Specialized Expedition Elite

Price Paid:  $459.00 at A1 Bike Shop, Herndo

Favorite Ride:
Wide, asphalt paths...uncrowded!

Summary:
Great looking bike. Built very sturdy and didn't need any upgrades. I may replace the saddle but that is it. I had to replace my old bike (4 months old) because it was too small for me causing lots of knee pain.

Strengths:
Rides effortless on trails and trainer

Weaknesses:
Saddle not as nice as on the 2003 bikes

Similar Products Used:
K2 Camano Hybrid Cruiser

Price Paid:  $499.00 at Marty's Reliable Cyc

Favorite Ride:
anywhere there is a road or trail

Bike Setup:
stock - didn't see the need to change anything except add a set of toeclips

Summary:
This was my first Hybrid and I am thrilled with the ride! Specialized packed a lot of bike into the Expedition Elite at a great price !

Strengths:
Smooth shifting, great breaks, light frame, easy to adjust for fit and feel

Weaknesses:
none that I have found so far

Similar Products Used:
Giant Iguana, Specialized Hardrock, a couple of Treks

Price Paid:  $700.00 at UK

Favorite Ride:
Downs Link UK

Bike Setup:
Standard

Summary:
If you want comfort on a bike that can go almost anywhere, then this one is for you. My first ride was 76 miles on a disused railway line (track removed, some mud, some blacktop, mostly gravel)no problems apart from running out of energy and "bonking" The riding position is great and the bike looks good.

Strengths:
Superb 27 speed shimano gears, excellent V brakes with good adjustable front supension and seat post suspension. Light frame

Weaknesses:
None that I have found yet, but I will fit some clipless pedals at some stage

Similar Products Used:
Many bikes over many years