Originally Posted by
Humongous
johnny, thanks and yes I was on that track looking at Trek, Specialized, Giant & even the Cannondales (which are on the pricier side).
I definitely want something as light as I can afford, but at the same time I want to build up my endurance to the point where I can ride in a century without destroying my back or posterior so maybe a bit more of a relaxed geometry?
From my internet research I'm liking the Trek 2.1. How would something like that stack up to something like a Specialized Sequoia? While the Specialized is most likely heavier & less aerodynamic, is it going to be that much more comfortable, if at all?
I bought a Trek 2.1 last weekend and I love it. I had a Trek 7.3fx hybrid previously and this bike simply blows it out of the water. As previously mentioned, there are A LOT of other bikes in your price range, so test ride some before you make the final decision.
Just my .02