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Updated on September 12, 2011

Review: 2011 Trek 2.1

by punkrokk

Even though this is my first year ever having a road bike, I feel qualified after 1500 miles in upstate New York (and 25 miles in Vegas) to write a review on the 2011 Trek 2.1 .

So, what can I say about this ride? It’s awesome!!! First off, I must give props to my local bike shop, Full Moon Vista , for not only dealing with my over-researching of my purchase, but for helping me continually tweak my fit over the first few weeks I had this bike. From what I hear this is the standard with bike shops, but I was impressed either way.

So I bought this bike at the end of March, and by the middle of June had over 700 miles on it. Once the bike fit properly, I am hooked on this bike! Once I learned a few of the road biking basics, such as keep your tires inflated to 110, oil your chain all the time, and get some biking shorts, this ride has been nothing but pleasant. This is no $5K road bike, but I can’t tell the difference. If you are making the transition over to a road bike from a mountain bike, yes you will have an adjustment period, but this is the bike to do it on!

The Shimano 105 components are 1st class, I am now a better shifter, but as I was learning to shift appropriately, I definitely pushed these 105s. The wheels have been awesome through my early days of underinflated tires. The stock tires didn’t do it for me and I’m not sure if they just wore out or what, but I replaced them with some kevlar tires after about 600 miles. They had started to crack and show wire.

The brakes, once adjusted after cable stretch, have been top notch, even as I get freaked out still by speeds over 30, and ride them all the way down steep hills.

If you’ve been riding for awhile, I don’t have to tell you the importance of bike fit, the 2.1 H3 54″ was the right fit for me, and after a bunch of adjustments to the handle bars to get my perfect angle, I am comfortable with every handlebar position on this thing.

The ride: my first 800 miles or so, I was feeling wobbly going fast down hills. Guess what it was? The wheel reflectors! What a difference removing those was! I am now to the point where I am relaxed going down a hill at 30 miles an hour and what a relief! I was thinking all that work going up hills wasn’t going to be worth it! All in all at any speed, going up and down hills, and on the flat, this ride is just smooth smooth smooth! The gears (50/34 crank, 11-28 cassette) are perfect for me. The only thing is I find myself never leaving the 50 crank, and frequently going up to the 28 on the cassette. But even there this runs smooth (I have the compact crank, although there was a triple available) The carbon fork really does make a difference ( I test rode a road bike without one ) and even the seat, which isn’t always an easy fit, was perfect for me right out of the box.

The only thing I had to add on to the bike was a rear light, and I was good! I would have loved the red paint job, but only the silver version was available in the H3, but I’m growing to like it!

If you are looking for a first road bike, want to spend around $1300 (trek has a sale every spring) you should check out this bike! There are ton’s of bike shops everywhere that stock these, and for the money vs. performance price point – this is a GREAT first road bike! Just like Bruce’s Cannondale Synapse Carbon 3 Ultegra  this bike makes you want to ride all the time! OK — off to find a radio so I can listen to the Bills game while I ride this afternoon!

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Trek 2.1 Compact review

Madone handling for the novice

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The 2 series range from Trek is based around the same geometry as its top flight Madone. Unlike those all-carbon creations, the 2.1 is constructed with Trek’s 200 Series aluminium, and the frame’s quality is evident with nicely finished welds and a carbon fork plugged in up front.

The drivetrain is what we’d expect at this price, with Shimano 105 shifters and mechs and a lower spec R600 compact chainset, its 50/34 rings complementing an 11-28 cassette. This is gearing that will get you up and over most climbs. All the finishing components come from Trek stablemate Bontrager, with everything from the bar tape to the tyres bearing the name. The Bontrager SSR wheels have proved trouble-free, good, honest, budget items. Combined with steel beaded R1 tyres they’re no lightweights, and contribute a fair amount to the bike’s 9.2kg.

The ride of the 2.1 is good for its intended rider. Our 58cm test bike has a rider-friendly 57.3cm top-tube combined with a 7-degree rise, 100mm stem, creating a comfortable but not too sedate riding position. The handling is predictable and the ride reasonably smooth, and that comfortable position isn’t so upright that it compromises the out-of-the-saddle feel.

Climbing on a 9kg-plus bike could be a chore, but that’s not what we found. We certainly enjoyed descending on the 2.1, its combination of smooth, vibration-free front end and weighty wheelset making for a very stable and predictable ride. We found we were pushing that bit harder on long descents as the 2.1 really does inspire confidence in its abilities.

As a choice for your first foray into serious road bikes the 2.1 has plenty to offer. The quality frame has a good, race-inspired position and comes with eyelets for mudguards, making it a great year-round ride and an ideal commuter. We like that Trek has kept the same fine geometry and handling traits of the brilliant Madone for what is, essentially, its novice range.

