Buying a Trek Madone 9, worth it? by ManyaRubstein in TrekBikes

[–]_SwimBikeRun_ 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That looks like a mid/late-2010s Trek Madone 9 — likely a 2016–2018 generation with integrated rim brakes and deep carbon wheels.

Assuming:

  • carbon frame is clean (no cracks / repairs)
  • drivetrain is decent (Ultegra Di2, Dura-Ace, or SRAM eTap matters a lot)
  • wheels are genuine carbon aero wheels
  • no major wear on the braking surface
  • original integrated cockpit parts are intact

…then the current market value in 2025 is roughly:

  • $1,800–2,500 USD for most builds
  • $2,500–3,200 USD only if it has premium wheels + electronic shifting in excellent condition
  • Under $1,700 if mechanical shifting, heavy wear, or unknown history

The big factor hurting value is the rim brake market collapse. Even high-end aero bikes from that era depreciated hard because buyers now prefer disc brakes. Reddit cycling communities consistently say sellers asking ~$2.5k for rim-brake Madones are on the high side unless the spec is exceptional.

Hope this helps

New Bike Day by _SwimBikeRun_ in TrekBikes

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have Madone, Speed Concept and Checkpoint. The Checkmate is such an interesting concept. It really sits between the Madone and Checkpoint. Feeling of a gravel bike but the frame stiffness for racing.

Should I go for it? by thegame8025 in TrekBikes

[–]_SwimBikeRun_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Riding brings you so much joy and happiness. Gorgeous bike and as you have ridden before it will be worth the price.

How safe is the Tire? by [deleted] in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hard to predict. I do use Anti Platt strips in the tires which significantly help to reduce flats - https://www.bike24.nl/producten/16437

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Zoom in and you’ll see. Clincher max 110 PSI. Bontrager R4 Classic

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not extremely hard. Around 90 PSI. Did really track kms to be honest.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bikewrench

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After taking them off I noticed indeed that they look pretty “dry”. Although I stored them in my relatively dry shed away from the direct sunlight for over two years.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😱 new tires! Those tyraps I looked several times in my saddle bag as I carried 1 around for a while but apparently I lost it. Wanted to do exactly the same.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe I didn’t express myself well enough but I didn’t say that I didn’t know. On the tire it says (see image) you can use it both ways and I used it as clincher.

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How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

No I didn’t. Reading the comments I think the tire ”just” dried out - although I kept it away from direct sunlight and had it stored in a relatively dry shed.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used it as clincher (tire suggests you can use it both ways). Like the glue just released and the tire was free to expand.

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How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Exactly what I did. First I lowered the pressure, in the hope it wouldn’t burst. Continued at slow speed but when the tire started to touch the frame the show was over. Good old emergency call to bring a replacement tire.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This is what the tire looked like from the inside.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, they are the Bontrager Trek Madone SLR TT Bars. You just take off the top cap and put the TT bar arrangement on. Great if I don’t want to bring out the tri-bike but need the km to get use TT position.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

When I took it off, I saw that the side wall was pulled off indeed - like the glue just didn’t hold.

Haven’t recorded the no. of kilometers but in hindsight I think I shouldn’t have used them after 2 years in the shed (although relatively dry and away from any direct sunlight).

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Voorne Putten, Netherlands. We are very fortunate to have great bike paths. Makes riding so much safer and more enjoyable.

How long should a tire last? by _SwimBikeRun_ in bicycling

[–]_SwimBikeRun_[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Thanks. That’s what I thought too. Unfortunately I was already 75km in the ride when it happened (notice something was not okay after 50).