10/03/2026
Once in a while, Ideal Bike gets a bike that falls into one (or a couple) of two categories: Orphans and Unicorns! We'll post them as we get a chance.
This week's Orphan: a 2025 Medium Trek Dual Sport 3 Gen 5.
In its final 2025 generation, the Dual Sport was essentially Trek's FX hybrid with one key difference: the FX rolls on 700c x 38c tires, while the Dual Sport uses 650b (27.5") x 50c tires and wheels. That makes it a little smoother on rough surfaces and trails. Think of it as a 90s-style commuter MTB with a more practical wheel size, hydraulic disc brakes, and a carbon fibre fork.
The specs:
Frame: Alpha Gold Aluminum, internal cable routing, rack and fender mounts.
Fork: Lightweight carbon with internal brake routing.
Wheels: 650b (27.5") aluminum rims, tubeless ready.
Tires: Bontrager GR0 Comp, 650 x 50mm, puncture-protected.
Gearing: 1x10 Shimano CUES U6000.
Crankset: Prowheel alloy, 40T narrow-wide chainring.
Cassette: Shimano LINKGLIDE 11-48T.
Brakes: Shimano MT201 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotors.
Weight: About 12.05 kg (26.57 lbs) in Medium
Looking for a practical bike for road, path, light trail, or commuter duty? Look no further.
Normally $1,239.99, our last one is on for $999.99 and includes:
2 years free Anytime Service
Trek lifetime frame warranty
Loyalty Points eligible