{"id":45823,"date":"2023-01-20T13:37:49","date_gmt":"2023-01-20T12:37:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=713774"},"modified":"2023-01-20T14:34:47","modified_gmt":"2023-01-20T13:34:47","slug":"treks-new-dual-sport-bridges-the-gap-between-tarmac-and-trail-but-dont-call-it-a-gravel-bike","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/treks-new-dual-sport-bridges-the-gap-between-tarmac-and-trail-but-dont-call-it-a-gravel-bike\/","title":{"rendered":"Trek\u2019s new Dual Sport bridges the gap between tarmac and trail (but don\u2019t call it a gravel bike)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Oscar Huckle\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 20 January 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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The fifth-generation Trek Dual Sport range features a redesigned frame, prioritising capability and on-bike storage.<\/p>\n

The hybrid bike<\/a> is positioned as a mid-way point between a road bike<\/a> and a gravel bike<\/a>, with increased tyre clearance and updated, upright geometry to suit.<\/p>\n

There will be three models in the range \u2013 the Dual Sport 1, 2 and 3. The 2 and 3 will also be offered in \u2018Stagger\u2019 variants, which feature a step-through frame. The Stagger models do not appear to be available in the USA at the time of writing.<\/p>\n

Pricing starts from \u00a3690 \/ $749.99 \/ \u20ac749 for the Dual Sport 1, rising to \u00a31,110 \/ $1,049.99 \/ \u20ac1,199 for the Dual Sport 3 and Dual Sport 3 Stagger. Full availability is to be confirmed.<\/p>\n

Rigid fork and 27.5in wheels<\/h2>\n
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The Dual Sport strikes a different silhouette compared to its predecessor.<\/span><\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Trek has removed the suspension fork found on the outgoing Dual Sport range, now opting for a rigid fork.<\/p>\n

The fork features mounting points for a low-rider front rack. The fork is manufactured from steel on the Dual Sport 1, alloy on the Dual Sport 2 and carbon fibre on the Dual Sport 3.<\/p>\n

The carbon fibre fork on the 3-series bikes is said to save 1.9kg over the previous Dual Sport 3\u2019s suspension fork. Trek claims it better absorbs surface vibrations, reducing fatigue and boosting comfort.<\/p>\n

Trek is moving away from the 700 x 40c tyres found on the previous Dual Sport to 27.5x2in tyres. The brand says the 27.5in wheels<\/a> better soak up potholes and rough roads, and improve traction. This is also its maximum clearance with and without mudguards<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Nods to versatility<\/h2>\n
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The Dual Sport can accept everything from frame bags, front and rear racks, and mudguards to a kickstand.<\/span><\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Trek has also included mounting points under the top tube for its Bontrager Adventure Boss frame bag.<\/p>\n

Like the bike\u2019s previous incarnation, the Dual Sport 2 and 3 include dynamo lights<\/a>, a rear pannier rack and a kickstand<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Trek advises the included rack is not compatible with a child\u2019s bike seat<\/a> due to the 25kg maximum weight rating. However, it says you can use a bike trailer<\/a>, provided there is enough axle thread\/nut engagement if using an axle-mounted hitch.<\/p>\n

Frame details<\/h2>\n
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The rigid fork is paired with Trek\u2019s Alpha Gold Aluminium frame.<\/span><\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The new Dual Sport retains its Alpha Gold Aluminium frame construction.<\/p>\n

The Dual Sport 3 Equipped Stagger is claimed to weigh 14.1kg in a size large.<\/p>\n

Trek has also made revisions to the cable routing. The previous Dual Sport had cables routed internally through ports in the down tube.<\/p>\n

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The gear cables and hydraulic hoses are swallowed into the head tube. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Some models come with dynamo hubs. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The new Dual Sport moves to flat-mount disc brakes. <\/span> <\/figcaption> Trek Bicycles<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

The new Dual Sport sees the cables entering the head tube and passing through the upper-headset bearing. Trek says this is to reduce maintenance while making the bike\u2019s appearance sleeker.<\/p>\n

The Dual Sport now accepts flat-mount disc brakes over the post-mount variant found on the previous model and has a 68mm threaded bottom bracket shell.<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n

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