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Trek’s 2.1 C boasts Trek’s lightweight 200 Series aluminum frame along with a road-carving, vibration-damping Bontrager carbon fork for a ride as efficient and fast as it is smooth and precise. It’s built with a compact SRAM Apex drivetrain so you always have the perfect gear, dual-pivot brakes for excellent stopping power and Bontrager’s easy-rolling wheelset. Plus, this fine roadster sports a tasty selection of Bontrager components, such as the comfy Affinity seat and Race Lite seatpost. Let the 2.1’s quality, craftsmanship, and responsive ride inspire you to new speeds and distances.

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Trek Alpha 1.1 Review

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 Madone 2.1

First Published Aug 12, 2013

At road.cc every product is thoroughly tested for as long as it takes to get a proper insight into how well it works. Our reviewers are experienced cyclists that we trust to be objective. While we strive to ensure that opinions expressed are backed up by facts, reviews are by their nature an informed opinion, not a definitive verdict. We don't intentionally try to break anything (except locks) but we do try to look for weak points in any design. The overall score is not just an average of the other scores: it reflects both a product's function and value – with value determined by how a product compares with items of similar spec, quality, and price.

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Trek's Madone 2.1 is a solid, dependable £1,000 road bike that can turn its hand to everything from commuting to sportives. You'd be hard pressed to point out any particular aspect of this bike that's stunning, but it's remarkably consistent across the board.

Trek introduced the Madone several years ago, named after the climb outside Nice where He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named used to gauge how his training was going. You know the bloke. Texan. Watches a lot of daytime TV these days.

Madones have changed lots over the years and there are loads of different variants in the current line up. This is the first model year that Trek have offered the Madone with an aluminium frame; it has been wall-to-wall carbon fibre up until now (they've introduced aluminium Domanes for the first time too). The 2 Series models are made from Trek's 200 Series Alpha Aluminium, and some of the top-end features have had to be sacrificed.

Frame: Carbon Madone's kissing cousin from Bauxite County

For example, Trek make a big noise about their KVF tube shaping, KVF standing for Kammtail Virtual Foil. Essentially, they've designed a deep, aerodynamically efficient tube profile and chopped off the trailing edge to reduce weight and improve handling while retaining the aero performance.

Trek make extensive use of KVF tubing on the 6 Series Madone that we reviewed a few months back , whereas the KVF on the 2 Series is limited to the down tube and the fork legs.

That isn't really surprising given that the bike is five grand cheaper and the frame is made of aluminium. The point is, though, that Trek use the Madone name to cover a range of bikes that are significantly different from one another. They're all sporty to some degree or another and they share some design cues, but they're sometimes distant cousins rather than siblings.

That's not to say that the 2.1 is deficient when it comes to high-quality features. The head tube, for instance, is tapered with a standard 1 1/8in bearing at the top and a 1 1/2in bearing at the bottom, that extra material in the frame and fork helping to provide a good level of front-end stiffness.

The bottom bracket is a BB86.5 design with the bearings pressed into the shell, removing the need for cups and threads and reducing weight, and also allowing the down tube to be made wider for increased stiffness, while the gear cables run internally. Well, mostly. The rear mech cable exits the frame underneath the bottom bracket and does the last leg out in the open.

Both the frame and carbon-legged fork feature mudguard mounts. They're going to be very useful for UK conditions and we can imagine lots of people using the 2.1 for commuting, among other things. The mounts sit just behind the dropouts and run forwards rather than sideways, so they're hardly noticeable when not in use. In fact, after several weeks of riding this bike, I had to head back to the garage to double check they were even there. They were, and there's another mudguard-fixing hole on the back of the seat tube.

The carbon legged fork has that KVF shaping that I mentioned above and it's SpeedTrap compatible. That means you can fit a Trek computer sensor into a pocket in one of the legs. Okay, a lot of people use GPS systems these days, but it's a neat option if you don't want to rely on those pesky satellites.

In terms of geometry, the 2 Series Madones are built to Trek's H2 fit. What does that mean? Funny you should ask. It means that the head tube is slightly extended over Trek's low and aero H1 fit. It's still a sporty road bike arrangement, but not quite as aggressive.

So, our 58cm review bike has a 19cm head tube and an effective top tube of 57.4cm. For comparison, the 6 Series Madone that we reviewed a few months ago came in an H1 fit (it's available in H2 as well). That had a 16cm head tube and a 57.9cm effective top tube. The 2.1 has a 59.8cm stack and a 39.1cm reach, while the 6 Series has a 56.9cm stack and a 40.5cm reach.

If you don't want to decode those figures for yourself, the top and bottom of it is that you can get a ride position on the 2.1 that's a little more relaxed without the need to add a bunch of headset spacers. Go for a short head tube with a load of spacers and you'll compromise front-end stiffness. If you want a higher front end, you're better off having the height supplied by the head tube.

