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nuliajuk
a CommuterDate Reviewed: November 7, 2010
Strengths: The hub gear is very user friendly in traffic as you can shift even while stopped at an intersection. The disc brakes offer great stopping power in all conditions. For my short commute, the steeply sloping top tube is also a plus, as I can ride in a skirt or dress in a pinch - it offers almost as much clearance as a mixte. (Something I've never found in my size.)
I didn't expect to like the pegged platform pedals, but they're great for city riding.
I can hammer hard on this bike without feeling any flex and the wheels are still true despite the bad roads in this city.Weaknesses: The ride is very harsh compared to my old steel touring bike.
It's lucky I've never had a flat on the back wheel as getting the wheel off is a challenge.
I hate the break-away fender tabs. They kept coming loose while riding, so I crazy-glued them shut.
As with many disc brake bikes, it was difficult to fit a rack. (Why can't manufacturers put extra eyelets either side? Does rack fitting not occur to them?)Bottom Line: Mine is actually a 2008. The spot above only goes to 2007.
I bought this bike to commute on as my 23 year old touring bike was getting harder to find parts for. The disc brakes and hub gear seemed like practical solutions for everyday use.
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At: local bike shop
Similar Products Used: The closest bike I've had to this was an original Rocky Mountain Sherpa mountain bike (it wasn't a touring bike then) back in 1982.
Bike Setup: Came with fenders, but they aren't wide enough for 700 x 40C winter tires. I've added a rack and lighting system.
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