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Just picked mine up today, pics tomorrow. I'm really happy with it so far, riding to work on Monday to see how well a choice I've made.
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Congrats !! I can not wait to hear your review, if the shop has that Sram VIA drive train adjusted correctly, you should love the bike. I did something kind of crazy last night, had been telling 2 of my buddies that I would go on a 1 hour ride with them all day. But was really busy up till around 11:00 pm, so we all decided that taking our Road Bikes was not the best idea. (which for me would be my Allez) the roads around here can be rough. One of them on a Cannondale MTB converted to a Hybrid, (all Deore LX) very light bike, and the other on a Trek (something) both guys with 26" wheels. I took the lead right away, with both drafting off me. Once the Cannondale rider jumped up for about 5 minutes or so, but then dropped back. With a 1/8 mile to go, the Trek rider pass's me like I'm sitting still, (had no idea that they would race to the end), then the Cannondale rider comes up beside me. I finished in a close 3rd (last) did lead for 54 minutes we had a blast. We looked silly sitting around drinking Gatorade, looking at our bikes. Mine full fenders, rack, etc. And I didn't really know they were racing, but I'm still loving mine. Again Congratulation's on your new ride, and can not wait to hear what you think, plus some pic's.
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Congrats !! I can not wait to hear your review, if the shop has that Sram VIA drive train adjusted correctly, you should love the bike. I did something kind of crazy last night, had been telling 2 of my buddies that I would go on a 1 hour ride with them all day. But was really busy up till around 11:00 pm, so we all decided that taking our Road Bikes was not the best idea. (which for me would be my Allez) the roads around here can be rough. One of them on a Cannondale MTB converted to a Hybrid, (all Deore LX) very light bike, and the other on a Trek (something) both guys with 26" wheels. I took the lead right away, with both drafting off me. Once the Cannondale rider jumped up for about 5 minutes or so, but then dropped back. With a 1/8 mile to go, the Trek rider pass's me like I'm sitting still, (had no idea that they would race to the end), then the Cannondale rider comes up beside me. I finished in a close 3rd (last) did lead for 54 minutes we had a blast. We looked silly sitting around drinking Gatorade, looking at our bikes. Mine full fenders, rack, etc. And I didn't really know they were racing, but I'm still loving mine. Again Congratulation's on your new ride, and can not wait to hear what you think, plus some pic's.
It was very nice having fenders and a Rack for this bike, I ride about 10 miles each way and the rain out here is bother some, Fenders are a must. For being full fendered and racked, this ride is very fast and nimble. It's actually quicker then my Road bike that I'm now posting on craigslist this morning. Mainly because the Giant fits much better, and has had a recent tune up.
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It was very nice having fenders and a Rack for this bike, I ride about 10 miles each way and the rain out here is bother some, Fenders are a must. For being full fendered and racked, this ride is very fast and nimble. It's actually quicker then my Road bike that I'm now posting on craigslist this morning. Mainly because the Giant fits much better, and has had a recent tune up.
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Buying some panniers this week, it will be nice to not ride with a back pack.
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I'm not a very experienced cyclist, only really been riding since January, and I have to say that the SRAM VIA does exactly what it needs to do, it shifts gears, as smooth as I can assume they should. More than smooth they are predictable, I know how hard I should be peddling when I want to shift, and I now know which gears are good for which hills on my commute. Very satisfied so far, the only thing I wish was different was the handle bars. I want to put my bullhorns on this bike, Giant uses a large diameter stem, and my old horns don't fit
Buying some panniers this week, it will be nice to not ride with a back pack.
Buying some panniers this week, it will be nice to not ride with a back pack.
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So, the SRAM VIA is smoother than the Shimano equipped Escape 3?
My local dealer told me they sold out of the Escape line last October and had to wait for Giant to catch up with a fall shipment.
Righ now, my Escape 3 is my main bike and I am looking at upgrading to the RX when funding allows!
My local dealer told me they sold out of the Escape line last October and had to wait for Giant to catch up with a fall shipment.
Righ now, my Escape 3 is my main bike and I am looking at upgrading to the RX when funding allows!
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So, the SRAM VIA is smoother than the Shimano equipped Escape 3?
My local dealer told me they sold out of the Escape line last October and had to wait for Giant to catch up with a fall shipment.
Righ now, my Escape 3 is my main bike and I am looking at upgrading to the RX when funding allows!
My local dealer told me they sold out of the Escape line last October and had to wait for Giant to catch up with a fall shipment.
Righ now, my Escape 3 is my main bike and I am looking at upgrading to the RX when funding allows!
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Keep me updated on your pannier search, I'm looking for some also. Would like to get the Topeak MTX trunk bag with panniers. But will not work with Giants factory rack. Glad you are enjoying your new bike. Mine just seems to keep getting better, and its also very comfortable on longer rides.
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
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Axiom Seymour
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
This is a very interesting thread!
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Thanks for starting this thread--it's one of the best I've followed. Great information.
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Axiom Seymour
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
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This is good information. I really appreciate the Giant line of bikes even though I want to "like" the Specialized and Trek models I have looked at. One guy I talked to has an Escape City and a Defy for his weekend road work. He says those are the only two bikes he needs.
Thanks for starting this thread--it's one of the best I've followed. Great information.
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Thanks for starting this thread--it's one of the best I've followed. Great information.
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Well, I put the deposit down and ordered the Escape city, test rode another escape model and liked the fit and ride. fre tune ups for two years, (whatever that means). I wanted to stay with a shop nar my house. The order won't go in until monday. prbably will take delivery next thursday/friday.
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Well, I put the deposit down and ordered the Escape city, test rode another escape model and liked the fit and ride. fre tune ups for two years, (whatever that means). I wanted to stay with a shop nar my house. The order won't go in until monday. prbably will take delivery next thursday/friday.
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How are the pedals? should I upgrade now? I have some metel pedals with studs on the on my other bike. Solid! I also would like a simple odometer for something with a big face, and bar ends. Can I mount a rear view mirror with bar ends? a good lock?
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