Hybrid

FX 2 Disc is a stylish and versatile hybrid bike with disc brakes that let you stop on a dime and ask for change, even when the weather isn't cooperating. Train, commute, or ride for fun with the lightweight Alpha Gold Aluminum frame, 18 speeds, and semi-skinny tires that are fast on the road and stable on loose terrain. It's right for you if... Raining cats and dogs? That doesn't keep you from riding. You want a high-value hybrid bike with the superior all-weather stopping power of disc brakes, plus a lightweight frame and quality parts that will hold up over time. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame with hydraulic disc brakes for all-weather stopping power, a Shimano drivetrain with 18 speeds and a wide range of gearing so you're never pedaling too hard or too soft, and mounts that make it easy to accessorize your ride! The final word FX 2 Disc is a go-anywhere hybrid bike with parts that perform on training rides, trips to the market, or your morning commute. It has endless options for accessories, but what really sets this model apart is the disc brakes, which provide great stopping power in all weather conditions. Why you'll love it - More confident braking means bad weather doesn't have to keep you from enjoying your ride - It's versatile and does whatever you want it to do, whether that's riding for fitness, commuting, or cruising to the farmer's market to pick up groceries - It's easy to accessorize with racks, a kickstand, fenders, lights, and more! - Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by a lifetime warranty and supported by a wide network of retail partners - The cables are routed internally, which protects them from the elements and adds to the bike's sleek look

Verve 2 Disc is a hybrid bike designed for comfort and fun on commutes, cruises, and fitness rides. It has a lot of thoughtful features that make for a confident and comfortable ride, like a suspension seatpost, padded saddle, and disc brakes that perform in any weather. It's right for you if... You're ready to get outside more, and want a hybrid bike with comfort-minded details, a wide range of gears for hills, powerful brakes, and enough versatility to conquer commutes, workouts, and more. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame with mounts for a rack and fenders, a reliable drivetrain with 24-speeds so you'll never have to pedal too hard or too soft, powerful disc brakes, an adjustable stem, a padded saddle, wide tires for extra stability, a road-smoothing suspension seatpost, and a geometry that keeps you in a comfortable, upright riding posture. The final word Verve 2 Disc is a comfortable hybrid with impressive braking power and durable parts that will hold up mile after mile. It's a great bike for a range of recreational riders, from first-timers and commuters to veteran riders looking to get back in the saddle. Why you'll love it - It has a host of design details that make a huge difference in comfort, like a suspension seatpost and adjustable stem - Verve's upright geometry puts you in the perfect position to see the world around you - This bike brings people together—attach a trailer and tow your kids, meet up with friends to cruise the bike path, or commute to the office with coworkers - Disc brakes perform well in any weather, let you slow down or stop faster, and require less effort to activate than rim brakes - Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by Trek's Lifetime warranty, which means you get a companion for life

Verve 2 Disc Lowstep is a hybrid bike designed for comfort and fun on commutes, cruises, and fitness rides. It has a lot of thoughtful features that make for a confident and comfortable ride, like a lowstep geometry that makes it easy to mount and dismount, a suspension seatpost, and disc brakes that perform in any weather. It's right for you if... You're ready to get outside more, and want a hybrid bike with comfort-minded details, a wide range of gears for hills, powerful brakes, and enough versatility to conquer commutes, workouts, and more. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame with mounts for a rack and fenders, a lowstep design that makes it especially easy to mount and dismount, a reliable drivetrain with 24-speeds so you'll never have to pedal too hard or too soft, powerful disc brakes, an adjustable stem, a padded saddle, wide tires for extra stability, a road-smoothing suspension seatpost, and a geometry that keeps you in a comfortable, upright riding posture. The final word Verve 2 Disc Lowstep is a comfortable hybrid with impressive braking power and durable parts that will hold up mile after mile. It's a great bike for a range of recreational riders, from first-timers and commuters to veteran riders looking to get back into the saddle. Why you'll love it - It has a host of design details that make a huge difference in comfort, like a suspension seatpost and adjustable stem - The lowstep frame design makes it easy to get on and off—no need to swing your leg over! - This bike brings people together—attach a trailer and tow your kids, meet up with friends to cruise the bike path, or commute to the office with coworkers - Disc brakes perform well in any weather, let you slow down or stop faster, and require less effort to activate than rim brakes - Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by Trek's Lifetime warranty, which means you get a companion for life

