2014 Trek 3500 Disc: Bike to Work, or On The Trails

Excellent "Trail Ready" Bike From Trek: The 2014 3500 Disc

When it comes to functionality, Trek knows both what you want and what you need. What you need is a bike that will take you back and forth from work, allow you to carry some groceries home from the market, and to help you stay in shape.

What you want is a mean-looking, trail-ready, durable machine with quality components and a nice paint job. Right? That's exactly what you'll find in the 2014 Trek 3500 Disc.

The frame is made of Trek's Alpha Silver aluminum, which is lightweight and features smooth-welds at the joints. The front fork is an SR Suntour M-3030 w/ coil spring, and 75mm of travel. This little bit of suspension will help take you over some otherwise undesirable patches of road and trail without killing your hands.

The all-Shimano drivetrain is a plus, allowing you to easily use the Altus EZ-Fire 51 7-Speed shifters to send the chain through the Shimano Tourney Front and Rear (TX35) Derailleurs, on a Shimano M131 48/38/28 Crank and over the SRAM PG-730 12-32 cassette. If for some awful reason you have to slow down on your ride, you can do so using the HL 280 mechanical disc brakes (Shimano Altus levers). The 3500 Disc is outfitted with Bontrager's standard (which is a pretty high standard!) Saddle, Handlebar, and grips — from it's SSR family of products.

We can only talk about this bike so much — we'd love to let you take one on a test ride! Come by the store and see if this is the bike for you. If not, we've got a large selection of bikes for you to choose from. We look forward to seeing you soon at The Bike Zone. 

Visit us today!

2100 Ridge Rd. W., Rochester, NY

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[PHOTOS] 2013 Felt Compulsion: THE ALL MOUNTAIN TRAIL BIKE!

2014 Felt Bikes Are Coming Out, But Don't Forget About Their Incredible 2013 Models Like the 2013 Felt Compulsion

Yes, the 2014 bikes are still great. Check out our previous post on one of the new lines: Here.

The Compulsion is Felt's do-it-all trail machine. It has patented Equilink suspension and adjustable 150mm or 160mm of fully active travel. That means you can get up the hill faster, yet also have a lot of fun on even the most technical descents. With Equilink, the Compulsion produces the efficiency and as compliant pedaling as a true trail bike.

The weight of all the models of the Compulsion was reduced to be more able on the trail. Felt also changed the head angles of this years bike to improve the handling. For 2013, Felt used all new links and hardware to beef up the stiffness and strength of this trail bike. 

Shimano Handles the entire drivetrain, ensuring quality and compatibility through the whole bike. It's shifters, front and rear derailleur, crankset, brakes and wheelset are all Shimano Deore XT.

Having parts that are all made from the same manufacturer and are the same model make this bike unbeatable when it comes to compatibility.

You should come to The Bike Zone to check out this awesome bike as well as all the other  great products we have.

THE BIKE ZONE is located at 2100 Ridge Rd. W., Rochester, NY. 

You can also reach us by phone if you'd like to talk about what we can do for you at (585) 225-7960

www.bikezonebikes.com

2014 Trek Crockett: NEW CX Race Bike

Trek Introduces Crockett, the CX Race Rocket

posted by Zach Overholt (bikeradar.com) - August 12, 2013 - 4pm EDT

Crockett is for racing. Developed with direct input from Katie Freakin Compton, the Crockett is all about earning your cowbells and handups all while crossing the line first. Already raced to an overall World Cup Championship under KFC, the Crockett will be offered in aluminum only along side of the carbon Cronus CX which returns for 2014 in two models.

Available now, the Crockett might just show up on some cross courses near you this Fall.


Since the Crockett is race bred, there is still the disc or canti debate to contend with – though Crockett will be available in both so you can take your pick. The frames do appear to be one or the other though, so you won’t be able to change your mind down the road.

Each frame is constructed from Trek’s 200 series Alpha Aluminum which is their premium alloy, heavily shaped into the smooth lines of the Crockett. The geometry was chosen based on Katie’s input for race specific handling.

