Trek 1999 720 Older Hybrid Bike Reviews

Price Paid:  $200.00

Favorite Ride:
1994 Trek 720

Bike Setup:
Completely stock.

Summary:
I have had the bicycle since 1998 and it is a joy to ride. I am 6'3, so it's hard to find a bike that "fits" for lack of a better term. The way the bike is built allows me to nearly sit up which avoids back pain while riding. My trips generally average 10-20 miles.

Strengths:
Nice rigid frame, twist shift still works fine after 18 years. No problem with gear jumping or shifting. Great value for the money.

Weaknesses:
Rather basic, no suspension, but suspensions weren't as common in 94 as they are today.

Similar Products Used:
Dept store bicycles. Failure of dept store bicycles have caused me 2 injuries. The bottom bracket catastrophically failed while pedaling up a hill which caused my knee to slam into the handlebars which caused the bike to go over. and me to land on my arm and had to roll 6 miles home. Stay away from dept store bikes.

Price Paid:  $375.00 at Bike Works Corning N

Favorite Ride:
Trek

Bike Setup:
Low rise drag handlebars.
gel seat
cut down fenders
mountain rack and avenir bag

Summary:
After usng a Raleigh hybrid during bike tour in the west of Ireland, I bought this bike new in the fall of 99 for $375 as soon as I got back. Thought that was an insane amount to spend on a bicycle! 12 years later wouldn't trade it for any other. Love my Trekkie!. Just spent $160 for an overhaul from the same place I bought it 12 years ago and it's like new again. Perfect bike for me and everyone who rides it, loves it. Nuff said.

Strengths:
Strong. Absolutely dependable. Great lines; pretty to look at. Fun to ride! MADE IN USA!

Weaknesses:
Compared to what?

Similar Products Used:
Cheap clunks from department stores

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
I love this bike. I took it as a touring bike when I rode down from San Francisco and Los Angeles. Took it on dirt trails. Despit all that, it still works well despite my lack of care for it. However, despite never professionally tuned it lasted me well for 4 years before sorta coming to it's end these past few years. Frames still holding up after a few crashes and the wear and tell of a road trip.

Strengths:
Sturdy, parts lasted for many years.

Weaknesses:
Good for what it is a hybrid. Shifting on the front dereullirs (spelling) was problematic.

Price Paid:  $100.00 at private sale

Favorite Ride:
Minuteman bike path

Bike Setup:
Stock (8 years ago)

Summary:
I purchased an older Trek 720 but the bike just keeps going!
I ride mostly street with the occasional off road (light).

Strengths:
well built and durable,but light weight for travel.

Weaknesses:
a bit stiff, need to install front suspension

Price Paid:  $100.00 at a pawn shop

Favorite Ride:
Green River Trail

Bike Setup:
Stock. The only thing I'm changing are the pedals. Going to the clip-ins.

Summary:
I came across the Trek 720 by accident. I frequent pawn shops for diamonds in the rough. Knowing the Trek name, I knew this bike had potential. It is in excellent shape and I pretty much stole it at the price I paid. This bike will be my conditioning bike because I mainly mountain bike.

Strengths:
Light weight. A geometric frame It's a perfect size.

Weaknesses:
None. I'm not a racer and so far my longest road trip has been 33 miles. The only review I need is how the bike performs for me, not the dislikes someone else has about it.

Similar Products Used:
other road bikes and mountain bikes