Originally Posted by
Axiom
Yeah, I plan on buying a much more expensive Trek, but this one caught my eye because it seems perfect for me right now. And they sell their bikes at the same price the Trek website does. I assume they make their money of the labor and accessories they sell, and not really the bikes. Anyway, I do plan on buying a computer and lights, biking shorts, and gloves. I really appreciate everyone's help, and you are going to make my purchase even more pleasurable than it would have been if I haven't asked.
I see it like this: It's like purchasing a brand new BMW (Trek) instead of a Honda (Wal-mart). The BMW has cheaper, low end models, but they are far superior than a Honda. Even the bottom of the line Trek beats the top of the line Wal-mart bike. I cannot wait until I get it -- I will, as you mentioned, ride the wheels off this bike.
@Cyccommute
Do you know what the 7.2FX weighs in at? And the weight capacity of the bike? I am a Clydesdale and part of my concern would be the durability of the bike at a bulk 285Lbs. I know for a fact that my current Wal-Mart Schwinn weighs nearly 50Lbs.
No, I'm not sure of the weight. But, given the level of components on it, I'd put the weight at around 30 lbs. That's as it sits in the showroom. Anything you add will add weight to the bike.