My new Trek Elance 400
07-05-09, 05:18 PM
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My new Trek Elance 400
I just picked up my first road bike a ~86 Trek Elance 400D. It's my first vintage bike as well. (It qualifies right??)
Here are some pics
It's not in perfect shape, slight rust and chipped paint, but mostly original. I got it from a local pawn shop for $175 in basically this condition. I will be using it mainly for commuting and tri-training. I'm thinking I want a Brooks with possibly the Brooks leather bar tape. I'll also need a rack and some panniers. Any opinions? I want to keep that old school look.
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It's not in perfect shape, slight rust and chipped paint, but mostly original. I got it from a local pawn shop for $175 in basically this condition. I will be using it mainly for commuting and tri-training. I'm thinking I want a Brooks with possibly the Brooks leather bar tape. I'll also need a rack and some panniers. Any opinions? I want to keep that old school look.
07-05-09, 06:29 PM
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Looks in pretty good shape to me. Should be a nice rider. Not exactly a tri machine in this configuration, but it will get you started.
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07-05-09, 08:57 PM
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I've got one just like yours in a slightly different configuration that is my beloved daily commuter; the more I ride it the more I love it. Great bike at a great price and I think you will be delighted at how nice it rides.
08-17-09, 09:05 AM
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i'd say you did well.
i have the exact same model, year and color trek, but 25.5" frame. unfortunately it's about an inch too large for me, otherwise i'd be keeping it for sure.
i have the exact same model, year and color trek, but 25.5" frame. unfortunately it's about an inch too large for me, otherwise i'd be keeping it for sure.
08-17-09, 11:49 AM
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The paint on those Elance Bikes is wonderful... err rather, the paint and the clear coating. I've come across a couple in Madison over the last few years and both looked as if they had just come off the show room floor.
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[QUOTE=sk8rdi16;9222995]I just picked up my first road bike a ~86 Trek Elance 400D. It's my first vintage bike as well. (It qualifies right??)
Thats a sweet bike, you'll love it. Treks lugged frames are probably some of the nicest "riders" out there in my opinion.
I've got a 1985 400 model (not as nice as yours) and I'd have a real issue if I lost it for any reason, I ride it daily.
Cheers
Thats a sweet bike, you'll love it. Treks lugged frames are probably some of the nicest "riders" out there in my opinion.
I've got a 1985 400 model (not as nice as yours) and I'd have a real issue if I lost it for any reason, I ride it daily.
Cheers
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Sweet!
I have an 88!
I have an 88!
08-17-09, 08:16 PM
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How a about a new '89 Trek 400? This bike now has grey Look clip-less pedals and I have replaced the worn original bar wrap. I ride the bike 23-30 miles a day. A friend was moving and gave me the bike. The tires are new.
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I love the black Trek. Here is my Elance 400T.
Just sold it about a week ago to a friend. I had a hard time selling it. The ride was really nice and it was quite fast. Sorry about the chain guard. I tried removing the freewheel but with the tools I had it was impossible. I picked up another Trek 400 International just last weekend and I should have some pics up as soon as I am done finishing her up.
Just sold it about a week ago to a friend. I had a hard time selling it. The ride was really nice and it was quite fast. Sorry about the chain guard. I tried removing the freewheel but with the tools I had it was impossible. I picked up another Trek 400 International just last weekend and I should have some pics up as soon as I am done finishing her up.
