performance hybrids
03-12-08 | 07:58 PM
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performance hybrids
We are considering purchasing a performance hybrid that we can use on the road generally, but also on packed gravel trails and to do some touring, and that is durable. We have checked out the following bikes generally in the $600-$700 range: Trek 7.3FX, Trek 7.5 (a bit more expensive), the Jamis Coda Sport, Specialized Sirrus, and the 2007 Fuji Absolute LX (at a good price of $599) -- which do you recommend?
03-12-08 | 08:05 PM
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My choice of the ones you list would be the Jamis, but I have quite an affection for steel. The Sirrus apparently doesn't handle as well as it could off road.
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03-12-08 | 08:06 PM
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03-13-08 | 11:17 AM
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If you want clearance for bigger knobbier tires that will handle the trails better, look at the Treks. They won't be as comfy on skinny tires but will likely handle 38c or 40c tires without fenders. And forget about the suspension fork if you're going to ride 90% road and shorter trail sections. They're OK if your spending less time on the road and riding longer rail trails and the like.
I've heard the Sirrus has a more road-ish geometry which could be problematic if you hit the trails and lack solid bike handling skills.
03-13-08 | 11:49 AM
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We are considering purchasing a performance hybrid that we can use on the road generally, but also on packed gravel trails and to do some touring, and that is durable. We have checked out the following bikes generally in the $600-$700 range: Trek 7.3FX, Trek 7.5 (a bit more expensive), the Jamis Coda Sport, Specialized Sirrus, and the 2007 Fuji Absolute LX (at a good price of $599) -- which do you recommend?
