From humble beginnings in 1976 Trek started crafting high performance steel touring frames in a rented in Waterloo, Wisconsin, USA. Now Trek is a global brand that produces quality bikes seen on the international stage. The Trek 850 Mountain Track was released in their Sport Range in the mid 90’s. Known for the durable construction and road tested geometry with high quality components that provide consistent performance and value for entry level road riders.
90s Trek 26″ mountain bike to gravel style conversion
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Easy checklist for basic bike maintenance
This is a checklist for a basic maintenance service for your (vintage) bike. If the bike is fine but it has been a while since it was last serviced, these are the steps I recommend.
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How to restore your first vintage bike
Vintage road bikes not only look cool, restoring an old bike is also more sustainable (and more fun) than getting a new bike. Not to mention the reward of saving something from going to landfill.
Do you want to restore an old bike but have no idea where to start? Here are some tips to get started.
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10 Reasons to get a vintage bicycle
Vintage bikes may be the ideal option for you if you’re looking to buy a new bike or are debating whether to restore an old one you found on marketplace or at a local garage sale.
Aside from looking cool, there are some practical reasons to get a vintage bicycle. There are various practical reasons why they are an appealing choice for if you’re looking for an affordable, durable and reliable option. We’ll explore some reasons why opting for a vintage bike can be a smart choice.
This post talks about vintage bikes in general and there are always going to be exceptions. You might encounter a rare part that even your local bike mechanic hasn’t seen before, but that just adds to the fun.
