Trek:Trek’s carbon recycling program keeps 70,000 lbs. of carbon from landfills in first year
Waterloo, WI) - One year after piloting the bike industry’s first carbon fiber recycling program, Trek Bicycle, in partnership with Materials Innovation Technologies is proud to announce that over 70,000 lbs. of carbon fiber have been recycled from its domestic manufacturing facility in Waterloo, Wisconsin. Since April of 2011, all manufacturing scraps, non-compliant frame components, and select reclaimed warranty frames undergo processing at Material Innovation Technologies’ South Carolina facility for repurposing in reinforced thermoplastic applications, including aerospace, automotive, medical and recreational applications.
“We’re really proud of the results that we have had in just one year,” said Trek’s Senior Composites Manufacturing Engineer Jim Colegrove. “Now that carbon has become such a commonly used material in cycling, it’s important for all brands to consider the entire life cycle of a product.”
Trek began manufacturing their OCLV-carbon frames in 1992 and has since grown into a world leader in carbon technology, developing road and mountain bike frames from the space-age material. The recycling program closes the loop on the life cycle of one of modern engineering’s most ubiquitous and complex materials.
The carbon recycling program is one of many sustainable efforts Trek has embarked on including, but not limited to, recycled aftermarket product packaging for the Bontrager brand, sourcing frames and components from neighboring factories to reduce shipping emissions, and converting their Waterloo, WI facility entirely to wind power
Enspired by recent events at Pro Cycles Caloundra we have put together some edits outlining our store and service. Here is part one and our first attempt. Stay tuned for more !
2012 Trek FX Series, lightweight, agile and fun to ride
The 7.5 FX is the perfect bike for the active consumer. Whether they desire a sporty edge to their recreational ride or a performance commuter, the 7.5 FX has them covered.
At a starting price of just $399 RRP, the FX is packed with road technology and it is available in mens or womens models.
Features include:
Road-inspired frame - NEW FOR 2012: We've combined our wildly popular FX geometry with tube shapes inspired by Trek's road heritage for an even lighter, faster chassis.
Ride Longer features - Saddles that flex in all the right ways, vibration-smoothing IsoZone technology, super-comfortable bars and grips—all so you can ride as long as you want.
High-end road bike tech - NEW FOR 2012: The top-end FX models borrow popular road bike technology to make a faster, sportier ride. E2 tapered head tube and fork. A 2x10 compact road drivetrain.
Versatility - Get fit, ride to work, pull the kids, haul groceries, cruise the neighborhood—all on FX.
Check out the Trek FX Video Below, then get into Pro Cycles Caloundra to test ride one. You wont be dissapointed !
Pro Cycles Caloundra is proud to announce the arrival of Trek Bikes in store.
Trek Bikes are synonyms with riding and quality and have been at the forefront of every major technical innovation in bicycles. Trek's 2012 range of bikes is going to be the most exciting yet.
Get into Pro Cycles Caloundra today and talk with our friendly staff about the exciting new 2012 Trek line up which will available very soon.
