Hybrid off road
09-29-06, 07:03 AM
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Hybrid off road
I just bought an Iron Horse Adventure LX hybrid and I'm wondering how it will work on smooth single track.
In reading old posts, there seems to be conflicting opinions on whether Hybrids are trail worthy.
I wouldn't be opposed to upgrading. Sounds like the adjustable stem may be a problem.
It has a 60 mm sus front fork and 700Cx35 Terrainasaurus. Wondering if 45's will fit.
Also, I'm dying to know the frame geo on the bike (23"), but can't find it anywhere.
In reading old posts, there seems to be conflicting opinions on whether Hybrids are trail worthy.
I wouldn't be opposed to upgrading. Sounds like the adjustable stem may be a problem.
It has a 60 mm sus front fork and 700Cx35 Terrainasaurus. Wondering if 45's will fit.
Also, I'm dying to know the frame geo on the bike (23"), but can't find it anywhere.
09-29-06, 09:21 AM
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I have a Trek Navigator 300, which is similar to your bike, and I've ridden on some moderatly rugged trails with it just fine. For the kind of trails you're talking about I think you'll be in good shape with that bike.
Cheers,
Bill
Cheers,
Bill
09-29-06, 09:34 AM
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Thanks. The biggest question right now is the steering. The trails are smooth, but they are also tight and twisty.
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Make sure you have the bike handling skills to cope with twisty singletrack. Your bike is fine for trail riding if you are.
Beware of setting the bars too high. High bars upset your balance and make it harder to climb and mnore dangerous to stop on a downhill. When I ride singletrack on my tourer I use the lower part of the curly drop bars for added stability.
Beware of catching branches in fenders if you have them fitted. My SKS fenders have quick-release safety system that has save me on a couple of occasions.
Beware of setting the bars too high. High bars upset your balance and make it harder to climb and mnore dangerous to stop on a downhill. When I ride singletrack on my tourer I use the lower part of the curly drop bars for added stability.
Beware of catching branches in fenders if you have them fitted. My SKS fenders have quick-release safety system that has save me on a couple of occasions.
