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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-23-14, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,828
Posted By Theresse

Because the Treks cost too much from what I could...

Because the Treks cost too much from what I could tell. But I don't know much about components so I didn't know which of the Treks was in the same category as the other two. The price I could...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-23-14, 01:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,828
Posted By Theresse

Thanks Dadman50! I decided to go with the...

Thanks Dadman50! I decided to go with the Specialized. I asked and was told I could have a slight discount if I talk one of my friends into buying a second bike for her son too ($40 off each our...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-22-14, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,828
Posted By Theresse

Which is better bike overall: Scott Sub 40 or Specialized Sirrus (basic model)?

Hi there -

I'm getting my son his first adult bike. He's a somewhat tall 12-year-old. He'll be using it mainly for paved bike paths of which there are many in our city (Portland) with some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-14, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By Theresse

Hahaha love it. I'm not quite where you are but...

Hahaha love it. I'm not quite where you are but lately I've been more into it than ever and I keep noticing everyone else's bike and what type of handlebars they use, and I keep thinking about my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

I agree, although I don't know why I am since it...

I agree, although I don't know why I am since it seems my handlebars are fairly upright (maybe not enough though). Also, I read on here somewhere that those with road bike handlebars don't have as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Yes everytime I see those bikes I'm envious. ...

Yes everytime I see those bikes I'm envious. They look like so much fun as well as a great workout. Can't wait to try one someday!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Thanks Fietsbob! I looked up the Fizik Vitesse...

Thanks Fietsbob! I looked up the Fizik Vitesse and didn't see anything that screamed "come sit on me" to me - haha - but I also understand that the big fat cushy seats are misleading to people too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Thanks Machka - that all makes a lot of sense.

Thanks Machka - that all makes a lot of sense.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Thanks No1mad! What's interesting is that...

Thanks No1mad! What's interesting is that ergon-type grips that came with the bike didn't feel good on my hands at all (what's up with my hands anyway?!!) so I switched to a different kind. I still...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 10:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,574
Posted By Theresse

Haha yes - I'm sorry I didn't mention that - I...

Haha yes - I'm sorry I didn't mention that - I keep it low and I don't ride when there are a lot of people near me! I don't think it's safe when people wear earbuds while riding which is not to say...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 02:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Thank you Machka! Yes the bike itself was...

Thank you Machka! Yes the bike itself was fitted, but I had to order it with the handlebars and seat and ever since have been messing around with various seats and a couple of handlebars, trying to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 02:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,574
Posted By Theresse

My bluetooth speaker fits in my cup holder!

:lol:

It's a great speaker too (amazing bass - it's called the JBL Charge). I hooked it up to my iphone using a cable but I could have just as easily done it wirelessly (works very well that way...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-14, 01:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By Theresse

Wanting to use bike for fitness and have a few q's about gear please...

Hi All (questions at the bottom!) -

I've gained weight and am 44 now so decided that since walks aren't as exciting to me, I might try cycling for fitness as opposed to for just getting around or...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-13, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,684
Posted By Theresse

Thanks No1mad. It's a 2012 model and I bought it...

Thanks No1mad. It's a 2012 model and I bought it new. The tire info I put in my post is accurate: Bontrager Race All-Weather Hard-Case, 700x28c. I usually research everything to death when I'm...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-13, 09:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,684
Posted By Theresse

Thanks XoLive - appreciate the advice and no...

Thanks XoLive - appreciate the advice and no worries about the short post! It helps make up for my ultra long one! ;) I'll look into that - hadn't considered a shock for under the seat. In fact...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,684
Posted By Theresse

How to add some bounce to bike. It does have a carbon fork (Trek FX 7.5). Tires?

Hello -

If I've written too much (as I often do), please just read/answer the first couple of questions - and please forgive my ignorance in general.

1. Not that I necessarily would do this,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-02-13, 11:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,074
Posted By Theresse

haha oh dear, I was afraid someone might say...

haha oh dear, I was afraid someone might say that! You mean I have to go down into my scary basement and get up close to those things?! Ok, will do.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-02-13, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,074
Posted By Theresse

Is it worth it to fix up a couple of 1950s bikes?

Hi -

Years ago I "rescued" a couple of old bikes from my grandparents' house where people were getting rid of things. I'm wondering if it's worth trying to save them. I don't necessarily mean...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-12, 11:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,801
Posted By Theresse

Oh good - I'm so excited to see I have some...

Oh good - I'm so excited to see I have some responses! :)

I have to run off shortly but I'll answer a few things here and then I"ll come back later and read the rest of the responses:

- My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-12, 09:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,801
Posted By Theresse

Detached garage: how to store bikes while locking in for security AND saving space?

Hello -

My husband's and my bike were stolen a few weeks ago from our detached garage. Luckily they didn't steal 3 kids' bikes nor the Madsen bucket bike (cargo/utility bike) - the latter because...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 12:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

And thank YOU for making me feel better about...

And thank YOU for making me feel better about being so into the color. :) When I go get the bike out of the garage I want to get a happy little lift from seeing something pleasing to the eye...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-12, 01:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

Just finishing up old threads I'd started but...

Just finishing up old threads I'd started but neglected. I got the Trek FX 7.5 which is more than I needed but it was a men's bike that wasn't too manly in color (white w/ red trim) and it fit me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-15-12, 12:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,109
Posted By Theresse

Oh - you must have misread what I wrote cause I...

