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  • We first showed you this over-the-top commuter back in April at Sea Otter but now it has a name (and a part number!): the District Carbon.

    We first showed you this over-the-top commuter back in April at Sea Otter but now it has a name (and a part number!): the District Carbon.

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  • Trek's popular Soho line continues on with simple singlespeed drivetrains plus some additional features like fenders and drum brakes on higher-end models.

    Trek's popular Soho line continues on with simple singlespeed drivetrains plus some additional features like fenders and drum brakes on higher-end models.

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  • The District features a maintenance-free belt drive and color-matched components.

    The District features a maintenance-free belt drive and color-matched components.

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  • The District also comes in green and brown for those seeking a more 'natural' look.

    The District also comes in green and brown for those seeking a more 'natural' look.

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  • Looks like leather and feels like leather…

    Looks like leather and feels like leather…

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  • The Ride+'s LCD display indicates remaining battery charge, boost (or charge) level, and the usual speed and distance functions.

    The Ride+'s LCD display indicates remaining battery charge, boost (or charge) level, and the usual speed and distance functions.

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  • Trek's new Ride+ line features a motorized pedal-assist system from BionX. 20mph has never come so easily.

    Trek's new Ride+ line features a motorized pedal-assist system from BionX. 20mph has never come so easily.

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  • The rechargeable battery pack slots into the proprietary rear rack while the motor is wholly housed within the rear hub.

    The rechargeable battery pack slots into the proprietary rear rack while the motor is wholly housed within the rear hub.

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  • When you hit the rear brake, the system also automatically switches into regenerative mode to help charge the battery on the go.

    When you hit the rear brake, the system also automatically switches into regenerative mode to help charge the battery on the go.

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  • The Gary Fisher Gritty's BMX-inspired styling carries through to the cockpit setup.

    The Gary Fisher Gritty's BMX-inspired styling carries through to the cockpit setup.

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  • The Gritty even features three-piece steel cranks.

    The Gritty even features three-piece steel cranks.

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  • Gary Fisher aims its new Gritty to urban commuters on a tight budget that want a tough-looking machine.

    Gary Fisher aims its new Gritty to urban commuters on a tight budget that want a tough-looking machine.

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  • The Simple City range is also available with a less expensive three-speed internal hub.

    The Simple City range is also available with a less expensive three-speed internal hub.

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  • The Simple City 8's front rack is perfectly sized for two paper grocery bags - or a case of beer laid on its side.

    The Simple City 8's front rack is perfectly sized for two paper grocery bags - or a case of beer laid on its side.

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  • Run errands with style using a new Gary Fisher Simple City 8.

    Run errands with style using a new Gary Fisher Simple City 8.

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  • The Gary Fisher Simple City 8 is styled after Dutch commuters with comfortable upright positioning and included fenders.

    The Gary Fisher Simple City 8 is styled after Dutch commuters with comfortable upright positioning and included fenders.

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  • The Gary Fisher Triton offers fixed or singlespeed (with brakes) flexibilility straight out of the box.

    The Gary Fisher Triton offers fixed or singlespeed (with brakes) flexibilility straight out of the box.

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  • Subtle details add a bit more style.

    Subtle details add a bit more style.

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  • The District line includes chain guards to keep pant legs clean.

    The District line includes chain guards to keep pant legs clean.

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  • The 2nd District bars are decorated with natural cork-colored tape and brown rubber hoods.

    The 2nd District bars are decorated with natural cork-colored tape and brown rubber hoods.

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  • The 2nd District should appeal to urban commuters who are looking to get to their destinations in a hurry but still only want to deal with a single gear.

    The 2nd District should appeal to urban commuters who are looking to get to their destinations in a hurry but still only want to deal with a single gear.

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  • Split dropouts come standard on all Districts so buyers can upgrade to a belt drive later if they so desire.

    Split dropouts come standard on all Districts so buyers can upgrade to a belt drive later if they so desire.

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  • Prefer a flat bar instead? Look to the 3rd District, which is essentially the same machine as the 2nd District but with a more upright position.

    Prefer a flat bar instead? Look to the 3rd District, which is essentially the same machine as the 2nd District but with a more upright position.

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  • Yes, even commuters can have carbon fiber if they want it. For more budget minded consumers, though, there's also an army of aluminum FX models.

    Yes, even commuters can have carbon fiber if they want it. For more budget minded consumers, though, there's also an army of aluminum FX models.

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  • The 7.9 FX's IsoZone elastomer mini-shock takes the sting out of potholes.

    The 7.9 FX's IsoZone elastomer mini-shock takes the sting out of potholes.

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  • The Atwood is part of Trek's new Eco line, which features steel frames, tires made using partially reground rubber and durable components that are easy to recycle.

    The Atwood is part of Trek's new Eco line, which features steel frames, tires made using partially reground rubber and durable components that are easy to recycle.

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  • The Belleville is the most completely equipped bike in the Eco range with lights, fenders and heavy-duty racks as standard equipment.

    The Belleville is the most completely equipped bike in the Eco range with lights, fenders and heavy-duty racks as standard equipment.

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  • Trek designed its Belleville models with a retro flair but also modern features such as generator hubs and drum brakes.

    Trek designed its Belleville models with a retro flair but also modern features such as generator hubs and drum brakes.

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  • The hard plastic Eco grips on the Belleville are designed to be long lasting but are also labeled for easy recycling when they've eventually worn out.

    The hard plastic Eco grips on the Belleville are designed to be long lasting but are also labeled for easy recycling when they've eventually worn out.

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  • The dynamo-powered lights eliminate the need for throwaway batteries.

    The dynamo-powered lights eliminate the need for throwaway batteries.

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  • The Trek Belleville may be mass produced but it boasts a number of visual cues we're more accustomed to seeing at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show.

    The Trek Belleville may be mass produced but it boasts a number of visual cues we're more accustomed to seeing at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show.

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  • The Belleville frames and racks are both powdercoated for a durable finish - plus the overspray can be reclaimed and reused.

    The Belleville frames and racks are both powdercoated for a durable finish - plus the overspray can be reclaimed and reused.

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  • The Belleville one-piece bar and stem includes a built-in stem extension.

    The Belleville one-piece bar and stem includes a built-in stem extension.

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  • The District Carbon's eccentric dropouts are adapted from Trek's ABP mountain bike bits.

    The District Carbon's eccentric dropouts are adapted from Trek's ABP mountain bike bits.

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  • Madison, Wisconsin mayor Dave Cieslewicz gets ready to lead a group ride around the city's network of bike paths.

    Madison, Wisconsin mayor Dave Cieslewicz gets ready to lead a group ride around the city's network of bike paths.

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