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The Trek District+ 1 Coaster Lowstep takes the step-through frame of the District+ 1 Lowstep and builds a coaster brake into the 7-speed Shimano Nexus hub. The 40 Nm Bosch Active Line motor draws on a 400 Wh CompactTube battery, and two MIK-compatible racks, front and rear, complete the equipment. Trek quotes 25.00 kg in size M. This Matte Deep Dark Blue colour dresses the bike in a matt midnight blue.
| Frame | Alpha Smooth aluminium, Bosch battery integrated in the down tube, internal cable routing, belt-compatible frame, Post-Mount brakes, Lowstep (step-through frame) |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line, smart system, 40 Nm; assistance cuts out at 25 km/h in Europe |
| Battery | Bosch CompactTube 400 Wh, integrated in the down tube |
| Controls / display | Bosch LED remote (smart system) |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus C3001 7-speed internal gear hub with coaster brake, ProWheel alloy 170 mm chainset, 18T sprocket, Shimano HG40 chain |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc 160 mm; rear: coaster brake built into the Nexus hub |
| Fork | Rigid aluminium (Verve), steel steerer, ThruSkew skewer |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager Connection double-wall 32-hole rims / Bontrager H2 Comp 27.5 x 2.00 in tyres |
| Cockpit | Alloy 630 mm handlebar, 25 mm rise, Bontrager adjustable-angle stem, Blendr compatible, Herrmans Clik ergonomic grips |
| Saddle / seatpost | Selle Royal Nuvola / Bontrager alloy seatpost 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset |
| Equipment | Wide SKS mudguards, MIK-compatible alloy rear rack, MIK-compatible alloy front rack (10 kg max), Pletscher Comp Flex 18 kickstand |
| Weight | 25.00 kg in size M (Trek figure) |
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At a glance
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For the rider who learned to brake by pedalling backwards and doesn't want to change their reflexes, or who prefers having just one lever on the handlebar. Offered in S and L, it suits short everyday trips: school, market, shops in the centre, with a basket at the front and a pannier at the back.
The Coaster: old-school braking for an electric bike. Coaster refers to the back-pedal brake: you pedal backwards and the Nexus hub brakes the wheel. This District+ 1 Lowstep therefore has just one lever on the handlebar, for the front hydraulic disc. Trek adds a second, MIK-compatible rack at the front, on the same Alpha Smooth aluminium step-through frame.
| Coaster brake | Hydraulic discs | The Coaster combination | |
| How it works | You pedal backwards to brake | One lever per wheel on the handlebar | Disc at the front, coaster brake at the rear |
| Maintenance | Built into the hub, almost none | Periodic pads and bleeds | Front pads only |
| Reference bike | Traditional city bikes | District+ 1 Lowstep | District+ 1 Coaster Lowstep |
| What it means | Second nature if you grew up with it | Fine modulation on both wheels | A single lever, hands freer |
In other words: this District+ 1 Coaster Lowstep weighs 25.00 kg in size M according to Trek, with two racks and a foot-operated rear brake. It is aimed first and foremost at those used to coaster brakes.
The coaster brake works inside the rear hub: just push the pedal backwards to slow the wheel. It is unaffected by mud or pad wear, as everything is enclosed. At the front, a 160 mm Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brake provides the power needed to stop sharply. The Bosch assistance stops at 25 km/h, and it also cuts out as soon as you stop pedalling.
The MIK-compatible front rack takes up to 10 kg according to Trek: a load in front of the handlebar stays in your field of vision, handy for a shopping bag or a school bag. On the rear rack, also MIK, baskets and panniers clip on and off in one movement. Think about a good lock, as the bike will be parked outside shops.
| Model | Motor | Battery | Drivetrain | Weight (size) |
| District+ 1 Lowstep | Bosch Active Line 40 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, chain | 24.30 kg (M) |
| District+ 1 Coaster Lowstep | Bosch Active Line 40 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, coaster brake | 25.00 kg (M) |
| District+ 2 Belt Lowstep | Bosch Active Line Plus 50 Nm | 400 Wh | Nexus 7-speed, belt | 26.10 kg (M) |
| District+ 4 Coaster Lowstep | Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm | 545 or 800 Wh | Nexus 5-speed, coaster brake | 26.00 kg (M) |
Our take: at 25.00 kg in M, the Coaster weighs 700 g more than the District+ 1 Lowstep with two discs (24.30 kg), mainly because of the front rack. The District+ 4 Coaster Lowstep keeps the coaster brake with a 75 Nm Performance Line motor.
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LVR sizing advice This model comes in S (155 to 165 cm) and L (175 to 186 cm) depending on the colour. With a coaster brake, a saddle that is too high hinders the movement: we set it so the rear pedal stays easy to push back.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Can I backpedal to position the cranks? | No, pedalling backwards applies the brake; you position the pedal by lifting the wheel or moving forward. |
| What load can the front take? | 10 kg maximum according to Trek for the front rack. |
| Does the motor cut out when braking? | The assistance stops as soon as you stop pedalling forwards. |
| Can this blue be seen at night? | It is a dark shade: powerful lights and light-coloured clothing are recommended. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict The District+ 1 designed for those who brake with their feet, with two racks for the weekly shop. Its matt midnight blue paintwork stays understated in every situation.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? As a Trek retailer in Béziers, we let you try the coaster brake in store, set the saddle for a natural movement and fit your MIK accessories.
Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.
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