the_noctuary

Hi, all! I'm an absolute novice when it comes to bicycling (I rode a cheap magna glacier point for years as a teenager and younger adult), and I'm in the market to purchase a better-quality used one on Craigslist (complete newbie to that as well, but it was recommended for affordable vintage bikes). I plan to use it primarily for workout purposes, as well as for general cruising around town and on some park trails and such. I came across a green Trek 720 Multitrack on Craigslist, selling for $100 from someone who tells me he sells and repairs bikes for a living. He writes that everything is in great working order and ready to ride, but I wondered if anyone else could provide more insight? Based on a Google search, it appears it could be from 1999, but I'm unsure. Visually, I adore it, and the price seems decent from what I've read, but any help would be SO appreciated since I don't want to screw myself over as a newbie! It looks to be in good shape, though, and the color is fantastic. Thank you so much in advance (currently trying to find a way to post images, as I don't seem to have enough points to do so)!

EDIT: Apparently I can't yet post images, so the only thing I can do is suggest that one search on the Kansas City craigslist for "Trek 720." A green 17" bicycle in Smithville will be the first option to appear. I'm sorry that I can't post images for ease!

Oneder

As long as it fits you and is in nice condition it is a pretty good deal. You could probably find similar for same price or cheaper, but if everything works and you are happy with it I'd probably just pull the trigger.

Clang

Assist:

Trek 720 womens hybrid 17 inch frame - $100 (Smithville)

https://kansascity.craigslist.org/bi...579175362.html



Based on the color and decals, you were right about it being a 1999 model. Specs here:
https://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/...k%20&model=720

Price seems OK to me. It will be a big upgrade over your old Magna. Looks like it has new-ish tires. The saddle has been changed to a big, puffy gel one.

MRT2

I would not use that saddle but apart from that, the bike looks pretty good. If it actually is in ready to ride condition, $100 for an old Trek 720 is a bargain. Those frames are, IMO, much nicer than modern entry level hybrid frames.

Oneder

For an upright bike the puffy saddle is better than a hard saddle, not to mention way cheaper. I got a bell 820 comfort saddle a while ago, what a butt saver that turned out to be.

TugaDude

lostarchitect 

That's a good price on a bike that will be a major upgrade from the Magna. Looks like it's in good shape.

brdeleo49

Yeah, looks like a nice "entry level" bike for you. Buy it and ride a few times to get a feel for the "puffy" seat and handle bar position. Make sure you adjust the seat for optimum pedal efficiency, and adjust the handle bars for comfort when going for a longer cruise. All in all, yeah nice bike. Enjoy....

67tony 

Yes, buy it.
You will love the upright posture of this bike, and the triple gives you many gears to navigate hills.

evergrey2018

At that price, you can afford the upgrades you might need. Much better than a 100 dollar brand new store bike!