Oh - you must have misread what I wrote cause I did buy it. Thanks! I agree with what you wrote - that makes sense.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-15-12, 12:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,109
Posted By Theresse

OMG that 2010 is a BEAUTY! Love those tires! ...

OMG that 2010 is a BEAUTY! Love those tires! Very sharp looking bike. Thanks for sharing the info and glad it's worked out for you!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-12, 05:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,109
Posted By Theresse

Hi everyone - Thanks so much for all your...

Hi everyone -

Thanks so much for all your help. I bit the bullet and ordered the white and red Trek FX 7.5 (men's in size 17.5 so fits me better). I called Trek today and they said all their...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-12, 04:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Ordered the bike

Hi everyone and thanks so much for all your help. So I bit the bullet (yikes) and ordered one way out of my league all for the color. I'm sure that disgusts at least a few of you (!) and that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-12, 10:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,109
Posted By Theresse

I want a particular higher-end hybrid but it has 24 spokes and thinner 700x28c tires

Hello -

I've gone through hell and back trying to find the right bike for my bizarre body (overweight and shorter legs with taller torso) and also my 240-lb husband will occasionally use the bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-12, 02:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

p.s. I can check out the Giants too. :)

p.s. I can check out the Giants too. :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-12, 02:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Thanks so much, both of you (Gruvy Girl and...

Thanks so much, both of you (Gruvy Girl and Lonstar)! It seems comfort is everything - or most. My natural inclination was to go with the larger bike at first, because the short one made me feel...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 02:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Ha - I'm sure you're right! I'm in Pdx by the...

Ha - I'm sure you're right! I'm in Pdx by the way.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 01:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Can we trade bodies, please pretty please? :lol:

Can we trade bodies, please pretty please? :lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 01:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

I'm happy for you - and jealous! Sounds like a...

I'm happy for you - and jealous! Sounds like a great deal all around! I don't know why this has to be such a PITA for me. I guess cause I have a head for girly colors and a bod for men's bikes. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-07-12, 12:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Thanks Michael - that was all very helpful. I...

Thanks Michael - that was all very helpful. I know - that color reminds me of the Bianchi color so much - that's one of the reason I like it so much. My Bianchi was a deep bright purple-blue color...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-07-12, 12:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

I bookmarked these - thanks Jsdavis. I thought...

I bookmarked these - thanks Jsdavis. I thought I'd read that Giants and Raleighs weren't quite as good as some of the other bikes mentioned however I'm sure every manufacturer has bikes with nicer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 05:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Thanks! I don't really like the female versions...

Thanks! I don't really like the female versions so much for some reason but this men's looks okay - I mean if I'm going to abandon my purdy color bike anyway (not yet sure). What's ironic (?) is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 05:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Thanks! The top tube (?) slants downward so I'm...

Thanks! The top tube (?) slants downward so I'm technically within clearance (and maybe even if the bar didn't slant but I don't know - I didn't know enough then to measure as I should have taken...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 05:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

Oh dear that's both pathetic and funny! :)

Oh dear that's both pathetic and funny! :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

:lol: :thumb:

:lol: :thumb:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 03:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

I really appreciate the advice. Thank you guys. ...

I really appreciate the advice. Thank you guys. Ugh - I hate being so superficial but I absolutely LOVE the color of the 2012 7.4 which of course is women's. This will be the first bike I've...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 05:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,701
Posted By Theresse

If a bike's going to be a bit too small or a bit too big, which is better?

I'm 5'5 (maybe 5'5 1/2) and have shorter legs and a longer torso (unfortunately!). I'm in the market for a hybrid that leans toward road bike just a bit more for a smoother, faster ride. For...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 04:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

Thank you Pendergast.

Thank you Pendergast.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 04:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

Thank you for explaining this. I like...

Thank you for explaining this. I like lightweight but I have to admit to having absolutely NO issues with my old Bianchi with the chromoly steel. I just wish they'd give me my bike back. :( I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 12:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

SlimRider - So do some prefer chromoly and...

SlimRider -

So do some prefer chromoly and some aluminum? My old bianchi hybrid that just got stolen was chromoly and since everything's aluminum these days for hybrids (for the most part) and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 12:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

I gotta admit... that's purdy!! :love: I love...

I gotta admit... that's purdy!! :love: I love the emphasis on road bike. Can you or anyone tell me if the components are somewhat comparable to the Trek FX 7.3 or 7.4, both of which are the main...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-05-12, 09:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

Thanks ChowChow. I would so do that (I agree...

Thanks ChowChow. I would so do that (I agree that would probably be the best fit) if it weren't for my irrational need to have some version of light blue! :rolleyes: The men's doesn't come in purdy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-05-12, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

Thank you Dunbar - that was all very helpful. ...

Thank you Dunbar - that was all very helpful.

A u-lock will fit on the non-step-through bike just fine although not if I were to also have a water bottle there. I googled the bike for pictures -...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-05-12, 04:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,617
Posted By Theresse

About to buy a Trek FX 7.3 I have some reservations though - need advice please

Hello All -

First of all, apologies in advance for my bike ignorance. :o And also for how long this turned out!!

My lovely old Bianchi Advantage hybrid (91) was stolen the other day and I'm...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-28-12, 03:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,270
Posted By Theresse

Newbie needing to know which hybrid. Trek? Bianchi?

Hi there -

My beloved old Bianchi hybrid was stolen from my garage last night and I don't expect to get it back so am already on the hunt for a new bike. I had NOT ONE complaint about that bike. ...
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