2006 Trek Hybrid for $70
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07-08-10, 09:05 AM
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07-08-10, 12:20 PM
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It would be a conundrum for sure - the geometry, tires, kind of label it as a comfort hybrid, with mountain bike leanings -- while the gearing, lack of front suspension, and semi forward leaning ride position, and compact frame, leans it more toward the road.
It is one of those bikes, that can lean either direction, in the Hybrid world. You pick it, and adjust it the way you want it to be --- a Performance Hybrid, or A Comfort Hybrid.
In other words, a good do it all bike.
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It is one of those bikes, that can lean either direction, in the Hybrid world. You pick it, and adjust it the way you want it to be --- a Performance Hybrid, or A Comfort Hybrid.
In other words, a good do it all bike.
MHO
07-08-10, 01:22 PM
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The FX series are sportier hybrids. They are lighter, usually have higher gearing, a bit more forward of a riding position, usually lighter wheels and tires. Although the 7300FX is less so than some of their more recent FX-series bikes. Some of their recent, higher-end FX bikes are pretty close to being flat-bar road bikes, that is, they are about 80%-90% a road bike but using flat handlebars with mountain bike handlebar components. The 7.9FX even has a carbon frame and uses higher end road bike components like Ultegra derailleurs.
However the 7300FX isn't that light and typically had 32mm tires and mountain bike type gearing, so it is only modestly "sporty." Still much sportier than a comfort bike.
However the 7300FX isn't that light and typically had 32mm tires and mountain bike type gearing, so it is only modestly "sporty." Still much sportier than a comfort bike.
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07-08-10, 06:45 PM
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Well, I picked up the 7300FX today. It is a lot lighter than the 7100. And the 17.5 in. fits me better. The guy sold it to me for $150. So, I got a 7300FX and a 7100 - BOTH for $220 total. 
07-08-10, 09:07 PM
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Hey, I got a better idea!
Do you want to make a quick 10% on that investment????
Do you want to make a quick 10% on that investment????
07-08-10, 09:21 PM
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Yeah the Bike Gods are smiling on me.
Comparing the two hybrids - they are both different but both comfortable in their own way. Because the 7300FX is lighter it feels more nimble, and fun to ride. They are both different enough to justify keeping both.
Comparing the two hybrids - they are both different but both comfortable in their own way. Because the 7300FX is lighter it feels more nimble, and fun to ride. They are both different enough to justify keeping both.
07-10-10, 01:49 PM
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07-22-10, 09:23 PM
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I've been wanting something better than a MTB for some road riding around here, but since a lot of where I ride is chip-seal with no shoulder, I'm almost afraid to go straight to the touring bike I'd like to have. A hybrid seems like a better choice for the ability to go into the grass if needed, but better on-road performance. I spotted a pretty-much-mint-condition 7100 (tires are dusty and one pedal is scuffed - BFD; I'd have done that in the first week anyway) for $200 yesterday, and I think I'll go back tomorrow to see if it's my size.
Meanwhile, you're single-handedly wiping out the used Trek market for the state at way too low of a budget.
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