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Trek 1.2

★★★★☆
4.3

based on 59 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.4

 

Pros

  • Handles well (52)
  • Comfortable (51)
  • Lightweight (45)
  • Good geometry (44)
  • Absorbs shock well (30)
  • Great components (27)
  • Fast (2)
  • Good value (2)
  • Responsive (2)
  • Aerodynamics (1)
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Cons

  • Poor components (9)
  • Brakes could be better (2)
  • Bad brakes (1)
  • Bad color (1)
  • Delayed shifting at times (1)
  • Front derailer (1)
  • Front wheel squeaks (1)
  • Heavy (1)
  • I didn't get it sooner (1)

Best Uses

  • Casual riding (48)
  • Good for commuting (28)
  • Serious training (22)
  • Climbing (21)
  • Racing (14)
  • Sprinting (12)
  • Serious racing or training (5)
  • Long-distance rides (3)
  • Exercising (2)
  • Training (2)
 
 
 
Specification Description
Model 2008_1401000
UPC 745889502244
Brakeset Alloy dual pivot w/Shimano 2203 STI levers
Cassette SRAM 850 12-26, 8 speed
Crank Bontrager Sport 50/39/30
Fork Bontrager Approved, carbon
Frame Alpha White Aluminum
Front Derailleur Shimano 2203
Handlebars Bontrager Select VR, 31.8mm
Headset Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Model Year 2008
Pedals Nylon body w/alloy cage; clips and straps
Rear Derailleur Shimano Sora
Saddle Bontrager Race Basic
Seat Post Bontrager Carbon
Shifters Shimano 2203 STI, 8 speed
Sizes 43, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62cm
Stem Bontrager Select, 7 degree, 31.8mm
Tires Bontrager Select, 700x25c (43cm: 650x25c)
Wheels Alloy hubs; Alex alloy rims w/eyelets

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Last update: Oct 24, 2009

Trek 1.2 Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
The best entry level bike I have ridden

"Last month I purchased a Trek 7.2 FX and I totally love it. Since purchasing it, I wanted more, and a road bike was the only route to go. I test rode Bianchi, Lemond, Cervelo, Blue, Cannondale, Raleigh, and more. None of them felt as good as the Trek 1.2 to me, the Bianchi was the closest though and was the one I was going to purchase since it was on sale for $699. But there she was (yes my bike is a she, nothin..." Read Full Review »

Jul 20, 2008 by Richie

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Nice Bike

"I bought this bike a couple weeks ago and have put some good miles on it so far. For the money you can't really go wrong. You will have to spend just about the same on any other entry level road bike. The one complaint I have is the components. I know [$] doesn't get close to "top of the line" components, but in my opinion you should at least get components that are solid. My ten year old mountain bike shift..." Read Full Review »

Sep 15, 2007 by Cyclist 07

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[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Trek 1.2 Review

The best entry level bike I have ridden

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Absorbs Shock Well
  • Comfortable
  • Good Geometry
  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Climbing
  • Commuting
  • Racing
  • Serious Training
  • More »
 

"Last month I purchased a Trek 7.2 FX and I totally love it. Since purchasing it, I wanted more, and a road bike was the only route to go. I test rode Bianchi, Lemond, Cervelo, Blue, Cannondale, Raleigh, and more. None of them felt as good as the Trek 1.2 to me, the Bianchi was the closest though and …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 20 2008
Richie
Chicago, IL
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  • Avid Cyclist
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[9 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

Trek 1.2 Review

Good all-around road bike.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Good Geometry
  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Commuting
 

"I've commuted by bike around Toronto, Canada for over 10 years now. After owning one for about a month, I can say I really like the 1.2.



Positive things:

Toe clips are excellent for those people who don't like clipless pedals. I don't like clipless pedals.



Two water bottle cages are very hand …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 13 2008
TDR
Toronto, Canada
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  • Avid Cyclist
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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Trek 1.2 Review

A GREAT BEGGINERS BIKE!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Absorbs Shock Well
  • Comfortable
  • Fast and easy to move
  • Good Geometry
  • Great Components
  • More »

    Cons

  • None I've Found

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Commuting
 

"I just got into this sport, and this bike is AWSOME! I bought a Trek 7.2 FX and hated it. Three days later I took it back and exchanged it for this Trek 1.2. Now [...] it is all worth every penny! This bike set up is perfect for your average begginer and works great. I've had it for 2 days now and p …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 10 2007
Sparkx
Rockledge Florida
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  • Avid Cyclist
  • Casual/ Recreational
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[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Trek 1.2 Review

Nice Bike

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable

    Cons

  • Poor Components

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
 

"I bought this bike a couple weeks ago and have put some good miles on it so far. For the money you can't really go wrong. You will have to spend just about the same on any other entry level road bike. The one complaint I have is the components. I know [$] doesn't get close to "top of the line" co …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 15 2007
Cyclist 07
Massachusetts
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Trek 1.2 Review

Great bike

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Good Geometry
  • Handles Well
  • Lightweight
  • Speedy

    Cons

  • None for the money

    Best Uses

  • Commuting
  • Long-distance rides
 

"Upgraded from trek 7200 hybrid to this, my first road bike. Did not have the comfort of the hybrid, but I would not expect it to. I have had it just over a month and put over 800 miles on it commuting and some 50 mile rides. Bought it really to cut the time on my commutes, but it has done so much …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 17 2008
woowoo
Muskegon, MI
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  • Casual/ Recreational
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