Verve 3 Disc is an easy-riding hybrid bike designed for comfort on roads, paths, and city streets. The highest-end model in the Verve family features an upgraded drivetrain, stable puncture-resistant tires, and vibration-reducing handlebars and grips that make your ride even more comfortable. It's right for you if... You want a bike that will take you wherever you want to go, and keep you comfortable on every ride. You're interested in trying some longer rides for fitness or commuting and want dependable parts and an overall ride quality that makes you smile every time you hop on the saddle. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame with mounts for a rack and fenders, a wide-range Shimano drivetrain with 18 speeds, powerful disc brakes, wide 45c puncture-resistant tires for extra confidence and stability, a road-smoothing suspension seatpost, and an IsoZone handlebar and grips that absorb bumps from the road. The final word The top-shelf model in the Verve family is fast and comfortable. It has a wide range of gearing for whatever climbs you encounter on your ride, disc brakes that stop in any weather, and design details that keep you comfortable on longer fitness rides and commutes. Why you'll love it - This hybrid combines great comfort features with an upgraded road bike-style drivetrain that's lighter and better geared for performance - Verve's upright geometry puts you in the perfect position to see the world around you - This bike brings people together—attach a trailer and tow your kids, meet up with friends to cruise the bike path, or commute to the office with coworkers - Disc brakes perform well in any weather, let you slow down or stop faster, and require less effort to activate than rim brakes - Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by Trek's Lifetime warranty, which means you get a companion for life

Verve 3 Disc Lowstep is an easy-riding hybrid bike designed for comfort on roads, paths, and city streets. The highest-end model in the Verve family features an upgraded drivetrain, stable puncture-resistant tires, and vibration-reducing handlebars and grips that make your ride even more comfortable. Plus, the lowstep design makes this bike super easy to hop on and off. It's right for you if... You want a bike that will take you wherever you want to go, and keep you comfortable on every ride. You're interested in trying some longer rides for fitness or commuting and want dependable parts and an overall ride quality that makes you smile every time you hop on the saddle. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame with mounts for a rack and fenders, a lowstep design that's especially easy to mount and dismount, a wide-range Shimano 18-speed drivetrain, powerful disc brakes, wide 45c puncture-resistant tires for extra confidence and stability, a road-smoothing suspension seatpost, and an IsoZone handlebar and grips that absorb bumps from the road. The final word The top-shelf model in the Verve family is fast and comfortable. It has a wide range of gearing for whatever climbs you encounter on your ride, disc brakes that stop in any weather, and it's equipped with design details that keep you comfortable on longer fitness rides and commutes. Why you'll love it - This hybrid combines great comfort features with an upgraded road bike-style drivetrain that's lighter and better geared for performance - The lowstep frame design makes it easy to get on and off—no need to swing your leg over! - This bike brings people together—attach a trailer and tow your kids, meet up with friends to cruise the bike path, or commute to the office with coworkers - Disc brakes perform well in any weather, let you slow down or stop faster, and require less effort to activate than rim brakes - Like every Trek hybrid, it's backed by Trek's Lifetime warranty, which means you get a companion for life

SPIN WITH A SMILE Everything you need to tap into the pure and simple joy of riding a bike. With its comfortable rider position, 8-speed gearing and wide, smooth-rolling tires, Vida will get you spinning with a smile on your face. It has disc brakes for smooth stopping power, plus a comfortable saddle and grips. Premium Lightweight Alloy Frame - Durable ALUXX aluminum frameset features low step-through design. Integrated Stem - Short stem provides better control. Comfortable Saddle - Selle Royal saddle offers a smooth and pleasant ride. Disc Brakes - Powerful braking performance for maximum control in all conditions. Grippy Tires - High-volume 2.4-inch tires provide a smooth ride experience. Wide Gear Range - 8-speed drivetrain for hilly terrain

The Fairfax is built for the flat-bar fitness road rider with the accessory mounts and gear range for future upgrades. - Series 2 frames feature a 6061 aluminum frame with disc brake mounts, integrated headsets, internal cable routing, and fender and rack mounts. - Disc brakes provide smooth, controlled stopping in all conditions with minimal maintenance.

