Trek Dual Sport 2 Gen 4

The 2022 Trek Dual Sport 2 Gen 4 is a versatile bike designed for a variety of terrains. Priced at 724 EUR, it offers a solid spec and high-quality components that are suitable for both daily commuting and occasional off-road adventures.

The frame is made from Alpha Gold aluminium and features a curved top tube and internal cable routing. It is also DuoTrap S-compatible and comes with rack and mudguard eyelets, as well as a post-mount disc brake mount and a kickstand mount. The maximum load capacity is 136 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 13 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes at the front and rear, ensuring reliable and controlled stops. The gear system is controlled by Shimano Altus M2010 shifters with 9 speeds, supported by a Shimano Acera T3000 front derailleur. The fork is an SR Suntour NEX with a steel spring, adjustable spring preload and hydraulic lockout, as well as 63 mm of travel.

The pedals are Wellgo M141 with a synthetic resin body and an aluminium cage. The crankset is made of forged aluminium with a chain guard and a crank arm length of 170 mm. The sealed cartridge bottom bracket measures 68 mm. The cassette is a Shimano HG200 with a 9-speed range of 11–36 teeth, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars are aluminium Bontrager bars, 600 mm wide with a 15 mm rise. The grips are Bontrager Satellite. The stem is a Bontrager Comp, Blendr-compatible, with a length of 70 mm and a 7-degree angle. The headset is a threadless, sealed compact bearing unit with a size of 1 1/8".

The tyres are Bontrager GR1 Comp, size 700 x 40, fitted to a wheelset comprising Formula aluminium hubs and Bontrager Connection rims. The saddle is a Bontrager Sport, fitted to a Bontrager aluminium seatpost with a 12 mm offset and a length of 330 mm.

The bike’s geometry comprises a reach of 41 mm, a stack of 60 mm, a seat tube length of 38 mm, a top tube length of 58 mm, a head tube angle of 70 degrees and a seat tube angle of 74 degrees. The head tube length is 12 mm, the chainstay length is 46 mm, the standover height is 67 mm and the wheelbase measures 110 mm.

In summary, the Trek Dual Sport 2 Gen 4 offers a balanced combination of comfort, durability and versatility at an attractive price.