lined by colourful traditional wooden houses. Having survived the blight of Soviet town-planning, Suzdal looks much as it did centuries ago and is one of the most popular tourist sights in Russia. Yaroslavl got its name from Yaroslav Mudry, who founded the town in the beginning of 11th century. Now it is a large industrial city, the biggest along the Golden Ring (630 inhabitants), however it has very interesting history, architecture, and city life. If you are tired of sightseeing and want to have some rest from Moscow busy life, you can take a breath of wonderful Russian nature, not going too far, and visit one of the nature hotels and spa situated near Moscow. Places like «Fox Lodge», «Zavidovo» or «Yahonty» are a good variant for relaxing rest, with marvelous nature around you and interesting entertainments for you not to get bored.

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Follow our news, recent searches, hdb resale prices rise 1.8% in q1 of 2024; transactions up 8%, advertisement.

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SINGAPORE: Prices of resale Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats rose 1.8 per cent in the first quarter of 2024, an increase from the 1.1 per cent growth seen in the previous quarter . 

The Resale Price Index (RPI) for the first quarter of 2024 is 183.7, up from 180.4 in the previous quarter, according to data released by HDB on Friday (Apr 26).

The RPI reflects general price movements in the resale market. 

Resale transactions also increased in the first quarter of this year, rising by 8 per cent compared to the fourth quarter of 2023. This is the fastest quarterly increase in more than a year.

Year-on-year, resale transactions rose by 1.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2024.

"On the whole, the HDB resale market is showing signs of stabilising, as HDB resale prices rose by 4.9 per cent in 2023, less than half of the 10.4 per cent increase in 2022 and the 12.7 per cent increase in 2021," the Housing Board said in a media release.

However, it advised prospective flat buyers to be prudent.

"The economic outlook is subject to uncertainties, particularly stemming from ongoing geopolitical conflicts, which could precipitate negative global supply and demand shocks," HDB said.

"Domestic mortgage rates are expected to remain at levels that are elevated relative to the low levels seen over the past decade.

"As such, households should continue to exercise financial prudence in their flat purchases."

Ms Christine Sun, chief researcher and strategist at OrangeTee, said that there has been a surge in demand for resale flats as more first-time buyers have opted to purchase flats from the secondary market instead of waiting for Build-to-Order (BTO) launches. Earlier this year, HDB announced that it would hold three instead of four BTO sales exercises in 2024 .

"In addition, an increasing number of private property owners have now completed the mandatory 15-month wait-out period implemented in September 2022 for those looking to downgrade to a resale flat," she said. "This could have led to a surge in flat demand."

The demand for big flats in particular would have been pushed up by this, she added.

There were 7,068 resale transactions in the first quarter of 2024, compared to the 6,547 transactions in the fourth quarter of 2023.

The 8 per cent increase is the fastest quarterly increase since the third quarter of 2022 , when growth of 10.7 per cent was recorded, Ms Sun said.

"This is also the highest Q1 sales growth recorded since data was (made) available from Q2 2007," she added.

The 7,068 transactions also represented the highest volume seen since the third quarter of 2022, when there were 7,546 transactions, said ERA Singapore key executive officer Eugene Lim.

In the rental market, the number of approved applications to rent out HDB flats fell by 4 per cent from 9,787 cases in the fourth quarter of 2023 to 9,398 cases in the first quarter of this year.

Compared to the first quarter of 2023 , the number of approved applications in the first quarter of 2024 was 2.7 per cent lower. 

As of the end of the first quarter of 2024, there were 58,355 HDB flats being rented out, an increase of 0.3 per cent over the previous quarter's 58,159 units. 

"Rental volume has dipped for a second consecutive quarter which is unsurprising as demand usually slows at the end of the year and beginning of a new year," said Ms Sun.

"Moreover, supply has been dwindling since the number of flats that reached (their minimum occupation period) dropped last year and is projected to fall further this year."

She added that rental inventory may also have shrunk since the increase in additional buyer's stamp duty for buyers holding multiple properties , which "has discouraged homeowners from keeping their flats for rental income".

"Moving forward, demand may shrink as some tenants may shift to the private market since private rents have been moderating over the past six months," Ms Sun said.

"Rental price growth is projected to hold steady or dip by up to 3 per cent this year."

6,800 BTO FLATS TO BE LAUNCHED IN JUNE

In its next sales exercise, HDB will offer about 6,800 BTO flats in Jurong East, Kallang-Whampoa, Queenstown, Tampines, Woodlands and Yishun.

More details on the launch numbers and project details will be provided closer to the launch date. 

In the February 2024 BTO and Sale of Balance Flats exercises , HDB offered 4,126 flats across seven BTO projects and 1,588 balance flats.

HDB plans to launch about 19,600 BTO flats in total this year.

"As of February 2024, we have launched more than 67,000 flats and remain on track to launch a total of 100,000 flats from 2021 to 2025," HDB said. 

