Previous bike was a 2006 Trek 7.3 FX. I plucked it off the local clist. After a several months I put the conti's on it, added ergon grips, and pedals. I know ppl on this forum suggested that I keep the bike but the 7.4 caught my eye as I learned more. the 7.4 is different, very smooth quiet ride and lighter. I am a 5'6" and come in at 152 lbs. I sold the previous bike.