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11-30-09 | 12:11 PM

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gna

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Originally Posted by tjspiel

The same manufacturer makes the belt drive system for Trek's Soho. There was an extensive thread on that bike in this forum. I think the main knock against the belt drive (from people that have used it) is a squeak that had affected some of the bikes. I don't know how common it is or what if any fix exists.

I think a belt drive bike would be great for winter but personally I don't care for the Aerostream. Only 3 speeds and too cruiser like for my tastes. Nothing wrong with cruisers, just not something I want to commute on. YMMV.

I'll look for the thread on the Trek Soho. I was more worried about slipping, but the ease of maintenance appeals to me.

Well, I'm riding a Raleigh Sports to work now, so I'm used to 3-speeds.

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