Hybrid Bicycles - 2011 Trek FX 7.3 or 2010 Kona Dew Plus

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Wazaloob
04-18-11, 11:37 PM
Hi everyone,

I'm new at this forum and I am excited to get into the world of cycling! I plan on starting to commute to work (mostly roads and occasional park rides) and am researching and looking into getting a good hybrid commuting bike. I'm currently looking at two models and would appreciate any suggestions and help.

The 2011 Trek FX 7.3 runs around $699-719 here in Canada, and one of the LBS has a 2010 Kona dew plus on sale for $549. I've test rode both and they both feel fine. I don't mind paying a bit more for the Trek if it is worth it.

The Trek FX:
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/73fx/

The 2010 Kona Dew Plus:
http://www.konaworld.co/bike.cfm?content=dewplus

Thanks for any help in advance!

jsdavis
04-19-11, 01:36 AM
The Kona Dew looks like it has higher level components even if only slightly. Since Kona is a 2010 model, it's probably discounted which is why it has a lower price. The larger tires on the Kona might be cushier and slower. Ride both and see how they feel. There are likely some differences in the ride; ride them for 15-30 minutes and see if you notice any differences that you like better.
Wazaloob
04-21-11, 01:12 PM
So the Kona dew actually has better parts than the Trek 7.3? What would be the benefits of the 7.3 over the dew plus then? Thanks.