ROB DS

No, @ 55 you're still under the 60 curmudgeon limit.....so you're safe for now. However we look forward to having you join our group in 5 short years. My 8.4 is also a 21" frame, I'm 6'3", 34" inseam and a spunky 175lbs. Ride safe & have fun all.
P.S. I thought a lateral flex is a play a limber quarterback does.

jackmeister

Thanks for the replies. Not disappointed with my 8.4, in fact I love it. The kickstand and bag with stuff under the seat certainly would account for 3-4# so 28# must be correct. I test rode the FX and you're right Steve, the heavier frame sure makes a difference in rideability/handling. I didn't want a road bike at this time so this was perfect for me.

epeezie

I really enjoyed the build of your 8.5 and decided to follow along, and my LBS ordered up the Crossrip Elite Carbon Fork for ~$150. It really lightened up the front and the bike is about 1 to 1.5 inches lower than with the suspension fork. However, I am tall and weigh a bit more than the average joe so it sits about .5" lower than when I was on the bike with the suspension fork.

The bike is a lot more nimble as you said and the front end weight loss is really significant.

Thanks for the help!

Oh BTW the bike is a 2015 8.4 and has a 22.5" frame.

JG1967

Very Nice! The Crossrip fork does make a huge difference plus you can't beat the price. The amount of weight removed from the front of the bike is significant like you said. I wouldn't hesitate to do it again and recommend it to any one looking for a cost effective carbon fork for the DS.

ColonelSanders

Do you know how much weight your bike lost with the swapping of forks, and what your bike weighs now?

epeezie

I don't have the exact weight as I don't have a scale, but holding both the weight was significant.

I was originally looking at this fork Bikeman Kona P2 Carbon Cross Disc Fork Tapered Steerer but decided prior to ordering see what my LBS could do for pricing on the Crossrip fork. The Crossrip fork is half the price of the Kona fork and has a bit longer axle to crown length. My bike is lower in the front and I do wish I would have bought a larger stem spacer now, but it's already cut and I'm pretty happy with it. If the stem height really bothers me later I'll buy and extension or an adjustable stem.

manc

Are the pedals much closer to the floor with this fork on?

epeezie

They are but nothing noticeable in regards to riding. It may change between frame sizes.

JG1967

I dropped 6lbs from my bike but I had other mods done too. Hard to say how much came from the fork alone.

BaBang

Can anyone recommend a mirror for my 8.4 DS, which has ergo grips? When riding trails... I like to listen to music... but want to be somewhat aware of things coming up from behind. Thx =)

BGBeck

I just signed on to ask the same thing. The LTD Mirrcycle?

ColonelSanders

The LTD Mirrycle is indeed the answer.

BaBang

Any videos/images of installing such a mirror? From what I can tell, it attaches on the end of the handle. Looking at some you-tube videos, it seems like people cut-off the rubber end to install these mirrors. But on my bike, the end seem to be some sort of hard plastic (may be difficult to cut off).

BGBeck

From Mirrycle's website: https://www.mirrycle.com/instructions...ish-german.pdf

Gorgin4325

Hi guys,

Does the 2015 DS 8.4 have a tapered or streight front fork/steerer?

looking at a new fork and dont want to get the wrong one.

Thanks guys.
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mikeymike8.6

Nice bike steve... What kickstand did you install ? Also what size do I need for my 2016 trek 8.6 ds.

ColonelSanders

Straight 1 & 1/8th inch

Gorgin4325

Thank you very much ColonelSanders.

vinuneuro

There is a Bontrager stand specific to the DS.

Bontrager Dual Sport Rear Mount Kickstand - Replacement Parts - Accessories -Trek Store

mikeymike8.6

Thanks for quick response. ...

Maniak

My first real bike 2015 Trek 8.3 DS!!! Took a couple rides this weekend love it but the roadies leave me behind.

BGBeck

Actually, no. I got the LTD for my '15 8.4 DS and when I pulled the cap off it was just the open end of the handlebar tube, not the triangular hole shown in the instructions. So it's back to the LBS to exchange for the "mountain bike" version.

manc

Nice. This is probably the best paint scheme for the DS.

Maniak

Thanks! The color combo definitely sold me. I know its sounds noobish but it did!

intransit1217

Nope. It's not a speed demon. But it does, as I've recently re-discovered, dual-sport very well. And if you chose it because of color, who cares? As long as you are happy with your purchase. Now go splash some puddles !