Some flexible folk might prefer a lower front end, especially for racing or just for riding as fast, while others are going to be happy with a higher front end for more comfort. It's up to you; Trek offer a whole load of bikes in each fit. And bear in mind that although the H2 is relaxed, it's not that  relaxed. A 58cm Specialized Roubaix, for example, has a 22.5cm head tube.

Components: Dependable Shimano 105

Moving on to the build, the shifters and mechs are from Shimano's mid-level 105 groupset, which is the most common group that you'll find on £1,000 bikes. It's solid, reliable kit – durable and functional.

You can adjust the reach to the levers by adding shims, the hoods are very comfortable to rest your hands on, and the mechs will probably carry on working for ages with relatively little maintenance.

The chainset isn't 105, though, it's a Shimano R565 compact option, so you get 50-tooth and 34-tooth chainrings rather than a standard 53/39T or 52/39T. That means you get a lower set of ratios to get you up the hills at the expense of big gears for pinning it down the other side.

It makes a lot of sense for most people who will gladly take the rest if they run out of big gears and enjoy the view instead. The Shimano Tiagra cassette it's matched up to runs sprockets from 12-tooth right up to 30-tooth.

The ride: No alarms and no surprises

I'd love to tell you that the Madone behaved really unexpectedly out on the road. It makes for a better story if a bike does something you don't anticipate, either good or bad. But the truth is that this bike behaves exactly as it should without any real surprises.

At 9.1kg (20.06lb), the 2.1 is never going to be the fastest bike out of the blocks, and acceleration is probably its weakest feature. The wheels from in-house brand Bontrager are solid enough but they're not especially keen to start zipping along – you don't get that exciting feeling of super-fast acceleration – but that's all forgotten once you get up to speed.

In terms of comfort, that ride position I mentioned is all-important. I'm used to quite a sporty setup and I didn't feel this was a vast distance away from that. You don't sit so upright that you feel as if the wind is blowing you backwards – it's a long way off that. Put it this way: if a full-on race set up is described as aggressive, maybe this is a passive aggressive ride position. Just putting it out there.

I can't say that I'm not a big fan of Bontrager's Affinity 1 saddle. It's a bit too spongy and mushy for my taste. Brands often do this with bikes up to about this price, probably on the basis that people walking into bike shops often equate soft with comfortable. They're wrong. It's not a disaster but I'd be ditching it early on if I bought this bike.

The gel bar tape softens the alloy front end so your hands and wrists feel fine throughout long rides and, as I said earlier, the hoods on the 105 levers provide another comfy hold. If you're like most people, you'll spend most of your time with your hands up here and when you do want to move to the drops, it's a comparatively short distance down there – just 125mm – which makes things easier on your back and neck. Passive aggressive, as I said before.

Whack the chain into the small chainring and the biggest sprocket and you have a really low gear (29.8in, if you're interested in such things) that'll get you up pretty much anything that doesn't need rope ladders and overhanging rocks. You won't get up the hills especially fast in a gear this small, but you'll be able to keep chugging along even when you have a day's riding behind you and your muscles have waved a little white flag.

Coming down the hills, the 2.1 feels planted rather than skittish, even over dodgy surfaces, and the front end doesn't waver when you chuck it hard into a bend. The no-name dual-pivot brakes might not have the cred of branded up options but in practice, they perform well enough and will do even better if you upgrade the pads when the first set wear out.

Conclusion: Gets the job done

Overall, the 2.1 is a well-designed, well-executed bike that gets on with the job with very little fuss. It's not carbon, it's not mega-light, and if you were being harsh you might say that it's not the most exciting choice out there at this price, but it is solid, reliable and dependable and good value for money – and there's a lot to be said for that.

Solid, good value road bike that'll see you right for everything from commuting to all-day sportives.

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road.cc test report

Make and model: Trek Madone 2.1

Size tested: 58cm

About the bike

State the frame and fork material and method of construction. List the components used to build up the bike.

Frame 200 Series Alpha Aluminium, E2, KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil) tube shape, press-fit BB

Fork Madone KVF carbon, E2, SpeedTrap compatible

Wheels Aluminium hubs w/Bontrager Approved aluminium rims

Tyres Bontrager R1, 700x23c

Shifters Shimano 105 STI, 10 speed

Front derailleur Shimano 105, 34.9mm clamp

Rear derailleur Shimano 105

Crank Shimano R565, 50/34 (compact)

Cassette Shimano Tiagra 12-30, 10 speed

Saddle Bontrager Affinity 1, steel rails

Seatpost Bontrager Race, infinite tilt adjustment, 20mm offset

Handlebar Bontrager Race VR-C, 31.8mm

Stem Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree

Headset Integrated, cartridge bearings, sealed, aluminium, 1-1/8in top, 1.5in bottom

Brakeset Aluminium dual-pivot brakes w/Shimano 105 STI levers

Tape Bontrager Gel Cork

Tell us what the bike is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about the bike?

