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Old 06-16-12, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by TopKatz
Some one please correct me if I'm wrong on this but a Hybrid is not really suited for off road, gravel or dirt. A Hybrid is more a road bike with a up rite geometry. Example Jamis Coda and Trek FX wont be any fun off the pavement. Now a Trek DS could handle off road much better. I think your more looking for a crossover or dual sport style if you have you mind set on on and off road.
If you are going to ride in serious dirt, you won't like that bike in the street usually. My Giant Escape does great in top gravel on hard pack with 32C tires but in muck, not so great. It transitions to the road wonderfully. What are you REALLY going to be riding in? Really? if you have but 1 bike?
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