Trek Shift 3
2016
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Description
Trek's elegant Shift 3 is sure to draw compliments as you spin down the street. Its laid back aluminum frame and adjustable stem put you in a natural, upright riding position that's tailored just to you. The ride is smooth, stable and confidence inspiring, perfect for riders just back into the game. And, its suspension fork, shock-absorbing seatpost and comfortable saddle smooth the bumps for the most comfort you can have off the couch. Plus, this great bike sports a 24-speed drivetrain that tops hills with ease and powerful linear-pull brakes for the ride back down. With heavy-duty wheels and reliable components, the Shift 3 is ready to roll day in and day out!
Consumer Reviews
Pros
- Durable (17)
- Versatile (15)
- Lightweight (12)
- Comfortable (4)
- Comfort (3)
- Easy to ride (2)
Cons
- None yet (2)
- Need more color options
- Need More Colors
- More Colors For Females
- Seat Could Be More Comfor
- Needs A Higher Top Gear
Best Uses
- Commuting/City (12)
- Road Biking (11)
- Mountain Biking (5)
- Exercise (2)
- Commuting (2)
- Around town (2)
Sep 20, 2015
- Pros:
- Lightweight, Easy riding, Durable, Versatile, Very comfortable
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Road Biking, Trail riding, Commuting/City
I have been riding a Trek Single Track for the last 23 years. I am now 68 years old and I still like to ride, but I needed a more comfortable riding position (more upright), so I did some research and found the Trek Shift 3. I went to my local Trek dealer and I tried the bike and really liked it. I ride about an hour to an hour and half a day and this bike is perfect for that. It is nice to have a front shock and a shock under the saddle. The 24 speed shifters provide plenty of range in the gears to handle any kind of slope you will encounter. The frame is stiff, and delivers plenty of power directly to the wheels. Overall this is a great bike.
Jul 11, 2015
- Pros:
- Durable, Takes The Trail Great, Comfort, Easy On Old Men
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Mountain Biking, Rail trails, Road Biking
Replace my old Cannondaie. I was looking for simplicity and comfort and found it.
May 13, 2015
- Pros:
- Versatile, Lightweight, Durable, East To Shift, Comfortable
- Cons:
- None
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City, Exercise
I compared Trek to other brands and for the money I think its a great bike. I have been out of biking for a number of years, and this bike is making it easy for me to get back in and enjoy riding. I am using for exercise and leisurely riding.
Mar 02, 2015
- Pros:
- Strong, Stable, Solid, Pretty in black
- Cons:
- none
- Best Uses:
- Light trails, Paseos, City, Paved Bike Path
First new bike in over 10 years. Bought a comfort bike since I am 5' 10" and 250 pounds. Awesome bike! Super comfortable and nice, upright riding position. No neck or back discomfort whatsoever. Suspension and seat post shocks smooth out the bumps along with the 26 inch tires. No complaints at all. Very happy with purchase. Easy and enjoyable to ride. Can't go wrong with this one.
Dec 26, 2014
- Pros:
- Versatile, Durable
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Road Biking
My wife and I both bought new bikes for Christmas. Our old bikes were good in their day but the Trek is absolutely an amazing bike. We can't get over the ease of pedalling and the click shift is smooth. We love our new bikes and as casual riders, ride approximately 10 miles a day. The Trek is a wonderful bike.
Nov 06, 2014
- Pros:
- Easy to ride, Dependable, Great quality, Good Value, Comfortable
- Cons:
- Need more color options
- Best Uses:
I bought a His and Hers for my wife and I. I'm now 60 and wife is 53. We've owned several Treks and have always been impressed with the quality. The Shift lineup is a great all around bike for those of us that are not into marathon rides. We can ride a few miles, enjoy ourselves, and get the exercise we need. These bikes are very stable and very easy to ride. We look forward to many years of use and enjoyment from these. Great job Trek.
Aug 20, 2014
- Pros:
- Style, Versatile, Durable
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City
I had a trek navigator 2.0. This bike is a big step up. The speed shifters are much better than pistol shifters. Better wheels and tires. I haven't filled up in a month of service. The navigator required weekly. Lock out fork is a must for the road. The grip significantly reduce hand pain. Get the 3.0 over the 2.0. The shift 2.0 in very similar to the navigator 2.0. This bike is way more comfy than my trek 1.1 road bike but about .5 kph slower
Aug 14, 2014
- Pros:
- Versatile, Durable, Lightweight
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
Bought stand for inside rainy days and still ride! Wife uses it too!
Jul 24, 2014
- Pros:
- Versatile, Durable, Easy To Take Apart
- Cons:
- Need More Colors
- Best Uses:
- Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Commuting/City
I use my bike for everything. I don't own a car, this bike is my all. I should have bought a trek a long time ago.
Jul 09, 2014
- Pros:
- Great Shifters, Versatile, Lightweight, Durable
- Cons:
- None yet
- Best Uses:
- Just Nice For Slow Scenic, Commuting/City
All around fun durable bike
Jun 25, 2014
- Pros:
- Lightweight, Durable, Versatile
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City
I like the uprite seating and light weight, peddles easily even up hills. A great all around recreational bike.
