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Old 08-18-24 | 08:56 AM
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Bikes: 2022 Fuel EX 8, 2021 Domane SL6, Black Beta (Nashbar frame), 2004 Trek 1000C for the trainer

The main problem with the Checkpoint is it is not rated to carry as high a load as the 520. Gearing you can for the most part get close.

There is the Trek 1120 and their Dual Sport.

There are some 520s at shops. A few months ago it was possible to use the Trek web site to find them. I don’t know how to do it now. But I remember a Trek dealer on Charlottesville Va had a couple. It would be tedious but you’d have to search for dealers and see if they list them.

Edit Maybe one in CA


Best bet is n+1. Get a Trek you could use like a mountain bike. Or find a friend that wants a Trek and buy for them. The shop for a heavyweight touring bike.

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