Trek say, "Finally, an aluminium road bike worthy of the Madone name, with a super-aero shape and next-level race technology. Incredible ride, incredible value."

The Madone 2.1 doesn't have much in common with the top-end Madones – so little that you can't really see that having the name cover them all is much more than a marketing exercise to extend some of that top-end cred. Whatever they call it, this is a very good do-it-all road bike for the money.

Frame and fork

Tell us about the materials used in the frame and fork?

The frame is 200 Series Alpha Aluminium. The fork is carbon legs/alloy steerer.

Tell us about the geometry of the frame and fork?

It's built to Trek's H2 fit. See the main text for all the details.

Riding the bike

Was there any toe-clip overlap with the front wheel? If so, was it a problem?

A tiny amount on the 58cm frame. Not a worry.

The drivetrain

Wheels and tyres, your summary.

Did you enjoy riding the bike? Yes.

Would you consider buying the bike? Perhaps bit of a 'safe' choice, but solid reliability has a lot going for it.

Would you recommend the bike to a friend? Yes.

Overall rating: 8 /10

About the tester

Age: 41   Height: 190cm   Weight: 75kg

I usually ride:    My best bike is:

I've been riding for: Over 20 years   I ride: Most days   I would class myself as: Expert

I regularly do the following types of riding: time trialling, commuting, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding,

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Mat has been in cycling media since 1996, on titles including BikeRadar, Total Bike, Total Mountain Bike, What Mountain Bike and Mountain Biking UK, and he has been editor of 220 Triathlon and Cycling Plus. Mat has been road.cc technical editor for over a decade, testing bikes, fettling the latest kit, and trying out the most up-to-the-minute clothing. We send him off around the world to get all the news from launches and shows too. He has won his category in Ironman UK 70.3 and finished on the podium in both marathons he has run. Mat is a Cambridge graduate who did a post-grad in magazine journalism, and he is a winner of the Cycling Media Award for Specialist Online Writer. Now over 50, he's riding road and gravel bikes most days for fun and fitness rather than training for competitions.

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The road bike that got me back into road bikes after riding mtb for 30 yrs, great bike

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Are you kidding. BB30 is the worst possible standard in Bottom Brackets.

Shimano's standard still seems to be the best, very much so.

It's a shame that your twitting @ sign thing looks like it says "Trek bikes suk" at first glance.

I wish Trek would adopt a BB30 so Shimano would start making BB30 cranksets

Been in a muddle about a cycle scheme bike recently. Looked at this, the same(near) priced, giant, scott & specialized. The scott s20 had full 105, the rest was a tiagra/tekro(?) or summat mishmash.

-planet x and ribble offered best value for money - mainly carbon with a full groupset.

It depends what you want.

Don't understand why this gets 4 stars, when last year's Bike of the Year only got 4.5? Are you saying this is nearly Bike of the Year material? Really?

Rough welding round the bottom bracket too.

Floor Filler.

Just for clarification, the Domane is a high-performance bike, as well as the Madone. Yes, the emphasis of the Domane is that of comfort over a longer distance, but it's just as much a bike for people who want to go fast.

The difference between the two will ultimately come down to what type of ride someone wants to experience. If you want to feel that you are well-connected to the road, then you want a Madone. If you want to reduce the 'white noise' that comes with riding a typical UK road surface, then opt for a Domane.

Both performance bikes. Both with oodles of technology. Both with unique ride qualities.

A comfort bike should have at least 25c tires. I hate it when companies cheap out on things like cassettes by down speccing them hoping buyers won't notice.

Is it the 2.1 or the 2.3? Just curious.

Can't help but think that for a 'comfort road' bike you might as well buy the Domane though.

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Trek 2.1 vs. Trek 1.2

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I've only test ridden the Trek 2, but plan on test riding the Trek 1 soon. I was very, very impressed with the 2, which might be expected since it is over $1K. If I could get away with it without compromising quality, I would be happy to spend 200 or 300 less for the 1. Should I expect very similar quality or will the component compromise of the Trek 1 become an issue sooner rather than later (performance and durability)? Thanks for your replies in advance!  

my advice my advice would be if you have the money to get the better components, go ahead and do it. when i first started cycling i got a basic trek 1000. i absolutely loved it. it was the perfect bike. however a year down the road i wish i got a bike with a little better components. on the flip side, if you are just going out for a bike ride and enjoy just riding your bike around with no intention on racing then save a few hundred bucks, because you probably wouldnt notice a big difference on the minor upgrade of components. either bike will be a nice bike and you will like it.  

