Thoughts on a Trek Modane Gen 4 5.2 road bike?

I know this doesn't answer your question, but I've got a Trek Dual-Sport2 I bought last year and the quality is superb. I couldn't imagine a bike being built better.

I would get a tri bike instead of a road bike if you are going to be doing triathlon. If you think this will be a one and done I would get a road bike. For this frame specifically, I wouldn’t pay more than $1000 given its extremely outdated at this point.

I take it you mean Ultegra mechanical (10x2)? Does it have a power meter? Not likely based on the age and price, but I thought I would ask.

Used bike prices right now are dropping, as are new bike prices (despite the tariff hand-wringing and a little leveling out).

I was going to suggest you look at Buycycle, Pinkbike, and Ebay to gauge the value of what you were looking at. I looked and $1,000 with a trainer doesn't seem terrible if it's in good shape. I would have your local bike shop do a detailed servicing to make sure the frame and all wear items are in order. But I expect if you really get into riding (or triathlon) you will want to upgrade quickly to something more modern with an electronic groupset, a power meter, deep carbon wheels, etc., and that Madone will be a good secondary bike or one to leave on the trainer.

I started really riding last summer to prepare for my first sprint tri. My first "real" bike was a size 56 2017 Felt FRD that was marginally too big. I upgraded at the end of last year to a size 54 Specialized Tarmac SL8 (got a great deal). I have increased my riding greatly, and though I will probably do one or two sprints this year, cycling has become a focus for now. Make sure to find a good group ride around you. You will meet some folks who likely will be happy to give you pointers on the sport, teach you race craft and fueling, and give you a bunch of shite when you get dropped.

Correct 10x2 Upgegra.it does have a Duotrap meter.


Yeah this is my starter. If I decide triathlons are a norm I’ll upgrade. And I’m only doing a half tri.

But very excited I found this bike at this price. It will be a fun journey.

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It’s a 2014. I as well couldn’t find the term gen 4 either tbh. Regardless it’s in pristine condition and very little wear aesthetically as well. It’s rim brake.

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I wouldn’t say you got totally hosed, but $900 is a little steep for a 10 year old rim brake bike. $700 would’ve been fair, maybe still on the higher side.

But if it fits and it’s in good shape and you like it, that is all that matters.

They seemed to be all around that price or higher. I mean I needed a bike.

Original Campy groupset? In celeste?

Not gonna lie: I've toyed with the idea of finding a Trek Emonda SLR 10. The lightest production bike ever made, weighing in at just over 10lbs. I'm sure it wouldn't hold any speed on the flats, but you could climb like a mountain goat.

That is an awesome bike. How long did it take to refurb? How often do you ride it? It is beautiful.

Here’s my Felt. It was my first “real” bike. I’ve thought about trying to sell it, but then I ride it again and I’m like “nah.”



Better shot in the sun showing the checkerboard carbon:

That’s a quick refurb on a classic. That thing is going to turn some heads.

As vintage as I want to go is that Trek Emonda SLR 10. I’ll let you know if anyone asks about Campy parts. There are some good forums and sale sites (see above) where you might be able to sell them.

Here’s my rebuilt Trek. The rack has so far proved useless for my needs, so need to ditch it for aesthetic purposes. Only original part is the frame and headset, which I probably should’ve swapped the headset. Still not sure if I’ll keep this bike or not though.