F.S. 1983 Sekai 4000
09-06-15, 12:05 AM
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Assume I know almost nothing about bikes, particularly classic ones. In fact, most of the jargon in the post is lost on me.
I currently have a 2010 Trek 2.1 that is more than enough road bike for me.
However, I am looking to replace a 15 year old Trek mountain bike as a commuter. My complaints are that it is has a big heavy frame, large mountain bike tires, a bit of rust, and tons of squeaks. Rather than putting close to $200 in to it for tires and a tuneup, I am looking for a new commuter.
My plan is to go to my local shops today and see what they have in the $400 range. The Trek 7.0 FX comes to mind, but I'll let everyone give me their sales pitch.
SO, how would this fit the bill? Ready to ride? Superior to the hybrids I am looking for? It looks fancy, but that isn't what I am necessarily looking for. I would toss some fenders in it. And, primarily I want something that is fun to ride to work.
Give me your sales pitch.
I currently have a 2010 Trek 2.1 that is more than enough road bike for me.
However, I am looking to replace a 15 year old Trek mountain bike as a commuter. My complaints are that it is has a big heavy frame, large mountain bike tires, a bit of rust, and tons of squeaks. Rather than putting close to $200 in to it for tires and a tuneup, I am looking for a new commuter.
My plan is to go to my local shops today and see what they have in the $400 range. The Trek 7.0 FX comes to mind, but I'll let everyone give me their sales pitch.
SO, how would this fit the bill? Ready to ride? Superior to the hybrids I am looking for? It looks fancy, but that isn't what I am necessarily looking for. I would toss some fenders in it. And, primarily I want something that is fun to ride to work.
Give me your sales pitch.
IMHO modern bikes will be moving back in alignment with this style of bike, fast and comfortable
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09-06-15, 12:08 AM
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Hello,
I had that same bike new.
I broke the frame at the bottom bracket and it was replaced under warranty with a black one, I still have that but the fork is bent.
Unfortunately yours is too small, even more sad for me is I live in Tacoma too!
Just for kicks how long is the steering tube? I need 230mm
Bill
I had that same bike new.
I broke the frame at the bottom bracket and it was replaced under warranty with a black one, I still have that but the fork is bent.
Unfortunately yours is too small, even more sad for me is I live in Tacoma too!
Just for kicks how long is the steering tube? I need 230mm
Bill
This is a beautiful bike.
09-06-15, 03:18 PM
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https://www.benscycle.com/p-2499-nit...uill-stem.aspx
I have one; it's a beautiful quill stem.
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I'm going to bump this up. I can't believe this bike is still available. I'm hoping someone buys it before I do something crazy.
09-10-15, 04:20 PM
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:/ I kinda want to break my shins and force my bones to elongate.. then I could buy this one.
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I'm getting very upset about the still for sale status of this bike.
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I'm worried that I might do something a little crazy like buy the bike! It's a sweet looking bike.
09-17-15, 04:48 PM
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I've been looking for a bike for my 6' tall son who is coincidentally attending UPS in Tacoma. He is so rough on everything mechanical that he touches, I cringe at the idea of what might happen to your lovely bike in his hands. If I thought that he'd take care of it/not let it get stolen at school I'd be all over it! Very tempting...
09-17-15, 11:21 PM
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I've been looking for a bike for my 6' tall son who is coincidentally attending UPS in Tacoma. He is so rough on everything mechanical that he touches, I cringe at the idea of what might happen to your lovely bike in his hands. If I thought that he'd take care of it/not let it get stolen at school I'd be all over it! Very tempting...
09-18-15, 05:43 AM
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Enabler! 
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Sold to Saguaro. Thank you Craig, I hope you enjoy your new bike!
Can't wait to get it!!! Arizona riding season is just about here, woo hoo! Thanks for a smooth transaction @
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