Trek Bikes & Hybrid Bikes

Trek Bikes & Hybrid Bikes
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The Trek bicycle company is world-renowned, and sponsors famous professionals like Lance Armstrong. The company creates a variety of bikes, from top-of-the-line road and mountain bikes to hybrids and cruisers. The hybrid bikes in the Trek line can be taken on the bikepath, which means they can endure some bumps, as well as handle your daily commute. Traditionally a blend of two different bike types, hybrids offer many benefits to those looking for an all-around bicycle.

Trek Bikes

The Trek company began in 1976, and is now one of the biggest bicycle manufacturers in the world. The company has evolved their bike line to include road, mountain, urban, bike path, women's and kid's products, while the company itself has made significant efforts to convert its manufacturing processes to be more green and eco-friendly.

Hybrid Bikes

Hybrid bikes are a combination of road and mountain bikes, and are typically used for commuting, recreation and rides that will take you on roads and trails. Hybrids can lean more toward a road or cross-country type bike, depending on the product. You can find hybrids with a more upright seating arrangement for comfort on long day trips. Likewise, hybrids are also made with sleek, aerodynamic designs that mimic a road bike's efficiency. Understanding your own needs and preferences will better determine the hybrid bike you choose.

Trek Hybrid Bikes

Trek provides a variety of hybrid bikes to suite your style and performance level. For example, the PDX is an urban bike that combines the speed of a road bike with the durability of a mountain bike. It has eight speeds and is designed for quick commutes, but is tough enough to handle potholes, bumps and other obstacles you encounter in a city. If touring and fun are your aims, the Hybrid by Trek is an excellent option. With several variations for both men and women, this bike offers a more upright posture as well as front suspension and larger tires.

Benefits of Hybrid Bike

Owning a hybrid bike has many attractions, not the least of which is versatility. If you are not overly serious about road or mountain biking, a bike that can "do it all" will fit your lifestyle. You can take it for a spin around the neighborhood with your kids, ride it on a bike path, a gravel road or on your way to work. Hybrids give you more comfort and stability than a road bike without the weight and knobby tires of a mountain bike. Hybrids also offer step-through designs to make mounting and dismounting easier.

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Article reviewed by Allen Cone Last updated on: Apr 29, 2012

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