Thanks for your feedback. I should mention that my budget is about $1300 max for a bicycle.  

it really depends on how much you weight. i have a 4.7 madone and my friend got the 2.1. his bike rides nice and feels very fun and responsive to ride. the only issue he has with the bike is that the wheelset flexes a bit when he climbs. he is 210 and not as smooth of a rider. i would say get the 2.1 as it feels more like my carbon frame and we all know from mountian bike riding that better parts just last longer. enjoy karl  

roadmountain said: I've only test ridden the Trek 2, but plan on test riding the Trek 1 soon. I was very, very impressed with the 2, which might be expected since it is over $1K. If I could get away with it without compromising quality, I would be happy to spend 200 or 300 less for the 1. Should I expect very similar quality or will the component compromise of the Trek 1 become an issue sooner rather than later (performance and durability)? Thanks for your replies in advance! Click to expand...

This is some great feedback, thank you. I test rode a 2009 Trek 2.1. I was almost amazed. The ride itself was amazing, and the only detractor I could notice were the brakes, which didn't seem to work very well. Do you think $1120 is a good price is a good price for an '09 Trek 2.1? I'll test ride the 1, but the 2 made a very positive impression on me!  

I like the 2 series. I have a 2.1 and a 2.3. I got all Ultegra parts off ebay for under $300 and I'm upgrading the 2.3 as well as putting the 105 group on the 2.1. With the 105 group, the 2.1 becomes a 2.3 in all but color scheme. Both are super bikes. I tried a madrone but decided the ride was the same and I'd save the 3 grand.  

roadmountain said: This is some great feedback, thank you. I test rode a 2009 Trek 2.1. I was almost amazed. The ride itself was amazing, and the only detractor I could notice were the brakes, which didn't seem to work very well. Do you think $1120 is a good price is a good price for an '09 Trek 2.1? I'll test ride the 1, but the 2 made a very positive impression on me! Click to expand...

To be honest, I have a strong preference for the esthetics of the 2.1 '09 rather than the 2.3 '09. I know, but that's the way it is. The 2010 2.1 looks pretty sharp too. The 2010 2.3 is pushing it on price to be sure.  

roadmountain said: To be honest, I have a strong preference for the esthetics of the 2.1 '09 rather than the 2.3 '09. I know, but that's the way it is. The 2010 2.1 looks pretty sharp too. The 2010 2.3 is pushing it on price to be sure. Click to expand...

2ndGen said: I'm a champion of the Trek 1.5. If I were going for a 2.X Series, I'd go with the 2.3. Why? Both the 1.5 and the 2.3 get great reviews from bike mags (the 1.5 won Best Entry Level Road Bike by Bicycling in '09 and is currently an editor's choice for '10). As for the 1.X vs 2.X Series discussion...that will depend on you really. I went with the lowest series because I always knew I'd upgrade to a $3K bike eventually. I don't personally buy by components groups on bikes I'm going to upgrade anyway. If you know enough now to know that this will be a very long term bike, then I'd definitely say go for the 2.X bike. It's an excellent bike (as is the 1.5). But in my humble opinion I'd go with the 1.5 or the 2.3. Either bike will not need upgrading for a long while in their respective categories. (1.5, entry level bike, 2.3, recreational rider/possible entry level racer). The only real difference in the two from what I've come to learn is (besides components groups) are the carbon stays on the 2.X bikes which give it a slightly better ride that really becomes noticeable on longer rides. Personally, I ended up falling in love with my 1.5 and am putting about $2,000. into it. Wheels, saddle, cockpit, groupset...for that money I could get a new Madone, but it wouldn't be my upgraded 1.5. 1.X Series bikes are by far the best alumnimum frame bikes you can get for the money. The only thing that beats it is a CAAD9, but now you're talking about a bike designed more for racing (which is also on my hit list). If you're just venturing into road biking and want to get a feel for it more, the 1.5 is a great choice to get your feet wet with. I have guys with $10,000. bikes that like my bike and compliment it even on how it rides. If you're more seasoned, the 2.3 is a great bike too. The jump up in price between the 1.2/1.5 and the 2.1/2.3 is really not much when you figure how much MORE you get for the relatively small difference. If I had to do it all over again knowing what I know now however, I'd still get the 1.5. Good luck and let us know what you choose. Click to expand...

Be careful, Trek built down the 2010 2.3 because it was too competative with the much more expensive madones. Still a nice bike but the 2009's with carbon stays are THE BEST BUY. If you don't like the brakes, change the pads -- they are cheap.  

