I went to several bike stores yesterday. Mostly road bikes and mtb with not much between. But I did see the Trek FX series. They are very nice bikes. I have a 2003 Trek road bike that I'm very happy with. What I really want is the Portland, but alas, it exists no more. I think you'll be very happy with that bike. All you need are fenders and you're set for winter. I like all the additions :-)