Well, they did say this:
Originally Posted by About the Trek 1000
It's unbelievable that a bike can deliver this kind of all-around performance, comfort and good looks for about $700
And this:
Originally Posted by About the Trek 1000
It gave up almost nothing to the recreational-level bikes above it
And finally, this:
Originally Posted by About the Trek 1000
It's the most refined of the three entry-level finalists, with the most zip. Stand on it, it'll respond
They also had this to say about some of the bikes that didn't get the award:
Originally Posted by About the DBR Podium 1
the DBR was a little bit heavier than the Trek (and the Schwinn) and as a result felt sluggish in comparison, and the size run isn't as complete as the Trek's
Originally Posted by About the Schwinn Fastback Sport 24
The snap the Trek displayed when we wanted to accelerate isn't evident in the Schwinn
So they did say *something*. Not a whole lot, but something.