Machinery Row Bicycles

Commuting doesn’t have to mean getting a road bike, until you have one-way 12-mile commute. With hills. If you encounter rain, hard braking can be tricky, too. The 2009 Trek Portland is a solution to all those situations. A light Alpha “black” aluminum frame and Bontrager Satellite carbon fork reduce the weight, while Shimano R505 disc brakes make for predicable stopping power in the rain. The 27-speed Shimano STI drivetrain with a Shimano 105 rear derailleur gives quick and accurate shifting in tight traffic situations. Acceleration away from a stoplight is crucial, so Bontrager’s Select Disc road wheels keep the rotating weight down. The tires aren’t super-skinny racing tires, but are instead 28mm wide Bontrager “Hardcase” rubber for improved pavement contact and puncture resistance. The saddle, seatpost, stem and handlebar are also Bontrager components. A set of quick release “bayonet"-style fenders complete the package. The Trek Portland is available in sizes 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, and 63cm.