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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-18-14, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,800
Posted By JediBiker

Hello Daddy Wags, yes there is another factor in...

Hello Daddy Wags, yes there is another factor in the geometry, in this case the FX has a longer headtube and shorter effective top tube distance (saddle to handlebar).

UPDATE: I was going for the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-18-14, 11:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,800
Posted By JediBiker

Hello MissDaisy, can I ask why did you chose the...

Hello MissDaisy, can I ask why did you chose the FX over the Escape if you like more the geometry of the Giant.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-18-14, 11:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,800
Posted By JediBiker

Thanks. I noticed that too, the escape is more...

Thanks. I noticed that too, the escape is more "aero" you go lower, as in the FX you are in a more upright position.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-16-14, 10:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,800
Posted By JediBiker

Question Trek FX and Giant Escape bike geometry comparison

Hello, I'm looking for a hybrid bike for short commuting, fitness riding and long distance touring.

I've narrowed it down between the 2014 Trek FX 7.2 and the 2014 Giant Escape 2. Both feel good...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-18-14, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,396
Posted By JediBiker

Thanks for the comment! Guess I would buy it. Its...

Thanks for the comment! Guess I would buy it. Its a matter of choosing the size size, I'm in between the 17.5/20, one is a little smaller the other bigger.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-13-14, 12:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,396
Posted By JediBiker

Any experience with Trek FX 7.4

Hello people,

I'm considering hybrids for long commuting trips and touring. And I test ride this bike which I really liked. But I would like to hear the opinion of other riders who owns this...
Forum: Touring
01-23-14, 01:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 745
Posted By JediBiker

no, chance. sorry. A spanish cyclist did it last...

no, chance. sorry. A spanish cyclist did it last week on a bicycle.
Forum: Touring
01-21-14, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 745
Posted By JediBiker

Didn't you hear? Touring to the south pole is the...

Didn't you hear? Touring to the south pole is the new trend.

http://www.explorersweb.com/polar/news.php?url=juan-menendez-granados-and-his-bicycle-r_139005876
Forum: Touring
01-16-14, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,199
Posted By JediBiker

I'm still deciding but I like the idea of a...

I'm still deciding but I like the idea of a trailer instead of panniers, although as I don't have experience and I don't know the pros ans cons of each. But I like the trailer because you don't put...
Forum: Touring
01-15-14, 11:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,199
Posted By JediBiker

Which of these bikes would be more suited for touring?

Hello everyone,

So I'm about to buy a new bicycle that I plan to use for long distance commute, fitness training and touring on vacations.
Looking for a fast well-balanced bike, I thought about...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-14-14, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,974
Posted By JediBiker

Thanks for all the answers. So you think a...

Thanks for all the answers. So you think a different cassette will make the same effect as changing the crankset? I the cassette I only use the 12-14-16 and maybe 18 for a hard to climb hill. Thanks...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-11-14, 08:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,974
Posted By JediBiker

Hi, it would be for a new bike so I don't have to...

Hi, it would be for a new bike so I don't have to make majors modification in it. I use a 12-32 8 speed.
I ride almost exclusively in the bigger ring now 48t, and the middle 36t for climbing,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-11-14, 07:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Thanks badger1, sage advices. I was fix on the...

Thanks badger1, sage advices. I was fix on the Giant, but sadly my local Giant retailer told me they are going to import the Escape 3 model instead of 0. This model comes with 7-speed and Shimano...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-11-14, 06:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,974
Posted By JediBiker

A compact crankset for a hybrid?

So do you think is a good idea to use a compact 50/34 crankset in a commuter hybrid? Or the hybrid is too heavy for the road gearing? I ask this because I never use the lower ring (48-38-28). Also I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-06-14, 11:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Hello, Are you sure the Giant frame is not...

Hello,

Are you sure the Giant frame is not double-butted I though all Giant Aluxx Grade Aluminium Frames were double-butted, anyway the Giant frame must be better somehow, because it has a life...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-06-14, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,681
Posted By JediBiker

Yesterday night, on 'the Eagle' in Atlantida,...

Yesterday night, on 'the Eagle' in Atlantida, Uruguay. In the south is pretty hot, perfect for riding on the beach :thumb:

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-05-14, 01:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Hello DorkDisk, I know they have different...

Hello DorkDisk,

I know they have different geometries though I don't know the importance of it. I supposed it should depend on which one feels more comfortable for me to ride. I just know that the...
Forum: Introductions
01-03-14, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 397
Posted By JediBiker

Hello fellow steel biker :) welcome to the forum.

Hello fellow steel biker :) welcome to the forum.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-14, 09:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Thanks everyone for your replies. I know...

Thanks everyone for your replies.

I know Shimano Claris is very NEW but there is somewhere on the forum or anyone who has already tested it. I want to now if the shifting is smooth, about the...
Forum: Introductions
01-03-14, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 337
Posted By JediBiker

Hi, sadly flypaca the frame is not light at all,...

Hi, sadly flypaca the frame is not light at all, quite heavy. That's why I'm thinking of getting a new light aluminium frame bike for touring as I will be carrying lots of luggage jeje :recum:
I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-02-14, 02:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Hi, yes Trek 7.5 FX is a great bike but way off...

Hi, yes Trek 7.5 FX is a great bike but way off my budget besides the Trek store in my country only has 7.2 and 7.4 available :(.
What do you think of Deore vs Claris? Which one will last longer?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-02-14, 12:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,693
Posted By JediBiker

Question Performance hybrid VS Flat bar road bike // Shimano Deore VS Claris

Hello bikers, :speedy:
I'm looking for a new bike for longer and faster rides. I'm planning to use it for long distance commute (50 km) and touring (mainly road but I'm sure there will be plenty...
Forum: Introductions
01-02-14, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 337
Posted By JediBiker

Hello fellow cyclists, I ride a MTB/rigid...

Hello fellow cyclists,

I ride a MTB/rigid fork/steel frame/26 wheels bike. It was my first bike I bought it 15 years ago and is still going!

However now I'm planing to buy a hybrid (performance...
Forum: Introductions
01-02-14, 04:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 337
Posted By JediBiker

Runner going cyclist

Hello I have always loved bikes and always use them for transportation.
I also been involved in the critical mass movement in my city in order to fight for cyclist rights and more bike paths for us...
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