Trek FX 7.2 vs Giant Escape 2???
02-06-15, 01:03 AM
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Trek FX 7.2 vs Giant Escape 2???
I have already tried the Giant (actually the Liv Alight 2 which is the womens model).
Before I buy it, I am wondering if I should try a Trek also?
I am a newbie and know next to nothing. Have not ridden a bike in over 20 years. Just looking for something to ride with my kids, and also for fun & fitness.
I definitely want ease and comfort.
Would love opinions, comparisons, and pros and cons of these two bikes.
Thanks!!
Before I buy it, I am wondering if I should try a Trek also?
I am a newbie and know next to nothing. Have not ridden a bike in over 20 years. Just looking for something to ride with my kids, and also for fun & fitness.
I definitely want ease and comfort.
Would love opinions, comparisons, and pros and cons of these two bikes.
Thanks!!
02-06-15, 02:09 AM
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I have already tried the Giant (actually the Liv Alight 2 which is the womens model).
Before I buy it, I am wondering if I should try a Trek also?
I am a newbie and know next to nothing. Have not ridden a bike in over 20 years. Just looking for something to ride with my kids, and also for fun & fitness.
I definitely want ease and comfort.
Would love opinions, comparisons, and pros and cons of these two bikes.
Thanks!!
Before I buy it, I am wondering if I should try a Trek also?
I am a newbie and know next to nothing. Have not ridden a bike in over 20 years. Just looking for something to ride with my kids, and also for fun & fitness.
I definitely want ease and comfort.
Would love opinions, comparisons, and pros and cons of these two bikes.
Thanks!!
02-06-15, 11:07 AM
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Definitely - I was thinking I was going to get the Giant Escape 1 until I rode the Trek 7.4 and found that the 7.4 was a much better ride for me. This stuff is very subjective, gotta try them yourself.
02-06-15, 03:31 PM
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Thanks so much for the feedback.
I spent the day driving back & forth between the Trek store & the Giant/Liv store (and stopped at a 3rd bike store in between...but waaaay out of my price range!!).
I now see what everyone means when the bike fits you will know (I didn't think I would be able to tell).
The Trek was so much more comfortable for me. I really loved it!!
So, I ordered one and should have it in about a week.
I cannot wait!!!!!!
I spent the day driving back & forth between the Trek store & the Giant/Liv store (and stopped at a 3rd bike store in between...but waaaay out of my price range!!).
I now see what everyone means when the bike fits you will know (I didn't think I would be able to tell).
The Trek was so much more comfortable for me. I really loved it!!
So, I ordered one and should have it in about a week.
I cannot wait!!!!!!
02-06-15, 09:48 PM
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Thanks so much for the feedback.
I spent the day driving back & forth between the Trek store & the Giant/Liv store (and stopped at a 3rd bike store in between...but waaaay out of my price range!!).
I now see what everyone means when the bike fits you will know (I didn't think I would be able to tell).
The Trek was so much more comfortable for me. I really loved it!!
So, I ordered one and should have it in about a week.
I cannot wait!!!!!!
I spent the day driving back & forth between the Trek store & the Giant/Liv store (and stopped at a 3rd bike store in between...but waaaay out of my price range!!).
I now see what everyone means when the bike fits you will know (I didn't think I would be able to tell).
The Trek was so much more comfortable for me. I really loved it!!
So, I ordered one and should have it in about a week.
I cannot wait!!!!!!
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02-07-15, 05:04 PM
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Take a look at the Fuji Absolute line as well. They are a great value. If you have a Performance Bicycle store in your area, they probably have discounted 2014 models as well (or you can go to their website). Giant and Trek make great bikes as well.
Ride a bunch before you buy!
Ride a bunch before you buy!
02-07-15, 05:55 PM
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Take a look at the Fuji Absolute line as well. They are a great value. If you have a Performance Bicycle store in your area, they probably have discounted 2014 models as well (or you can go to their website). Giant and Trek make great bikes as well.
Ride a bunch before you buy!
Ride a bunch before you buy!
02-07-15, 06:20 PM
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