Originally Posted by
will015
So for those that understand front end geometry better than myself, does trek's 69 degree head tube angle and 8.1cm of trail make sense for a front load?
Strangely, no. Trail on traditional randoneur bikes with the front racks was I believe 3.5-4.5cm. The Belleville's at 8.1 cm is greater than the road bike average of 5-6cm. I'm not an expert either so maybe someone else here can explain this.
I want to like this bike as it appears to have been named after the city I live in.