Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - Specialized Globe vs Trek FX 7.3

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LessEverything
09-18-07, 07:22 AM
Which one should I purchase?

Specialized Globe Sport
REAR BRAKE Shimano BR-421 V-brake, multi condition brake shoes
BRAKE LEVERS Shimano New Acera, integrated with shift levers
FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano C-51, top swing, bottom pull
REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Acera
SHIFT LEVERS Shimano ST-405 Alivio, 8-speed
CASSETTE / FREEWHEEL Shimano HG50, 8-speed, 11/32t
CHAIN Shimano HG-40, 8-speed
CRANKSET Shimano CM-341 Alivio alloy
CHAINRINGS 48Ax36Ax26A w/chainguard
BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano BB-UN-25, 68mm shell, 113 spindle, sealed bearing cartridge
PEDALS VP-818 plastic resin
RIMS Specialized Globe, 700c, 32h, double wall w/ machine sidewalls and eyelets
FRONT HUB Specialized, forged, 32h, double sealed, QR
REAR HUB Shimano Paralax, forged, 32h, cassette, double sealed, QR
SPOKES DT-Swiss Champion, 2.0mm (14g), stainless, brass nipples
FRONT TIRE Specialized Borough, 700x42c w/ wire bead
REAR TIRE Specialized Borough, 700x42c w/ wire bead
TUBES Specialized 700c, schraeder valve
SADDLE Specialized Body Geometry Sport
SEAT POST Specialized alloy
SEAT BINDER Specialized forged alloy


Trek FX 7.3
Frame FX Alpha Black Aluminum
Fork FX Alloy w/tapered wall thickness, straight blades
Wheels
Wheels Alloy front, Shimano RM60 rear hub; Bontrager Camino rims
Tires Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x32c; 60 tpi
Drivetrain
Shifters Shimano EF60, 8 speed
Front Derailleur Shimano C102
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore
Crank Shimano M341 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Cassette SRAM PG830 11-30, 8 speed
Pedals Nylon body w/alloy cage
Components
Saddle Bontrager Race Basic Lux
Seat Post Bontrager Sport
Handlebars Bontrager Crowbar Sport, 25mm rise
Stem Bontrager Sport, 10 degree
Headset Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Brakeset Avid SD-3 w/Shimano EF50 levers


Nightcap
09-18-07, 08:52 AM
Which one do YOU like?

Seriously, I can only tell you which one *I'd* prefer. My wife has a Globe, and it's a very nice commuter bike. Personally, I'd take the Trek - it looks like it might be more comfortable for longer rides. But again, that's just me - if I don't have time for a fifteen mile ride, I don't have time to ride. (Damn it, if I'm gonna get all prettied up in my black lycra and flaming chartreuse, I'm gonna want to dance 'til dawn! :D )

ilmooz
09-18-07, 10:48 AM
If you have the opportunity to test ride each one choose the one that feels best to you. They're both comparably equipped quality bikes.


DodgeRam
09-19-07, 03:19 PM
Look at the Specialized Sirrus. I just bought one over the 7.3Fx and I love it.