Originally Posted by
mrsocal
Hello,
I recently saw the 2013 Trek 7.7 FX at our LBS and I was very impressed. Other than the dual crank vs the triple for the 7.9 FX, is there any major differences between these two bikes? Also, if I'm considering chosing between a 2010 7.9 FX almost new and a new 2013 7.7 FX, which one would be a better bike? Your thoughts please.
Thanks.
I don't have any knowledge of the 2010 Trek line. But be careful trying to make comparisons -- especially ones based on stats...
For example: in the DS line, the 2013's are virtually completely different bikes from the 2012's due to a major redesign of the frame.
And: in the FX line, the bikes change character in a dramatic way as you move up the curve from the bottom level to the top level. The top level heads towards racing road bikes while the lower levels tend to be more general-purpose hybrids.
Perhaps the answer to your question is: ride them both and see which feels better to you and will best meet your needs...