![]() ![]() The TRP mechanical disc brakes also remain unchanged, as well as most of the touch points, including the bar, stem, seatpost, and the Bontrager Affinity Disc wheelset. The 520 Grando is still based around a chromoly steel frame, alloy fork, and quick release skewers with Trek’s thru-skew upfront. Sure, it’s the same frame as the standard Trek 520, but its component list has been completely overhauled and improved upon-the biggest change being the swap to Shimano’s GRX rear derailleur, slightly knobbier 700 x 40mm tires, and a fresh new Nautical Navy paint job. Thankfully, the new Trek 520 Grando addresses some of those issues with a fresh new build kit that caters to rough off-road riding, bikepacking, and randonneuring. It makes a great and versatile bike for commuting, touring, and general two-wheeled tomfoolery, even if the stock build kit isn’t exactly my cup of tea. ![]() Find photos, specs, and the complete build kit here…Īfter building up my custom flat-bar Trek 520 last winter, I’ve become a sucker for interesting 520 builds. New for 2021, the Trek 520 Grando takes the best features of the standard Trek 520 and outfits it for all-road excursions. ![]()
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