"We will continue to closely monitor the housing demand and make adjustments as necessary."

HDB resale prices for 2023 rose 4.8%, less than half of 2022's increase

3 BTO exercises in 2024, one fewer than usual

Market outlook .

Resale flats in mature estates are expected to see stronger demand and a steeper rise in prices this year, said Mr Lim.

"In particular, those located in proximity to amenities and transport nodes which are not affected by the stringent resale conditions for the upcoming Prime and Plus flats are highly sought after by buyers," he said.

Resale demand in general could, however, ease slightly this quarter.

"The June BTO exercise is expected to be well-received by prospective buyers, as it will be the last batch of BTO flats unaffected by the upcoming reclassification framework ," Mr Lim said.

"Coupled with the June school holidays, we may see a slight dip in resale demand in ... Q2 2024."

Mr Lim added that some buyers are waiting to see where the upcoming BTO projects slated for launch in October are before they decide on whether or not to buy a resale flat.

"These 9,700 flats will be the first batch of flats to be launched under the reclassification model," he said.

Mr Lim said that the total resale transaction volume for 2024 could come in at between 26,000 and 27,000 units, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Ms Sun expects resale prices to "rise moderately by up to 5 per cent in 2024".

"This increase is comparable to, or slightly lower than, the 4.9 per cent growth observed in 2023," she said.

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Trump’s Truth Social Stake Will Grow By $1.2 Billion—Even As Stock Falls 8%

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The social media fortune of former President Donald Trump is expected to swell as the conditions of the Truth Social merger grant him millions of more shares in the public company, making him richer even as shares sank Tuesday, though the downright puzzling valuation of the firm likely puts in doubt how much of his stake he’ll ever be able to cash in on.

The former president got a new bonus of 36 million shares in Trump Media.

After closing Tuesday well above the $17.50-per-share condition laid out last week as part of Trump Media’s reverse merger, the company will likely award its namesake another 36 million shares as part of the earnout bonus outlined in a regulatory filing last Monday.

That new tranche was worth $1.2 billion as of Tuesday’s closing share price of $32.56, growing Trump’s holdings in the company from 78.8 million shares to 114.8 million shares, if and when he receives the stock.

That would swell his social media stake from $2.5 billion to $3.7 billion, provided the will add $1.2 billion to his net worth, at Tuesday's stock price, once he receives the stock.

Trump’s growing social media endowment comes even after Trump Media stock fell about 8% on Tuesday, sitting about 60% below its March peak, valuing the company at a still robust $4.5 billion market capitalization.

Trump’s existing holdings lost about $230 million in value Tuesday, meaning he netted out about a $900 million gain in his total Trump Media shares on paper Tuesday.

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Trump’s net worth was $4.4 billion at the end of Tuesday trading, according to our calculations based on Trump’s 79 million existing Truth Social shares, as well as his real estate and other assets. Trump’s fortune would climb to about $5.5 billion if the award is indeed granted Tuesday, provided his social media stock’s share price stays relatively steady, which is far from a certainty.

As is the case with Trump Media, significant questions linger about the true value of Trump’s earnout award even after meeting its pre-conditions Tuesday. For one, you can’t just create equity out of thin air—shareholders are still divvying up the same pie of the Truth Social parent. So, the value of Trump’s bonus is dependent on the notion that the company’s near $5 billion valuation would support a 40 million jump in the shares outstanding, or about 30% of new issues, and would not be negatively impacted by the dilution. The stock’s 18% loss last Monday after Trump Media announced the possible offering indicates the damage may already be done, but its overall valuation is divorced from its fundamentals, which imply it’s worth somewhere around 1% of its present market capitalization. Questions also linger about when Trump could sell, or how much he could get rid of, his shares in Trump Media due to his status as the company’s majority shareholder, which carries significant regulation for any stock sales.

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Governor Newsom Announces Seizure of 1.1 Million Fentanyl Pills in Last 7 Days

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW : From April 15-21, the California National Guard’s Counterdrug Task Force helped seize over 1.1 million fentanyl pills and 523 pounds of methamphetamine across San Diego County and the border.

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the success of the state’s continuing counternarcotics operation throughout San Diego County and the border. Through the California National Guard’s Counterdrug Task Force, the state assisted in the recovery of 1,120,030 fentanyl pills and 523 pounds of methamphetamine last week, in support of the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID : “We are doing our job to keep illegal drugs off the streets of California. By working with our state, local and federal partners, we are continuing to crack down on  drug trafficking in our communities.” 

CALIFORNIA’S LEADERSHIP : Cracking down on the smuggling of illegal drugs, Governor Newsom in March announced CalGuard-supported operations in February resulted in the seizure of over 1 million fentanyl pills in California — including more than 592,900 pills at the state’s ports of entry. Last month, the Governor visited the California-Mexico border and met with President Biden and senior White House officials to discuss key issues impacting California, including immigration and border policy. Earlier this year, Governor Newsom joined several states in urging Congress to act on border security and humanitarian support for local communities. In support of President Biden’s bilateral cooperation agreement with China on counternarcotics, the Governor spoke wth Chinese President Xi Jinping in October about combating the transnational shipping of precursor chemicals used to create fentanyl.