The Kentfield offers a hybrid blend of speed for efficient riding and the upright and confident position of a mountain bike. With multi-terrain tires and full rack and fender mounts, it's built for short to medium distance commutes and bike path fun rides. The Kentfield adds the possibility of further exploration outside of your regular commutes or path cruising. Wide-range and simple single chainring drivetrains and lightweight Series 1 aluminum frames make the Kentfield a line of comfortable and sporty bikes for an active lifestyle. Series 1 Aluminum Frame The Kentfield features a Series 1 6061 aluminum frame with disc brake mounts and rack and fender eyelets and fast rolling, multi-surface capable 700c wheels. CrMo BMX Inspired Fork The stylish CrMo BMX style fork has straight blades, disc mounts, and BMX inspired dropouts. Hybrid Geometry The Kentfield features upright seated hybrid geometry that mixes the upright position of a mountain bike with the efficiency of a pavement bike. Wide-Range Gearing Wide-range, 1x gearing is simple to use and offers as large if not larger of a gear range than multi-chainring bikes of the past. - Series 1 aluminum frame - Shimano Tourney 1x7 drivetrain - Power CX7 mechanical disc brakes - Marin Adventure Plush saddle

The Kentfield offers a hybrid blend of speed for efficient riding and the upright and confident position of a mountain bike. With multi-terrain tires and full rack and fender mounts, it's built for short to medium distance commutes and bike path fun rides. The Kentfield adds the possibility of further exploration outside of your regular commutes or path cruising. Wide-range and simple single chainring drivetrains and lightweight Series 1 aluminum frames make the Kentfield a line of comfortable and sporty bikes for an active lifestyle. Series 1 Aluminum Frame The Kentfield features a Series 1 6061 aluminum frame with disc brake mounts and rack and fender eyelets and fast rolling, multi-surface capable 700c wheels. CrMo BMX Inspired Fork The stylish CrMo BMX style fork has straight blades, disc mounts, and BMX inspired dropouts. Hybrid Geometry The Kentfield features upright seated hybrid geometry that mixes the upright position of a mountain bike with the efficiency of a pavement bike. Wide-Range Gearing Wide-range, 1x gearing is simple to use and offers as large if not larger of a gear range than multi-chainring bikes of the past. - Series 1 aluminum frame - MicroSHIFT Advent X 1x10 drivetrain - Power CX7 mechanical disc brakes - Marin Adventure Plush saddle

The Terra Linda is built for the flat-bar fitness road rider, commuter, or those looking to take advantage of bike path recreation. It features a lightweight aluminum frame, smooth-riding Chromoly fork, and mounts for adding a rack and fenders. Marin’s sport fitness geometry gives the bike a light and lively feel while maintaining stability and control. Disc brakes provide smooth, controlled stopping power in all conditions with minimal maintenance, while quality Shimano drivetrain components and a wide gear range increase the bike's capability over a variety of terrain. The larger volume tires help smooth out rough roads and up the traction a bit for a more confident ride. The Terra Linda rolls efficiently on 700c double wall rims, completing this durable package that's ready for your next series of road explorations.

Make ordinary trips around town more fun and stylish with Flourish. Easy Breezy The lightweight ALUXX-Grade aluminum frame with a classy step-through design makes zipping around town simple. Comfort Front suspension, a suspension seatpost, and a cushioned spring seat smooth out city bumps for a relaxed yet stable ride. Stylish Versatility Equipped with a chain cover and integrated fenders on select models, this bike blends urban style with a lightweight ease. Why We Love It Flourish FS rides like a dream, thanks to front suspension and a suspension seatpost that smooth out rough roads to keep you comfortably cruising. With a functional yet elegant design and a lightweight aluminum frame that’s designed specifically for women, Flourish FS takes you from the market to the city center with ease. The step-through design makes it quick and easy to hop on and off the bike once you’re at your destination. Select models offer integrated fenders and a full chainguard to protect you from dirt or road debris in any kind of weather, plus baskets and racks to carry your essentials. Flourish FS is a confidence-inspiring city companion designed specifically for women.

