Trek Madone 5.2 2012 Review
One of the main reasons for Trek’s global appeal is their dedication to redesigning and improving their ranges each year and 2012 is no different.
Part of their race performance group Trek explains that the Madone 5.2 provides riders with ‘true pro-level performance’. With the frame constructed using Trek’s 500 series OCLV carbon, a combination of the best carbon fibre available in the US, the Madone 5.2 possesses an unbelievable level of strength, rigidity and lightness ensuring this bike stands apart from other carbon models offered by other manufacturers. The inclusion of Trek’s carbon BB90 further increases the strength, rigidity and lightness of Madone 5.2 frame helping riders to reach faster speeds more easily. While Trek’s revolutionary H2 fit design guarantees the Madone 5.2 retains is race centric feel, but by raising the head tube slightly this H2 fit reduces the amount of strain placed on a rider’s neck and back increasing the overall level of comfort of this bike. This focus on comfort can also be seen in the Ride Tuned seatmast, the lightest and most comfortable option available on the market, it not only increases the overall comfort of the bike but Trek promises is can help improve a riders performance.
Other features that help create the racing feel of this model include the Bontrager Race X Lite carbon fork with E2 carbon steerer. The carbon fork effectively absorbs road anomalies, while the tapered steerer increases the stiffness of the fork to provide impeccable handling. The premium Shimano Ultegra and 105 drivetrain components ensure pro-level lightweight, smooth shifting, braking and quick acceleration, while the Bontrager features create a comfortable, durable bike. Integrated cable management and Di2 optimisation ensures the Madone 5.2 has a clean, aerodynamic design. Trek promise that the Madone 5 series provides uncompromising performance, class-leading technology at an affordable price and looking at the specifications of this bike it’s clear that Trek have delivered this promise on the Madone 5.2.
Trek Madone 5.2
Rating by Adam Samuel: stars £££
Written by: Quatos