pitfalls of the Trek District series?
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pitfalls of the Trek District series?
Having moved to London, I am starting to get swayed into leaving geared bikes behind and pick up a Single Speed.
The 2010 Trek 2nd District and the 2011 4th District have piqued my interests. I've taken the 2nd District for a ride and really enjoyed it, but haven't had the chance to ride a 4th, though I don't believe there can be much difference... can there?
Is there a reason why i should stop considering either of these. Also, since this will be my first new bike for a long time... how upgradeable are either of these... if i wanted to switch handlebars, upgrade brakes etc? will i be stopped?
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The 2010 Trek 2nd District and the 2011 4th District have piqued my interests. I've taken the 2nd District for a ride and really enjoyed it, but haven't had the chance to ride a 4th, though I don't believe there can be much difference... can there?
Is there a reason why i should stop considering either of these. Also, since this will be my first new bike for a long time... how upgradeable are either of these... if i wanted to switch handlebars, upgrade brakes etc? will i be stopped?
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These bikes are very upgradeable.
Hopefully they'll give you a good deal on the 2010 model.
Hopefully they'll give you a good deal on the 2010 model.
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Belt drive means that it will be much harder, though not impossible, to change your gearing should you not like the standard. And that is a pretty likely senerio. That is the only major issue I see with the bike. There are other small things, but thats the one that sways me into suggesting you look at other options.
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but if you're ok with just cruising around traffic in the rain or commute slightly to work.. meh, why not
but if you're ok with just cruising around traffic in the rain or commute slightly to work.. meh, why not
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you aren't going to go that much slower because of upright geo. you'll go faster in an aero racing tuck but you'll also have to work hard to go fast. and it doesn't sound like that's the type of riding you'll be doing...
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I just bought a 2010 2nd District after after dope fiends tried to steal, and in the process ruined my other bike. I like it so far. I mostly commute to work and tool around town. Mine is not belt drive. Soon as I get some extra dough I am going to swap out the drops for risers, etc. I like it. I am a big rider (6'3" 280), and it seems fairly durable so far. Plus I love the look of it...for what it's worth.
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Neither the 2nd nor the 4th are belt driven cycles, they're both chained...
TBH i'm not that fast a cyclist, but having test ridden the 2nd I know I will be a lot quicker than my really old geared Trek.
Hmm more tempted to go for the 2nd District because of the colourway (which my g/f approves of, meaning she won't grumble too loudly about cost). The deals on the 2010 model don't seem as good as i would suppose though...
TBH i'm not that fast a cyclist, but having test ridden the 2nd I know I will be a lot quicker than my really old geared Trek.
Hmm more tempted to go for the 2nd District because of the colourway (which my g/f approves of, meaning she won't grumble too loudly about cost). The deals on the 2010 model don't seem as good as i would suppose though...
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What other choices do you have in the UK ? Surely, there must be more than just the Trek. Isn't Felt widely sold there ? Treks are overpriced everywhere, including the USA, just like other sponsor brands like Nike. They're still made in China and Taiwan, just like most of the other branded bikes. Not bad bikes, just too expensive.
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theres tonnes of bikes made and for sale in the UK. tbh i don't really know what i'm looking for. The Treks seemed quite nice, i'm not sure what the frame being made in taiwan means.
what would you pay for a new singlespeed TejanoTrackie?
what would you pay for a new singlespeed TejanoTrackie?
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Well, it's all a question of the true quality of the bike in terms of its frame and components. I have a Salsa Casseroll SS that I bought for $449 USD on closeout, and I considered it to be a very good value at that price, but would not have paid the MSRP of $998. Personally, I would never spend over $1000 on a new SS, since I don't see the need for anything exotic in that type of bike. If you're all hung up on colorways and whatnot, then you're going to pay more.
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I can't really tell the difference between the salsa and the trek...
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Well, the Salsa Casseroll is no longer sold as a SS, only as a geared bike now. It's a great practical transportation bike built on a CroMo steel frame with mounts and clearances for fat tires, fenders and racks. I now use mine to go grocery shopping with large panniers mounted to a rear rack. This is what mine looks like now.
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There is an easier way to do this. Make a few lists. List one is everything you want to do with the bike, what kind of riding, weather it will be in, your fitness level, what kind of bikes you are comfortable on, etc. The second list is everything you dont want in this bike. From there we can help you figure out a few bikes that would work for you.
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what i want to do with the bike:
Commute to and from work, which is fairly flat (no more hills thank god, had enough of them back home in cardiff), it's about a 2.5 mile commute each way which would just require me carrying packed lunch.. chain and maybe a spare set of clothes if it is raining.
cycle around london in parks and on roads
cycle to the local shops, but i'd use a backpack for that
What i don't want to do:
Bunny hops.
Off roading
major grocery shopping
>30 mile cycles (though i might want to do the odd one once ina blue moon)
Commute to and from work, which is fairly flat (no more hills thank god, had enough of them back home in cardiff), it's about a 2.5 mile commute each way which would just require me carrying packed lunch.. chain and maybe a spare set of clothes if it is raining.
cycle around london in parks and on roads
cycle to the local shops, but i'd use a backpack for that
What i don't want to do:
Bunny hops.
Off roading
major grocery shopping
>30 mile cycles (though i might want to do the odd one once ina blue moon)
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Well in that case, just about anything will do for such a short distance. The Trek is fine, as will be just about anything else you like. How much is the Trek over there ? I think the only issue is how much you are willing to spend.
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I've ridden THIS TREK DISTRICT and LOVED it! The color is great, the ride position was nice, belt drive was silent! Was such a great bike to ride. Really didnt weight too much either! Plus, in my opinion, it is a very nice looking bike. Would be great for what you are doing around town.
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Try to get the newer version of the Gates drive, with the centering groove. Supposedly replacement chainrings (beltrings?) and cogs are much cheaper.
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People love to hate trek because it is a big huge company that makes bikes in china. The truth is I used to be the same way until I wanted a commuter for work, rack and fender and gears etc. I bought the trek soho with 8 speed internal hub and belt drive. It has been an amazing bike and I wouldn't think twice about doing it again. I just ordered a 2011 Trek District Belt Drive because they were 50% off, apparently the blue color didn't catch on. Everyone I know that has tried a belt drive has loved it. They aren't as rare anymore, gears are easy to find now and the belt is stronger than a chain.
I don't know if you are in fact getting the belt drive model but either way, nothing wrong with a trek district.
I don't know if you are in fact getting the belt drive model but either way, nothing wrong with a trek district.
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I've test rode a district, fun bike.
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dont buy them because they are trek, you are in london get a raleigh
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