Main street, side streets or forest trails. Your choices are limitless with the versatile rove. Comfort Liv’s 3F Design Philosophy and LivRight Sizing, along with the lightweight ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame, create a flawlessly tuned and comfortable ride for women. Confidence Inspiring Flat bars, front suspension, and a low standover height provide generous stability and capable comfort. Versatile Perfect for fitness, commuting and exploration needs alike. Why We Love It Rove is ideal choice for entry-level riders looking for a fitness, recreational or commuting bike that can go on dirt or road riding adventures. Using Liv’s 3F Design Philosophy, it’s constructed with a lightweight ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame with added standover height for stability and confidence. The Rove features a plush suspension fork, which can be locked out for efficiency riding on smooth pavement or flipped open for off-road excursions. Featuring plenty of frame clearance for knobby tires, a low-rise handlebar and a wide range of gears, this bike is a confident choice for weekend exploration. - Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum - Fork: SR Suntour NEX HLO 700C, 63mm , disc - Wheels: Giant GX Disc - Shifters: Shimano FD-M315 - Crankset: Forged Alloy, 30/46

This versatile flat-bar all-rounder can get your legs spinning and motivate you to be active every day. Commute to work, ride to class, find new adventures in your daily routine. With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and high-quality parts that give it a smooth, comfortable ride, the Escape Disc is totally versatile and totally fun to ride. It now features a high-quality alloy fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. Both are great for smoothing out rough roads, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. The disc brakes deliver powerful braking performance in dry or wet conditions, and the 700c wheels with Giant EasyRide Tubeless tires (on select models) keep you rolling with speed, efficiency, and a reduced risk of flats. As an added bonus, there's clearance for larger tires up to 45mm in width, which makes it easier to ride rougher roads. It comes with integrated mounts, so you can customize your ride with racks or fenders. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape Disc is ready to roll. Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, fast-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable Powerful disc brakes and a wide range of gears help you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires feature the Giant EasyRide Tubeless system (on select models). Integrated rack mounts make it easier to carry your daily essentials or load up for weekend adventures.

This versatile flat-bar all-rounder can get your legs spinning and motivate you to be active every day. Commute to work, ride to class, find new adventures in your daily routine. With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and high-quality parts that give it a smooth, comfortable ride, the Escape Disc is totally versatile and totally fun to ride. It now features a high-quality steel fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. Both are great for smoothing out rough roads, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. The disc brakes deliver powerful braking performance in dry or wet conditions, and the 700c wheels with Giant EasyRide Tubeless tires (on select models) keep you rolling with speed, efficiency, and a reduced risk of flats. As an added bonus, there's clearance for larger tires up to 45mm in width, which makes it easier to ride rougher roads. It comes with integrated mounts, so you can customize your ride with racks or fenders. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape Disc is ready to roll. Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, fast-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable Powerful disc brakes and a wide range of gears help you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires feature the Giant EasyRide Tubeless system (on select models). Integrated rack mounts make it easier to carry your daily essentials or load up for weekend adventures.

This versatile flat-bar all-rounder can get your legs spinning and motivate you to be active every day. Commute to work, ride to class, find new adventures in your daily routine. With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and high-quality parts that give it a smooth, comfortable ride, the Escape Disc is totally versatile and totally fun to ride. It now features a high-quality steel fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. Both are great for smoothing out rough roads, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. The disc brakes deliver powerful braking performance in dry or wet conditions, and the 700c wheels with Giant EasyRide Tubeless tires (on select models) keep you rolling with speed, efficiency, and a reduced risk of flats. As an added bonus, there's clearance for larger tires up to 45mm in width, which makes it easier to ride rougher roads. It comes with integrated mounts, so you can customize your ride with racks or fenders. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape Disc is ready to roll. Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, fast-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable Powerful disc brakes and a wide range of gears help you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires feature the Giant EasyRide Tubeless system (on select models). Integrated rack mounts make it easier to carry your daily essentials or load up for weekend adventures.

