Originally Posted by
goraman
I disagree, the cheaper Shimano derailleurs don't hold adjustment as long or shift nearly as smooth as Acera and above that.
Acera is the lowest down the line I would settle for if you plan on putting miles on your bike and keeping it for some time with out upgrading.And if the bike is at least that high up the component ranking then most likely the rest of the bike will be good quality too.
The Trek 7.3 FX looks like a well made and well thought out bike to me.
7.3 FX | FX | Fitness bikes | City bikes | Bikes | Trek Bikes
And it's just over 24 lbs as is.
It's reasonably priced for all that you get. And Trek has a stellar reputation.
An Acera rear derailleur is a $20 or $25 part.