The frame features a built in 3S chainkeeper to prevent derailments in the worst conditions, and post mount disc brakes on both front and rear for the non canti frame. The frame also includes improved internal cable routing to keep things operating smoother, longer in cross conditions.

At the front of the bike is Trek’s IsoSpeed full carbon fork borrowed from the Domane and tuned for CX, smoothing the ride while still remaining laterally stiff.

Complete bikes will be offered in the Crockett 9 Canti shown above, the Crockett 7 Canti and Disc, and the Crockett 5 Canti and Disc, as well as framesets for both Canti and Disc models.

Trek Sale HUGE Savings

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[Photos & Review] 2014 Felt Virtue Nine Carbon and Aluminum Mountain Bikes

Felt Releases 2014 Virtue Nine Line-Up. 2 Carbon Models and 3 Aluminum

While most are aware of Felt's proclivity towards high-end road and triathlon bikes, but they also have an extensive line of short to mid travel mountain bikes. The same quality frame design and construction exist in this realm of Felt's kingdom - and these new 2014 models are showing that Felt is keeping up with the MTB crowd as well.
  


The Felt Virtue Nine platform has been gifted 29in wheels and boasts 130mm of rear suspension by way of Felt's proprietary Equilink suspension system. The bikes come with 140mm travel forks (except the Virtue Nine 60 — 130mm Suntour).

RockShox delivers Felt suspension needs throughout the Virtue line-up. The drivetrain for the flagship Virtue Nine 1 is SRAM's X0 11-speed with a 30 tooth chainring. Post style disc brakes are a feature of the Virtue Nine model and eliminates an additional bracket or adapter for 160mm brake rotors. Avid X0 Trail brakes with 180mm rotors make sure you can stop quickly and confidently.

Even the seatpost is awesome, a Reverb Stealth allows for easy seat height adjustment on the fly.

Constructed from UHC Advanced carbon fiber, the Nine 1 tips the scales at five pounds, including the shock. In addition to the Nine 1, Felt also offers a carbon Nine 3. The Virtue Nine also has three aluminum offerings (Nine 20, Nine 50, Nine 60).

Bike Zone is located at 

2100 Ridge Road W. 

Rochester, NY.  We've got Felt bikes as well as great bikes from Trek and Raleigh!

www.bikezonebikes.com

(585) 225-7960

Polar Bottle Ergo Insulated Water Bottles at The Bike Zone, Rochester NY

 

Polar Bottle Ergo Insulated Water Bottles

Polar Bottle® is excited to introduce our new 22-ounce lifestyle insulated bottle, the Polar Bottle Ergo. This new product from Polar Bottle is the premier lifestyle insulated plastic water bottle and is BPA-FREE & PHTHALATE-FREE. Taking advantage of the same reflective insulation technology as the original Polar Bottle Sport, the Polar Bottle Ergo keeps water cold more than twice as long as a conventional water bottle. As with all Polar Bottle water bottles, the Polar Bottle Ergo comes in a variety of graphic design options to compliment your personality. With its functional and aesthetically pleasing design, the Polar Bottle Ergo is the perfect bottle to carry with you 24/7.

The Ergo features our newest no spill cap, the Half Twist™, which makes drinking easy and spills a thing of the past. Give the cap a Half Twist and you’re ready to drink. Give the cap a Half Twist in the other direction and it’s completely sealed. The Half-Twist cap features a medical-grade silicone gasket and seals the bottle for a no-spill, no-leak drinking experience.

Park Tool PCS-4 workstand on Sale at The Bike Zone in Rochester NY

Park Tool PCS-4 Workstand

Expect many years of solid performance from Park's PCS-4 deluxe work stand. The PCS-4 is packed with professional features typically found only on the shop-quality stands, including the 100-5C cast aluminum 360 degree clamping system. Features three different height positions to fit any bike and any mechanic, heavy-duty powder coated steel construction, a stable base and adjustable rubber feet for uneven floors.