The Traverse is a dual-sport machine that will take you anywhere. With disc brakes, the Traverse is a confident commuter on city streets but still able to conquer trails with ease. - Fuji A2-SL custom-butted alloy frame - SR NEX suspension fork with 63mm travel - Shimano 3x7-speed drivetrain - Kenda Drumlin 700x40c tires - Mechanical disc brakes with 160/140mm rotors

The Traverse is a dual-sport machine that will take you anywhere. With disc brakes, the Traverse is a confident commuter on city streets but still able to conquer trails with ease. - Fuji A2-SL custom-butted alloy frame - SR NEX suspension fork with 63mm travel - Shimano 3x7-speed drivetrain - Kenda Drumlin 700x40c tires - Mechanical disc brakes with 160/140mm rotors - A step-through frame features a lower top tube, making starting and stopping a breeze

Riding bikes is all about getting outside, feeling strong, and reveling in confidence to keep the workout going. We know that curvy road bike handlebars don't fit everyone's lifestyle, so we developed our line of Verza Speed bikes accordingly. They're perfect for jetting around on two wheels for a workout, errand, or a commute to work, and they integrate flawlessly into daily routines, all with a focus on fun. Verza Speed 20 Featuring Shimano Tiagra shifting, this Verza Speed offers smooth shifting and a comfortable ride. Also includes a cushy gel saddle. - Tubeless-ready wheels - Shimano Tiagra 10-speed shifting - Hydraulic disc brakes

Riding bikes is all about getting outside, feeling strong, and reveling in confidence to keep the workout going. We know that curvy road bike handlebars don't fit everyone's lifestyle, so we developed our line of Verza Speed bikes accordingly. They're perfect for jetting around on two wheels for a workout, errand, or a commute to work, and they integrate flawlessly into daily routines, all with a focus on fun. Verza Speed 40 Updated with more efficient gearing, the Verza Speed 40 is a great all-rounder that's perfect for any ride, commute, or cruise. - Shimano Altus shifting - Triple-chainring crankset - Hydraulic disc brakes

Riding bikes is all about getting outside, feeling strong, and reveling in confidence to keep the workout going. We know that curvy road bike handlebars don't fit everyone's lifestyle, so we developed our line of Verza Speed bikes accordingly. They're perfect for jetting around on two wheels for a workout, errand, or a commute to work, and they integrate flawlessly into daily routines, all with a focus on fun. Verza Speed 40 Mid-Step Mid-step version of the Verza Speed 40, meaning it has a stepover frame design that makes mounting and dismounting easier than ever. - Shimano Altus shifting - Triple-chainring crankset - Hydraulic disc brakes

Riding bikes is all about getting outside, feeling strong, and reveling in confidence to keep the workout going. We know that curvy road bike handlebars don't fit everyone's lifestyle, so we developed our line of Verza Speed bikes accordingly. They're perfect for jetting around on two wheels for a workout, errand, or a commute to work, and they integrate flawlessly into daily routines, all with a focus on fun. Verza Speed 50 Low price, high value. The Verza Speed 50 is everything you want in a new bike—comfort, efficiency, and fun! - 8-speed drivetrain with triple crankset - Shimano groupset for crisp shifting - Classic-style rim brakes

Riding bikes is all about getting outside, feeling strong, and reveling in confidence to keep the workout going. We know that curvy road bike handlebars don't fit everyone's lifestyle, so we developed our line of Verza Speed bikes accordingly. They're perfect for jetting around on two wheels for a workout, errand, or a commute to work, and they integrate flawlessly into daily routines, all with a focus on fun. Verza Speed 50 Mid-Step Mid-step version of the Verza Speed 50, meaning it has a stepover frame design that makes mounting and dismounting easier than ever. - 8-speed drivetrain with triple crankset - Shimano groupset for crisp shifting - Classic-style rim brakes