I have a strong preference for the alu at this point, simply because I've test ridden one and loved it. My only qualm with the 2.1 would be the brakes. They didn't seem to work very well. I suppose I could swap out the pads, but dual pivot is supposed to offer a leverage advantage so maybe they could be adjusted for better power. A 10 speed cassette would be nice too, but man, the memory of the 2.1 is of a spectacular ride.... I'm having a hard time thinking about this logically! I was ready to cut a check right then and there!  

nrg4isu said: Note: The 2010 2.3 does NOT have carbon stays. That was something trek ditched after the 2009 bike and instead went with full 105 group components. Just adding my 2 cents. I own the 2.3 and although I haven't put many miles on it yet (40), I love it. The only thing I'd change so far is the seat... and I'm giving it some break-in time before I really decide on that. I chose the 2.3 over the other bikes mainly because I know that I'm going to have this bike for a loooong time. I love the frame (hydroformed) over the 1.X frames, and appreciate the better wheels and full 105 group. Click to expand...

2ndGen said: Yeah, just found that out that they went full aluminum. I wonder why they did that? Carbon supposedly gave it a better ride. I'd like to see Trek make a premium aluminum frame ala' CAAD9. I'm starting to upgrade components on my 1.5. So far, an Ultegra SL Crankset with Dura Ace 7800 Bottom Bracket. Everything else will be full Dura Ace 7800 (shifters, brakes, etc...) except for the cassette which'll be an Ultegra (since they are more durable). Now that the weather is finally getting nicer, I can get a new wheelset and turn my stock SSR wheels into a training/bad weather set. Click to expand...

roadmountain said: Do you sell your old parts? Keep them around? Click to expand...

A spectacular ride only comes once in a while. Buy the 2.1. You can always upgrade next winter.  

I'm ready to start researching bike racks so I can bring it home, lol. Any suggestions?  

I have an 09 Trek 2.1. It really is a great bike. I upgraded the pads and now it stops on a dime - they are awsome now. I ride with fast group rides and have never had issues. I paid $1100 May 09, so try and get more off. I did change the bar tape to black and just changed to Soul S4.0 wheels. The 09 colors are brighter than the 10 model. I think either 2.1 is a great buy for a advanced entry level bike. Good luck.  

roadmountain said: Yeah, I'm getting frustrated that everyone who posts got a lower price than I am likely to get. Is it because I'm in Cali? PS: test rode a Felt 75 today. The Trek is clearly nicer. Click to expand...

Get the best price you can on the bike you want. Markets vary on pricing, so take that into consideration. Cali is always strong, hence the lower need to discount. I love my 2.1. In the Fall with all the new groups coming out, I will upgrade, but because I want to not because the bike needs it. I riide some vey fast 18-20 mph avg B rides and the 2.1 runs will much more expensive bikes. The biggest factor is the motor. Good luck.  

I paid $1099 for my 2009 Trek 2.1 and didn't feel cheated. Next week it gets the 105 group off my 2.3 so it will be a second super bike. BTW ebay is great. I assembled an Untegra group for my 2.3 for about $250 by watching the slow movers.  

Went to a "high end" shop to test ride the new 2010 2.1 I was underwhelmed. First, the shop is in a very affluent, vanilla conservative town, and I felt slightly out of place. Second, even though the shop was "high end" the employees were slightly challenged. The employee who "helped" me said the bike I confirmed was ready for a test ride wasn't in stock. He said it might be in stock at their warehouse down the street. Fifteen minutes later he arrives back empty handed. He looks up and the bike I'm to test ride was directly above his head when I asked him! The bike didn't feel right. There were some mechanical noises and vibrations coming from the bottom bracket. The saddle height was adjusted improperly, as a result, ironically, of this employee's trying to adjust it. The front derailleur wouldn't shift. I didn't like riding it. Whatever they pay their employee's it's not enough to attract talented help. I was bored. Sometimes, you get it right the first time.  

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Just had dinner at Aist in Moscow, really charming place, beautiful people, inspiring stories, women where super nicely dressed, we wondered if it was for the film festival or this is the myth about how groomed Russian women are. Food was good overall but what is not to miss are the cocktails and the khatchaburi! A kind of Russian heavy cheezy melty delicious pie! A real treat. The terasse on the roof is as charming, but you'd miss the action of the street around and the pople coming in and out, the golden Bentleys, the blue Rolls Royces, summer in the city of Moscow has never been more glamorous and trendy. Nice music, apparently they also host DJ's on certain nights. Service was great. Prices on the high side. But definetly a must. Apparently the owners of this restaurant own a whole bunch of these trendy restaurants. http://www.trendymoscow.com/tag/novikov-group/ I'll definetly check them all out. If life brings me back here. :) Danielle

