REVIEWING THE TREK 520 TOURING CASSETTE—AFTER 12,000 KMS

REVIEWING THE TREK 520 TOURING CASSETTE
—AFTER 12,000 KMS

After purchasing the 2018 TREK 520 which had a 11-32 rear cassette by Shimano, I immediately
changed the rear cassette to a 11-34 upgrade.

This is what I learned after 12,000 Kms.

Note: The TREK 520 is considered the "Cadillac of Touring Bicycles" with it's heavy steel frame, and long wheel base
designed for comfort and heavy loads for thousands of kilometers.

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TREK 520 STATS:

2018 Model:
Cassette: Shimano HG50, 11-32, 9 speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore
Crank: Shimano Trekking M591 48/36/26 w/chainguard

2021 Model:
Cassette: Shimano HG200, 11-36, 9 speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Alivio M4000, long cage, 36T max cog
Crank: Shimano Alivio T4060, 48/36/26, 2-piece w/chain guard, 175mm length

Read Mitch's blog from his 2019 Trans America Bicycle Tour here:

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