Trek 8.3 DS (2014)

Dirt, streets, or somewhere in between -- that's what the Trek 8.3 DS thrives on. This versatile (and affordable!) hybrid machine makes a fine daily commuter or a bike for something a little more adventurous. The DS features a lightweight, rugged aluminum frame and a coil-sprung RST fork for smooth handling on cracked, bumpy surfaces. Reliable Shimano shifting, coupled with cockpit parts from Bontrager, means that this bike performs beautifully. Tektro's cable-actuated disc brakes stop the bike with authority.