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We we were visiting Moscow and staying at the Marco Polo and came across this restaurant down the street, where we saw Mercedes, Bentleys, a Ferrari, and decide to have early dinner where the beautiful Russia that were driving these cars were dining. We started out with a Russian beer and Vodka and also order a La Mode a drink with crushed ice lemon, oranges, strawberries.Very Pricey! It was excellent, on a hot evening, but very pricey. We ended up having dinner and ordered the fish that excellent cook perfectly. Beautiful people came and went so did the cars. The seafood was excellent so were the drinks. If you want a night of pleasure go to this restaurant. We had a excellent table for people watching, expensive car watching, good food. Expensive wine. Worth going again the next night!

excellent place to hang out in summer, especially the roof terrace in summer is somewhat unreal for Moscow, cool and fancy and lots of green around, and this in the very very center not far from pushkinskaya. kitchen is cool too, not cheap though)) and very nice cocktails .... expect no chance to grab a table on hot summer days

Served us warm oysters. And this was after the server had to check with the kitchen to see if there remained an of these delights. That evening I awaited the gastro surprise, but nothing happened...whew! Grilled octopus was inferior to that at Brix Wine Bar and twice as expensive. Downstairs, with all the smoke was packed. Upstairs, with the clean air, was empty. We sat upstairs with a view to the open kitchen. Wine selection is what I have learned to expect in Moscow, limited selection of reasonably priced wines, limited selection of outrageously priced wines. Very pretty place with attentive staff. I ordered the chef's special for that night, the roasted quail with spinach and it was dried out tough and unappealing. I wonder if the same kitchen serves downstairs and upstairs...because the folks downstairs seem to be having lots of fun while the two upstairs were looking at an evening of the Moscow restaurant formula: big investments in the interior, but not in the food... Bummer

It is always a fantastic dining experience, from both socializing and having absolutely amazing dining experience. Fish is great, but probably the best borsch soup I ever tried

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Trek's 2.1 boasts a lightweight Alpha Black aluminum frame with a road-carving carbon fork. The hill-conquering Shimano drivetrain and Bontrager's SSR wheelset will have you rolling farther and faster than you thought possible. Plus, it sports a fine selection of Bontrager components, too, including a comfy saddle and a carbon seatpost.

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Speed, turnsagility , weight, gears, haNDLING +++++

NONE SO FAR.

I have had a Trek 7.3 for several years now and after reaearching for a little too long- I decided to go with tyhe trek2.1. ( My local trek deaer went out of his way to explain the bebefits of this bike). vs. the 1.5 which is a Great Bike. This is a great bike and I have done some long rides with it and I am CRAZY about this bike. P. Kinsella Brooklyn N.Y.

Frame, gears, forks, 105 componentry.

Seat, wheels and tyres could be better, though you can probably live with them.

My first serious road bike after riding a cheap steel bike for many years. I ended up buying this bike as it was recommended to me by my LBS. I could have gotten a more expensive bike but I'm glad I purchased a 2.1 - it has proven to be a good choice for a first serious bike. The first thing I noticed was the difference in speed and ease of climbing - it was incredible. Also, because the frame and drivetrain are good, it's viable to upgrade pieces as you go rather than buy a new bike. I am a heavy rider and the stock seat made my tail go numb on long rides (on short rides it wasn't a problem). So I ended up replacing it with a Selle Italia Flite Gel Flow. If you are a light rider or do not plan to go on long rides the stock Bontrager saddle may be fine for you. The back tyre developed some deformity after a few months, so I replaced it with a Continental GP4000s. Then I replaced the front tyre with the same. Rolls beautifully. If I knew then what difference it would make for a relatively low cost I'd have probably changed the tyres straight away. I hadn't planned any further upgrades for a while but I've just picked up some Ksyrium Elites at a bargain price so they are going on next. I anticipate not needing further upgrades for a long time.

Fast, great geometry, light aluminum frame with carbon fork! Love SRAM!

Bontrager wheels and components...

I got my 2012 model 2.1 on october 11'... Black and silver, I love the colors and paint job, very sparkly! The aluminum frame is lighter and stiffer than I predicted. It handles just as well any other carbon bike, since the geometry is basically the same. and of course it's as fast as you want it to go! The down side are the bontrager components wich are all aluminum. I changed the seat post and stem wich made it a bit more comfortable on the long rides. Also, the saddle is standard size so that had to be replaced too... Also, i twisted while sprinting the front 50 teeth compact crankset, that was replaced too with FSA. Now im savig to get a better pair of wheels, not that the bontragers dont roll, but really arent that fast... besides that, the bike is a dream! I love it!

Relatively light weight, responsive aluminum frame, carbon fork and stays, carbon seat post (mine is a 2009). Triple is nice for hilly terrain.

Handle bars, saddle, wheels, tires, front derailleur a bit touchy - not 105, gearing is a bit slow compared to some others' bikes on the triple.