PART 2: 2014 Bontrager Updates: Saddle, Lights, Pumps, Clothing Line

Bontrager Introduces 2014 Serano Saddle, New Ion 700 USB Light, Travel Charger Pump and Updated Clothing Line

See Part One Here: 2014 Bontrager Velocis Helmet and Team Sky Shoes

Photos and Content Originally Posted on RoadCyclingUK.com
 

New Serano saddle

Another 2014 product which debuted at the Tour de France but which has now officially broken cover is the new Serano saddle.

Bontrager says the shape of the saddle is based on the Fizik Arione, a popular choice in the peloton, but uses two of the key technologies found on other Bontrager saddles: Zone Density Foam and an inForm BioDynamic design, giving the saddle a high tail to provide a power-friendly profile for riders who adopt an aggressive position. There are two versions of the saddle: the carbon-railed RXL, which has a claimed weight of 185g, and the RL, which has titanium rails and a marginally heavier claimed weight.
   

Updated clothing line

Bontrager’s clothing line has been updated with new colors across the range. They’re also now using their own proprietary fabric called Profila. They say it does everything you’d expect a premium fabric to do – it’s lightweight, breathable and fast-wicking – but by using their own fabric Bontrager say they’re able to tweak its properties according to the type of garment.






So, for the 2014 spring/summer range, there’s Profila Cool, for maximum breathability, Profila UV, for block out UV rays, Profila Power, a compressive fabric designed to offer support and Profila Dry, designed to wick moisture rapidly and dry quickly.

The RXXXL jersey, for example, uses Profila Dry, while the corresponding bib shorts are made from Profila Power. The RXL Summer jersey, meanwhile, is designed for the hottest of days and is therefore made from Profila Cool with Profila Dry inserts.  






 New ‘see by’ light

The Ion 700 USB is Bontrager’s first ‘see by’ light. As the name suggests, it has a claimed output of 700 Lumens, which is venturing into serious light territory and should be plenty in principle for serious commuting and some training on unlit roads. The light, which is USB rechargeable, has five modes (three solid and two flashing) and can be rotated 360 degrees on the quick-release mount. It’s a compact unit, which also has side illumination by way or two small, yellow windows.

Finally, this Travel Charger pump is also new from Bontrager. It’s a travel version of the existing Charger track pump, designed as a high-volume pump for when space is at a premium, so to chuck in the back of your car ahead of a sportive, or in a bike bag if taking your bike abroad. It folds down into a neat package which is far less obtrusive than a traditional track pump and has a folding foot platform to help get your tires pumped up in double-quick time.

Love Bontrager Componentry? 

We've got it all here at Bike Zone. We are located at:

2100 Ridge Rd. W. in Rochester, NY. - (585) 225-7960

www.bikezonebikes.com

The 2014 Trek 7.6 FX. The Best Bike For Whatever You're Doing

 

Don't call it a fitness bike. The 2014 Trek 7.6 FX is the most versatile bike EVER

 

 Some may call it a fitness bike, but it can be used for so many different things! It's fast, fun, agile, and appeals to roadies, commuters, fitness fans, errand runners, Sunday riders, and more! Trek's Top end FX models grab popular road bike technology like an E2 tapered head tube and fork and simple, light 2x10 gearing for a fast sporty ride. The E2 head tube tapers from a 1.5" lower to a 1-1/8" upper, placing more material where it matters for the full stiffness of a 1.5" without the added weight. Another weight saving feature is the lightweight front fork with carbon fiber legs to soak up hand-numbing road vibration.

More vibration control is handled by IsoZone technology and super comfortable Bontrager bars and grips encourage you to ride as long as you'd like! Trek has combined their speedy, yet stable FX geometry with tube shapes inspired by Trek's road heritage for a lightweight ride that's fast and fun. Why get a 2014 Trek 7.6 FX? Get fit, ride to work, pull the kids, haul groceries, cruise the neighborhood, and so much more... all on FX.

Check out the 2014 Trek 7.6 FX at The Bike Zone.