Jun 25, 2014
- Pros:
- Lightweight, Versatile, Durable
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Road Biking
I currently live in 2 States. Florida and New Jersey. In 2010 I purchased a Navigator 2 in FL and have literately worn the tires and chain off of that bike. Loving it so much, when I returned to NJ, my wife bought me a Shift 3 for my birthday.
I wanted a new motorcycle, but she gifted me with a bike with no motor instead. She said that this one is healthier for me.
I've had to add a riser pipe to the handlebar to accommodate my young 65 year-body.
Did I tell you that I'm loving my Shift 3 bike?
I guess a new motorcycle will have to wait!
Jun 19, 2014
- Pros:
- Like The Shock Absorbers, Versatile, Lightweight, Durable
- Cons:
- More Colors For Females
- Best Uses:
- Road Biking, Jordan River Parkway
We purchased two trek shift 3 bikes, a his and a hers. We are satisfied.
May 13, 2014
- Pros:
- Click Shift, Durable, 24 Speed, Versatile, Cool color, Ergo Grips, Lightweight
- Cons:
- None
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City, Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Rail trail
After over 20 years with a Trek 830 Antelope this was a nice change. While the 830 held up fantastic, I needed a more upright riding position. My wife has a Navigator 2 and I just picked up a Shift 3 about a month ago. We ride about 500 miles per year on rail trails and country roads in our area. Love to take them camping as well. I have 35 miles on right now due to cool windy temps when I got the bike. So far it is GREAT! Highly recommend this bike.
Apr 07, 2014
- Pros:
- Most Comfortable, Lightweight, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile
- Cons:
- Seat Post Lock
- Best Uses:
- Trails Gravel Asphalt, Commuting/City
Plan to use for commuting to the store, kids soccer games, trail riding(gravel and asphalt). I just want to enjoy the ride, look around and where my bottom and wrists don't ache after an hour of pedaling. I put on 25 miles the first day of use and it was very enjoyable.
Apr 07, 2014
- Pros:
- Lightweight, Durable, Versatile, Joy To Ride
- Cons:
- Seat Could Be More Comfor
- Best Uses:
- Mountain Biking, Commuting/City, Road Biking
I wanted to get back on a bike again. I went out shopping and found this bike. I was absolutely amazed at how it handled and road. It is a pleasure to ride and the shifting is outstanding. This bike looks and performs great. I love riding it. I am going to buy one for my wife.
Mar 18, 2014
- Pros:
- Durable, Fun To Ride, Versatile, Lightweight, Great Handling, Shifts great
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Road Biking, Commuting/City, Mountain Biking
I love this bike. I am trying to lose some weight and get myself back into shape. The price on this bike was the most I have ever spent on a Bike but I feel that it is worth the price I paid. I use it on our local bike trail and it preformes well on the dirt and street alike. It rides well and handles well. The finger/thumb shifters are a joy to use. I love it.
Mar 12, 2014
- Pros:
- Durable, Solid construction, Very Easy To Ride
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City, Road Biking
After not riding for many years it was easy to ride this bike. Felt very stable.Very comfortable.
Nov 09, 2013
- Pros:
- Just A Fantastic Bike, Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Commuting/City, Road Biking
I'M A BIG GUY WHO NEEDED SOMETHING WELL BUILT TO CONTINUE MY WEIGHT LOSS AND COULDN'T HAVE FOUND A BETTER AVENUE FOR THAT IN MY TREK SHIFT 3. IT RIDES EXCELLENT, HANDLES GREATS AND HAVE HAD MANY COMPLIMENTS ON IT'S LOOKS AND BUILD. WEST MICH. BIKE HAS BEEN EXCELLENT ON SERVICE, TOO. I REALLY ENJOY RIDING IT AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS AND WHEN WE ARE CAMPING. SURFACED, GRAVEL, OR DIRT ROADS ARE NO PROBLEM. HAVEN'T TRIED IT AS A TRAIL OR MOUNTAIN BIKE AS THAT'S NOT MY INTEREST. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT TO ANYBODY.
Oct 27, 2013
- Pros:
- Comfortable ride, upright position, Kick stand, Easy to Shift, Smooth
- Cons:
- none
- Best Uses:
- City Neighborhood Trail
I had two hybrids, neither of which I felt totally comfortable with. The Shift 3 is a dream. I can ride anywhere in comfort, even for 10+ miles. The fat tires make it versatile on different types of pavements.
Specifications
- Frame
- Trek Alpha Gold aluminum
- Fork
- SR SunTour NEX MLO w/lockout, 50mm-travel
- Rims/Wheels
- Heavy duty aluminum
- Hubs
- Front: Formula; Rear: Shimano RM60
- Tires
- Bontrager H5 Hardcase, 26 x 2.0
- Crankset
- SR SunTour NEX
- Chainrings
- 48/38/28
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Altus
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano, 8-speed: 11-32
- Shifters
- Shimano EF65
- Handlebars
- Aluminum
- Tape/Grips
- Bontrager Satellite Elite, lock-on ergonomic
- Stem
- Aluminum, adjustable-rise
- Brake Levers
- Shimano EF65
- Brakes
- Tektro linear-pull
- Pedals
- Wellgo nylon platform
- Saddle
- Bontrager Suburbia w/gel
- Seatpost
- Aluminum suspension