VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Trek 5500

Velopedia Archive ID 35681

Overview

Model year2001
BrandTrek
Model5500
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID35681
Original MSRP$3,899.99
ColorsRed, USPS Team
Sizes50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded
Frame materialOCLV carbon fiber
ForkICON Air Rail
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek S-6
HandlebarICON Sterling
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemICON Sterling
SaddleSelle San Marco Era
SeatpostThomson Elite

Wheels & tires

HubsRolf
RimsRolf Sestriere
SpokesStainless steel, bladed
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube561.3 mm
Head-tube angle73.8°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center408.9 mm
Wheelbase985.5 mm
Fork offset / rake53.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.