Last year, the Governor increased the number of CalGuard service members deployed to interdict drugs at U.S. ports of entry along the border by approximately 50%. The operations CalGuard supported resulted in the record seizure of 62,224 pounds of fentanyl in 2023 — a 1066% increase since 2021. CalGuard’s coordinated drug interdiction efforts in the state are funded in part by California’s $30 million investment to expand CalGuard’s work to prevent drug trafficking by transnational criminal organizations. Fentanyl is primarily smuggled into the country by U.S. citizens .

Since Governor Newsom took office in 2019, California has invested over $1 billion to crack down on opioid trafficking and enforce the law, combat overdoses, support those with opioid use disorder, and raise awareness about the dangers of opioids. The Governor’s Master Plan for Tackling the Fentanyl and Opioid Crisis provides a comprehensive framework to deepen the impact of these investments.

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More than $1 million in grant funding has been awarded to nonprofits in North Sacramento with the goal of helping them improve and expand their services and programs.

The North Sacramento Transformative Reinvestment grant program is money from American Rescue Plan dollars allocated for North Sacramento, and it is meant to help underserved communities in the area. The City of Sacramento’s District 2 Council Office oversees the distribution of the funds. $1.1 million in total funding through the grant program was just awarded this week to seven nonprofits within the District 2 boundaries.

Among the recipients is Studio T Arts & Entertainment on Del Paso Boulevard. They do arts training and development for people of all ages, but they have specialized activities dedicated to young people. They were given more than $216,000 in grant funding to revamp their instruction space so they can expand and enhance existing youth programming. Renderings of the plans show high-tech recording rooms, production rooms and other creative spaces to hone artistic talents.

“It gives us the opportunity to give our young people cutting edge technology and training, quality training, so that it leverages their ability to maybe be able to do something more with their lives,” Studio T Arts & Entertainment founder Tamaira “Miss Tee” Sandifer said. “It’s tremendously helpful to have the grant because we’re doing great work, but we can do greater work when we have help.”

The nonprofit Single Mom Strong, which provides enrichment and education programs for single mothers and their children, is also a grant recipient. They were awarded just over $43,000. Founder Tara Taylor said the money will go toward improving a community building at Woodlake Park that they use for preschool and daycare.

“Because of the lack of signage, because we are on a park, because of some issues with the unhoused population, there’s been a lot of deterrence to use of that location,” Taylor said.

Taylor said they want to make sure the services they provide are being properly utilized by the community at their Woodlake Park site.

“We don’t have funds for improvements to a building, and or marketing or advertising. We’re a small nonprofit profit and we do what we can to keep our costs really low, so an investment like this is huge for us. It’s a one-time thing and it will allow us to really level up in what we’re doing for the community,” Taylor said.

Sacramento City Councilmember Shoun Thao represents District 2. He said funding to help benefit the North Sacramento region is incredibly crucial.

“Historically, our community has been disinvested, and we’ve been working on revitalizing Del Paso Boulevard for the past 50 years, and I feel like this is the right time for the city to focus its investment and its opportunities on Del Paso Boulevard,” Thao said.

While Thao is pleased the seven nonprofits are getting monetary support, he also said that the remaining grant funding should go to small businesses in the area. That is why he hopes the $1.7 million left in the initial $2.8 million allocated to the grant program will go to small businesses.

“We would like to see a transformative grant which would be inclusive of our businesses as well,” Thao said. “It’s important to support our businesses and make sure that they keep their doors open or make sure that they get the support from the city.”

Thao said he will meet with community members in the coming weeks to figure out how to divvy up the remaining funds to businesses.

“We’ll be going back at looking at how we can be more inclusive,” Thao said.

This latest investment builds upon two rounds of a façade improvement grant program. A third round of façade grants will be open next month to eligible District 2 properties that are located along commercial corridors.

AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 24.1.1 Release Notes

Article Number: RN-RAD-WIN-24-1-1-POLARIS-VEGA

Fixed Issues

• Performance Metrics Overlay may show N/A as FPS for various games.
• System crash or AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition may fail to respond when changing the Tuning Preset on some AMD Graphics Products, such as the Radeon™ RX Vega 64.
• Intermittent driver timeout while playing various games including Halo Infinite and The Last of Us™ Part I on some AMD Graphics Products, such as the Radeon™ RX 590. 
• Incorrect AMD Audio CoProcessor driver may be installed. 

Known Issues

• During Microsoft Teams meetings, the camera may intermittently display looped footage on some AMD Products, such as the AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 6650U Processor.
• GPU Acceleration may be missing/greyed out in Adobe Premiere Pro on some hybrid graphics systems.

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