Publication-Bicycling

Date-October 2001

Findings:

  • "PROFILE Extremely affordable road bike"
  • "BEST THING ABOUT THIS BIKE This is about as low as you can go price-wise and still land a serious road bike
  • "WORST THING The hardly plush ride"
  • "TECHNOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE The Trek 1000 comes with a 24-speed drivetrain, integrated brake/shift levers, tips the scales at less than 24 pounds and, with the exception of clipless pedals and bottle cages, has everything you could want. Just 10 years ago you'd have paid 3 to 4 times as much for the same features-and gotten a heavier bike"

Publication-Bicycling

Title-THE BEST DEALS in Cycling: $550 ALL-AROUND ROAD BIKE UNDER $600: TREK 1000

Date-March 2003

Findings:

  • "Look past the stunning paint job and other aesthethics such as the real head-tube badge (instead of a decal)-the substantive details make this bike a steal"
  • "Oversized aluminum frame, 24-speed drivetrain with Shimano Sora derailleurs and Suntour triple-ring crankset, anatomic-cut comfort saddle and up-spec Trek-house-brand Bontrager stem, seatpost, and tires."
  • "For fitness, riding, centuries, charities rides or serious play on weekends, here's your bike."
  • "Customize with a flat bar for an upcharge of $49, or with women's-specific geometry."

Publication-Bicycling

Title-Trek 1000 $630 GREAT VALUE

Date-April 2005

Findings:

  • "Solid, sportry and no nonsense, like a cousin from the Midwest
  • "DOWN THE MIDDLE: With its traditional geometry and typical but proven parts, the Trek 1000 is a square deal for cyclists who think those new standout "comfort" and "race" features are hogwash."
  • "WIDE RANGE: The eight standard sizes and five women sizes make you likely to find a good fit."

Publication-Bicycling

Title-Trek 1000 BEST BEGINNER ROAD BIKE

Date-April 2005

Findings:

  • "WHY IT WON: The trek served up so much of the quick, zippy feel of more expensive bikes that two testers asked if the 1000 was in the right category. The major components might be similiar to the competition, but the complete package simply has the most get-up-and-go. "This is a spirited, fast bike with a racy demeanor you'd never expect for so few beans," said one tester." "It's more responsive and aggressive, which also makes the handling a little more difficult for the beginner-it's the bike for the beginner who wants to grow," commented another.

Publication-Bicycling

Title:THE BEST $700 BIKE WE HAVE EVER RIDDEN

Date-April 2007

Findings:

  • "RIDES LIKE IT COSTS MORE: When we tested the Trek 1000 last year, we discovered that its Alpha SL aluminum frame delivered a far more refined ride than that of some equally priced bikes, and some that cost hundreds more."
  • "DETAILS: The 25c tires have taller, more bump absorbing sidewalls (the carbon seatposts and fork help smooth the ride too); fat tires as an add on would cost you at least $50."
  • "RACY FAST: In tests, we like the 1000's classic race geometry, which feels faster because it is. But the bike still has a 17 degrees rise stem, so you are not crouched down uncomfortably far.