1999 Trek 2100 Composite!
07-14-06, 05:06 PM
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1999 Trek 2100 Composite!
I just bought it off ebay for $330 (shipping to be decided)
I saw an earlier thread about the longevity of composite bikes, but it seems to focus on bikes of earlier make than the one I bought.
https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/68067-carbon-fibre-frame-longetivity.html
I was wondering if anyone has this specific bike or perhaps a 2120 that could give me pointers on maintenance and general comments. I don't know how much the previous owner rode it, but I'd hope that the aluminum parts haven't been cycled to the point of cracking yet. I was actually looking for a steel bike, but this seemed like too good of a deal to pass up. The item can be seen at:
https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=260006630999
I saw an earlier thread about the longevity of composite bikes, but it seems to focus on bikes of earlier make than the one I bought.
https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/68067-carbon-fibre-frame-longetivity.html
I was wondering if anyone has this specific bike or perhaps a 2120 that could give me pointers on maintenance and general comments. I don't know how much the previous owner rode it, but I'd hope that the aluminum parts haven't been cycled to the point of cracking yet. I was actually looking for a steel bike, but this seemed like too good of a deal to pass up. The item can be seen at:
https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=260006630999
07-14-06, 05:36 PM
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I used to ride a 1999 Trek 2300, which is probably same frame as yours (Carbon seattube, downtube and top tube - aluminum lugs and stays). My 2300 was stock with Shimano 600 (precursor to Ultegra) components and had STI shifters. On my 2300, the aluminum was purple. I've seen other Trek composite frames where the aluminum was painted neon yellow. Is the aluminum on yours refinished, because I've never seen that color before?
I've read rumors about the carbon tubes seperating from the aluminum lugs, but when I did some research online, I got the impression that problems of this sort were fairly rare. I don't think that any specific maintenance is required for this frame - it's pretty tough. It's pretty comfortable, but it's not a stiff frame, so if you're heavy or a very strong rider, you will notice flex. The frame itself is pretty light, but the aluminum fork is kind of heavy. If you want to make upgrades, I'd recommend buying a carbon fork (I did). You'll probably save at least 3/4 of a pound by just changing the fork.
I still own the Trek frame. I didn't have any problems with it, but I bought a Cervelo Soloist frame and swapped all the components from my Trek to the Cervelo. I still have the Trek frame in a box at home. I'll probably sell it on ebay when I have a chance.
I've read rumors about the carbon tubes seperating from the aluminum lugs, but when I did some research online, I got the impression that problems of this sort were fairly rare. I don't think that any specific maintenance is required for this frame - it's pretty tough. It's pretty comfortable, but it's not a stiff frame, so if you're heavy or a very strong rider, you will notice flex. The frame itself is pretty light, but the aluminum fork is kind of heavy. If you want to make upgrades, I'd recommend buying a carbon fork (I did). You'll probably save at least 3/4 of a pound by just changing the fork.
I still own the Trek frame. I didn't have any problems with it, but I bought a Cervelo Soloist frame and swapped all the components from my Trek to the Cervelo. I still have the Trek frame in a box at home. I'll probably sell it on ebay when I have a chance.
07-14-06, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Sprocket Man
I used to ride a 1999 Trek 2300, which is probably same frame as yours (Carbon seattube, downtube and top tube - aluminum lugs and stays). My 2300 was stock with Shimano 600 (precursor to Ultegra) components and had STI shifters. On my 2300, the aluminum was purple. I've seen other Trek composite frames where the aluminum was painted neon yellow. Is the aluminum on yours refinished, because I've never seen that color before?
I've read rumors about the carbon tubes seperating from the aluminum lugs, but when I did some research online, I got the impression that problems of this sort were fairly rare. I don't think that any specific maintenance is required for this frame - it's pretty tough. It's pretty comfortable, but it's not a stiff frame, so if you're heavy or a very strong rider, you will notice flex. The frame itself is pretty light, but the aluminum fork is kind of heavy. If you want to make upgrades, I'd recommend buying a carbon fork (I did). You'll probably save at least 3/4 of a pound by just changing the fork.
I still own the Trek frame. I didn't have any problems with it, but I bought a Cervelo Soloist frame and swapped all the components from my Trek to the Cervelo. I still have the Trek frame in a box at home. I'll probably sell it on ebay when I have a chance.
I've read rumors about the carbon tubes seperating from the aluminum lugs, but when I did some research online, I got the impression that problems of this sort were fairly rare. I don't think that any specific maintenance is required for this frame - it's pretty tough. It's pretty comfortable, but it's not a stiff frame, so if you're heavy or a very strong rider, you will notice flex. The frame itself is pretty light, but the aluminum fork is kind of heavy. If you want to make upgrades, I'd recommend buying a carbon fork (I did). You'll probably save at least 3/4 of a pound by just changing the fork.
I still own the Trek frame. I didn't have any problems with it, but I bought a Cervelo Soloist frame and swapped all the components from my Trek to the Cervelo. I still have the Trek frame in a box at home. I'll probably sell it on ebay when I have a chance.
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Originally Posted by MistaMuShu
Thanks for the info. I doubt I'll notice the frame flex since I'm a beginner to cycling and also only 145 pounds. Do you have any ideas how much the frame weighs stock? I couldn't find the specifications sheet online for the frame.
