Trinityheart8891
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hey guys
looking at a new bike, an 09 trek 7.2 FX WSD any advice/ opinions?
looking at a new bike, an 09 trek 7.2 FX WSD any advice/ opinions?
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depends what you want to do with it. what are your plans.
regardless, i'd change out the handlebars. i'm partial to the brahma zoom
bars and a girvin flexstem. otherwise, at least add a set of bar ends.
and why the straight forks?
regardless, i'd change out the handlebars. i'm partial to the brahma zoom
bars and a girvin flexstem. otherwise, at least add a set of bar ends.
and why the straight forks?
Philip B
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Bicycle
Bicycle
Trek makes some nice bicycles. Take the time to find a shop that will take the time to fit the bicycle you are considering purchasing and allow you to do a test ride that's more than a few minutes long. You might also want to do comparison test rides on different bicycles.
When I purchased my road bike I went in with every intention of purchasing a Trek, but liked the fit and ride of a Specialized better. A good bike shop will take the time to do a decent test ride fit to make sure you're purchasing a bicycle that will work well for you.
There are lots of good bicycle shops out there. Find one that has people you feel comfortable with and has a good service department.
While riding over 2000 miles last summer I quickly learned the value of having inner tubes with Slime in them to prevent flats.
Enjoy the ride!
-Philip
Bicycle
Trek makes some nice bicycles. Take the time to find a shop that will take the time to fit the bicycle you are considering purchasing and allow you to do a test ride that's more than a few minutes long. You might also want to do comparison test rides on different bicycles.
When I purchased my road bike I went in with every intention of purchasing a Trek, but liked the fit and ride of a Specialized better. A good bike shop will take the time to do a decent test ride fit to make sure you're purchasing a bicycle that will work well for you.
There are lots of good bicycle shops out there. Find one that has people you feel comfortable with and has a good service department.
While riding over 2000 miles last summer I quickly learned the value of having inner tubes with Slime in them to prevent flats.
Enjoy the ride!
-Philip
Trinityheart8891
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hey guys
thanks for the advice, I ended upgrading a couple notches and got the trek 7.5 FX WSD
http://www.trekbikes.com/women/wsd_products/bikes/bike_path/75fxwsd/
I'm excited to bring it home and start riding, I couldnt bring it home today because of time issues between clinical and work, but in the meantime they are putting a nicer saddle on it and checking it over, they fitted it to me, I tried out a road bike and I wasnt comfortable, this bike just felt natural. I'm picking it up first thing tomorrow
woo hoo!
thanks for the advice, I ended upgrading a couple notches and got the trek 7.5 FX WSD
http://www.trekbikes.com/women/wsd_products/bikes/bike_path/75fxwsd/
I'm excited to bring it home and start riding, I couldnt bring it home today because of time issues between clinical and work, but in the meantime they are putting a nicer saddle on it and checking it over, they fitted it to me, I tried out a road bike and I wasnt comfortable, this bike just felt natural. I'm picking it up first thing tomorrow
woo hoo!
T
twobike
I have a Trek Women's specific mountain bike, and I love it. I'm only 5' and it fits me perfect.
Sharon
Sharon
Trinityheart8891
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Dyna,
yea, it is a road bike, but its a hybrid, its got some beefier tires, its made for commuting/recreation
I rode it 9.8 miles today, it felt awesome, I am SO out of shape right now, and tomorrow's probably going to suck, but I love it!
yea, it is a road bike, but its a hybrid, its got some beefier tires, its made for commuting/recreation
I rode it 9.8 miles today, it felt awesome, I am SO out of shape right now, and tomorrow's probably going to suck, but I love it!
Debbie
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Dear Trinity, that is a beautiful bike! I'm so glad you got it and enjoying it. You will fall in love with riding, just take it slow at first, keep at it, don't let a week go by without riding, and increase you mileage and speed slowly. I got my bike last summer and have about 750 miles on it, I'm going for 1000 
I just ride 2x's a week and try not to miss a week. I also have flat handle bars and love them, I have a Giant. HAVE FUN !!!! Debbie
I just ride 2x's a week and try not to miss a week. I also have flat handle bars and love them, I have a Giant. HAVE FUN !!!! Debbie Philip B
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Upgrade
Upgrade
Good move with the upgrade. The shifters on your new bike are much better than those on the bike you were initially considering. The carbon fork is also a nice upgrade. Carbon flexes nicely to give a smooth ride.
-Philip
Upgrade
Good move with the upgrade. The shifters on your new bike are much better than those on the bike you were initially considering. The carbon fork is also a nice upgrade. Carbon flexes nicely to give a smooth ride.
-Philip
Debbie
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Trinity, how's the bike riding coming???
Let us know-- Debbie
Let us know-- Debbie
Trinityheart8891
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Hey debbie,
riding is ok, furthest I've made it is 12.6 miles so far, I have been trying to ride as much as I can, but school is winding down and graduation is looming so life is crazy. I love the bike, and actually have to beat myself off the thing (think bulldog with a bone) when I get into riding it I'm actually surprized at how well I am riding, I've done 12 miles on 40 mins I think and having a good bike makes all the difference, I'll update more when I have more time to enjoy it
thanks
later
riding is ok, furthest I've made it is 12.6 miles so far, I have been trying to ride as much as I can, but school is winding down and graduation is looming so life is crazy. I love the bike, and actually have to beat myself off the thing (think bulldog with a bone) when I get into riding it I'm actually surprized at how well I am riding, I've done 12 miles on 40 mins I think and having a good bike makes all the difference, I'll update more when I have more time to enjoy it
thanks
later