Upgraded with new bars, replaced saddle (stock is too hard and not sized for the individual), wheels are heavy and "double spoke" design - replaced with Mavic Ksyrium Elite, dumped the Bontrager rubber and mounted with Michelin Krylion Carbon tires - the best I've ever used.

everything is great

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love this bike have ridden this bike for 3yrs now . excellant ride and handels great did a century on this bike . ride on

Hugs the road. Climbs very well. Light weight Apex groupo

None so far.

Tight in turns and stiff on the flats. Climbs like a spider monkey! H2 ego design is phenominal! On my old bike I had a hard time keeping my posture correct for extended periods of time thus causing my hands to go to sleep. On the 2.1 this is no longer an issue. The Apex groupo takes some getting use to but once you get it down it ROCKS. This is my dream bike!!!

Frame integrity, shifting, positioning.

With a two-ring front, I often long for taller high gearing to give me more top-end speed. Conversely, steep hills can be very tough. Will be investigating the feasibility of changing the set-up to see if I can achieve significant gains without breaking the bank.

My first new road bike in many years. Purchase strongly influenced by a very knowledgeable, easy-going LBS owner. Laid out the pros and cons of various models in comparison with my goals and objectives (long recreational rides and 2-3 triathlons annually). Settled on the 2.1 Alpha. Overall, I'm quite happy with the bike. Will have ridden about 1K miles by the time the season ends here in NJ, including my first sprint tri and the 145 mile one-day Ride to Montauk. Looking forward to next year's events, which include a 208 mile one-day ride. This bike makes these long rides very doable and enjoyable. Whether climbing in the hills or riding the flats, the 2.1 Alpha delivers quite well. It gives the rider great confidence, and allows me to always be at or near the front of the pack. Highly recommend it.

Number one factor was price, I didn't feel like I was being ripped off. The 105 components feel and work very well. Shifting is smooth. Very comfortable ride even on long rides. The bike is also pretty fast, and it makes you want to work at getting better and faster.

Nothing really, maybe better tires.

I upgraded to the Trek 2.1 from a hybrid bike in April '10 and it was the best decision I have ever made. I was worried that I would have back pain as many family members have had pretty bad back pain, but the bike was fit to me and it feels really good and solid. I've logged over 1050 miles on it since April, including a 55 mile and 100K and have not had any major problems with it. I was looking for a bike that would not break the bank but that would last me a while, one which I could upgraded parts as I felt needed and a bike that would be competitive and light. Very easy to adjust seat, removing wheels is a quick task with the quick releases. The bike has a location on the front fork for an integrated computer which is pretty cool but I have not used. The stock seat is not too bad but I have replaced it. I love this bike and it looks like a million bucks!

Reliability, weight, Shimano 105 group, value for price. Perfect bike for strength and endurance training.

Just got back into road bikings in order to help reducing blood glucose levels for Type II Diabetis. Chose the Trek 2.1 as I already have a great Trek hard-tail MB. Couldn't be happier with the 2.1. Great handling characteristics with the H3 set up. Shimano 105 group provides very smooth shifting. The 11-28 cassette and 52-39 crank provides a wide range of training capabilites.

Fast, light, good price point.

Me the rider.

This is my first road bike so I do not have a lot to compare it to. But I am very happy with my purchase. I have put about 200 miles on it so far and rode in one triathalon. It handels well and seems to be a great bike for the money.

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Coordinates of elektrostal in degrees and decimal minutes, utm coordinates of elektrostal, geographic coordinate systems.

WGS 84 coordinate reference system is the latest revision of the World Geodetic System, which is used in mapping and navigation, including GPS satellite navigation system (the Global Positioning System).

Geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) define a position on the Earth’s surface. Coordinates are angular units. The canonical form of latitude and longitude representation uses degrees (°), minutes (′), and seconds (″). GPS systems widely use coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes, or in decimal degrees.

Latitude varies from −90° to 90°. The latitude of the Equator is 0°; the latitude of the South Pole is −90°; the latitude of the North Pole is 90°. Positive latitude values correspond to the geographic locations north of the Equator (abbrev. N). Negative latitude values correspond to the geographic locations south of the Equator (abbrev. S).

Longitude is counted from the prime meridian ( IERS Reference Meridian for WGS 84) and varies from −180° to 180°. Positive longitude values correspond to the geographic locations east of the prime meridian (abbrev. E). Negative longitude values correspond to the geographic locations west of the prime meridian (abbrev. W).

UTM or Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system divides the Earth’s surface into 60 longitudinal zones. The coordinates of a location within each zone are defined as a planar coordinate pair related to the intersection of the equator and the zone’s central meridian, and measured in meters.

Elevation above sea level is a measure of a geographic location’s height. We are using the global digital elevation model GTOPO30 .

Elektrostal , Moscow Oblast, Russia