We are located at 2100 Ridge Road W. Rochester, NY.

You can reach us by phone at (585) 225-7960

www.bikezonebikes.com

Brand New 2014 Trek Bikes Are Here! Session, Fuel, Remedy, Superfly

2014 Trek World Bike Release Sees 2014 Models of Session, Superfly (Full Suspension), Fuel EX 26, Elite and Stache

Trek has announced at their Annual Trek World event that they will no longer be "rushing to finish product in time for a deadline, and no more will your bike become obsolete when the calendar ticks by. Instead ... bikes will be released as and when they are ready" (www.imbikemag.com)

Now you can buy a new Trek bike feeling confident that it won't depreciate as greatly over the course of the year. Sure, the bikes will be updated, and there may still be some excitement surrounding a bike launch, but Trek wants to make sure their technologies are at their full potential before releasing them, ensuring that you get the best products at the right time.

What does this mean? For us, it means that the Session, Superfly Full Suspension, Fuel EX 26, Elite and Stache FRAMES will remain unchanged for 2014, but we will be seeing some new color schemes and trickle down componentry. Trek has embraced all three wheel sizes in their new range to show how well each wheel size works in each category.





Here's a breakdown from IMbikemag.com: At an entry level hardtail price point the X-Caliber now owns the show, 29-inch wheels and bikes to suit almost any pocket in terms of pricing.

 Once you tip over the X-Caliber range, the Superfly range begins. Again a 29-inch hardtail bike that Moving away from the XC crowd towards the trail end of the market the Fuel EX has made a big upgrade this year in terms of wheel size.

 The Fuel EX 29 utilizes a 120mm suspension platform and revamped geometry and frame design to incorporate the bigger wheel size. has been tweaked for this year aimed firmly at the XC market with 100mm of front end travel. Alongside the Superfly hardtail is the Superfly Full Suspension (that remains unchanged) The way Trek sees it the extra speed and easy power from a bigger wheelsize makes the 29er the perfect platform for the entry-level market, as well as the XC crowd too.

Jumping up a gear again, the Remedy range also sees a major update. Not just a 29er version but also, you've waited for it, yes a 27.5 version too. This sparks a new deabte, 650b, 27.5, what are we gonna call it?  With this choice in wheelsize, you get to decide which you would prefer according to how and where you ride.

The 29er version is a long travel big-wheeled machine if ever there was one sporting 140mm of tuned front and rear suspension. The 27.5 version shares the same suspension platform, but obviously sports the smaller wheel size.



The Slash is back again and is a real all-mountain killer! This year it too gets the bigger wheeled treatment, yet retains the 150mm travel platform from last year. 27.5-inch wheels
adorn the new bike which looks great in black and orange paint schemes.

[PHOTOS] Brand New 2014 Trek Madone 2.0 Series

(Published on RoadCyclingUK.com)

The 2014 Trek Domane 2-Series Gets a Makeover

"The Domane is Trek's comfort bike and uses the proprietary IsoSpeed decoupler; essentially a pivot between the seattube and toptube which allows the two to flex independently. The Domane was developed in conjunction with Fabian Cancellara for the cobbled Classics, and is well suited to the demands of regular riders seeking a combination of comfort and performance.





 While 4, 5, and 6-Series Domanes are based around a carbon fibre frame, 2-Series machines use an aluminum frame. The seattube on the first run of 2-Series frames was formed by welding two tubes together to ensure the correct balance of strength and compliance but Trek have managed to overcome this by using double-tubing, thereby forgoing the weld and significantly improving the aesthetics of the frame.

Speaking of which, while there are color updates across the Trek range, the Domane 2.1 and 2.3 have undergone a significant makeover, with subtle color-matched components across the bike. "

All in all this bike looks great and would be great on the road! Come to your one-stop-Trek-shop—
The Bike Zone!

Come to The Bike Zone for  all your road bike needs.

We are located at 2100 W. Ridge Road in Rochester, NY. 
You can reach us by phone at (585) 225-7960

www.bikezonebikes.com