Take on the streets with the Metric 2. Riding the line between a lightweight, nimble road bike for speed and a mountain bike for sturdy, stable handling in a more upright position, the Metric 2 makes a great city bike or commuter bike. Whether you are looking for a fun ride down the local greenway or through the city on your way to work, the Metric 2 is your perfect companion. The 700c wheels and custom alloy frame keep the ride quick and efficient while flat handlebars give you that mountain bike stability. This all-around street bike offers fast and smooth 35c tires that are wide enough to tackle any obstacles the pavement throws at you. With a Shimano Acera 8 speed drivetrain, rack and fender mounts, and strong double-wall wheels, you'll always be equipped for your next adventure.

Ride Content Cruise effortlessly down the lane, enjoy the boardwalk bike path. Life’s for living. Live it up. Where it thrives In town, leisurely rides What it's built for Comfort Simple and Easy to Ride Our upright riding position, reassuringly stable handling and easy-to-use controls make Adventure comfortable, engaging and fun to ride. Lighter is Better Cannondale's unmatched aluminum expertise and thoughtful component spec keep weight low, so Adventure is easy to ride, and easy to lift. Comfort is King Adventure's suspension fork and seatpost, ultra-plush saddle and grips, and soft-touch quick release handles make comfort a top priority. Highlights - Lightweight aluminum frame w/ suspension fork - Shimano 7-speed drivetrain with triple chainring crank - Premium comfort saddle and suspension seatpost

Ride Content Cruise effortlessly down the lane, enjoy the boardwalk bike path. Life’s for living. Live it up. Where it thrives In town, leisurely rides What it's built for Comfort Simple and Easy to Ride Our upright riding position, reassuringly stable handling and easy-to-use controls make Adventure comfortable, engaging and fun to ride. Comfort is King Adventure's suspension fork and seatpost, ultra-plush saddle and grips, and soft-touch quick release handles make comfort a top priority. Lighter is Better Cannondale's unmatched aluminum expertise and thoughtful component spec keep weight low, so Adventure is easy to ride, and easy to lift. Highlights - Lightweight aluminum frame w/ suspension fork - Shimano 8-speed drivetrain with triple chainring crank - Premium comfort saddle and suspension seatpost

Quick As You Like A swift, sporty bike that’s perfect for getting a workout, city cruising or just getting out and feeling good. Highlights - Lightweight aluminum frame and carbon fiber fork w/ 360° reflective accents - Shimano Altus/Acera 18-speed drivetrain w/ hydraulic disc brakes - Integrated connectivity with Cannondale App Where it thrives - In town, leisurely rides, on crowded streets What it's built for - Agility, visibility, comfort

A bike for any day and anywhere. Fun and light to rip around the neighborhood for meet ups, running errands, or Sunday fun days.

Day in, Day out. A bike for any day and anywhere. Fun and light to rip around the neighborhood for meet ups, running errands or Sunday fun days Where it thrives In town, leisurely rides, on crowded streets What it's built for Agility, durability, comfort Highlights - Light, durable aluminum frame and fork - Integrated connectivity with Cannondale App - 7-speed microSHIFT gearing with disc brakes Easy-Ride Geometry Easy to get on and off, with a comfy reach to the bars, and a seat position that makes it easy to put a foot down when needed. Not too upright and cruiser-y, or too forward and sporty. It's just right Intellimount Stem A convenient mount on the stem will securely hold any SP-Connect compatible smartphone case, creating a dashboard display for speed, mileage and more with the Cannondale App Cruise Control Handlebar BMX-inspired handlebar puts you in the right position for control while cruising Comfy Makes Happy A quilted saddle and ribbed grips keep things plush. Even the pedals use deck tape instead of teeth for easy-going grip in anything from flip flops to cowboy boots Everyday Protection Our Urban Armor bumpers help protect the frame from dents and dings during the daily rigors of leaning and locking