Bike Forums - Trek 710 project

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Originally Posted by engineerbob (Post 18680251)

The 710 was completed two days ago. After a few miles of testing, I taped the bars today.

At the risk of bragging, I really like how this build turned out. The frame is stable on the fast descents I encounter around here, but it also feels responsive. I doubt that anyone would describe the frame as feeling dead.

As has been pointed out, a larger frame would probably be a better fit. The current seat post and stem appear to be extended too far. OK, but it does not feel cramped.

The crank is a Sugino with 26-36-46: even spacing that with a Sora triple FD shifts better than I expected. I’m glad that I routed the cable under the BB.

The cassette is a nine-speed 12-36 Hyperglide controlled by a long-cage Deore RD and DA bar-end shifters. Again, better results than I expected.

The dual-pivot Tektro calipers are strong and quiet. No complaints.

I will be eager to see how the 720 compares. Yes they both have full 531 frames, but it would not surprise me if the 720’s is stiffer due to its intended use as a touring bike.

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My 720 and my 730 are ENTIRELY different.

Where the 730 is much more 'lively' and 'springy' the 720 is much more stable, as much as you can compare them. Compared to my 620, the 720 is more "springy," and it's a bit more of a fair comparison- with pretty much the same geometry.

I find that Trek geometry to be ultimately comfortable, to the point that bikes with shorter top tubes feel 'alien' to me. It takes a while to get adjusted.

If you do run into another Trek frame that fits you- I'll take you up on the offer to buy the frame/fork it! :D