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Nickarus
a Commuter
from Date Reviewed: November 23, 2009
Strengths: Lightest bike I've ever owned. Fastest bike I've ever owned. All stock parts are still fully operational (sans the seat post), with due care given to upkeep and maintenance. Bike is very good value for the price I paid.Weaknesses: Suspension seat post has the same squeaky, rotating issue others are mentioning. I find it annoying but not yet enough so to replace it. It's only noticeable on steep climbs when I'm swaying my frame for extra leverage.
Also weak is the front/rear derailleurs which I seem to need to tweak every 4th ride or so to keep the full range of gears... maybe that's normal?
People complain about the saddle/tires but I've had no issues. A nice pair of bike shorts is a highly recommended investment however.Bottom Line: Purchased this nervously as my first road bike ever, so it was an awkward start but I'm really glad I made the jump. This bike is a blast to ride, I get compliments for it's sharp appearance (I keep it in good shape), and I'm suprised now that something of such quality can be found second-hand for so little in cost (it seemed like a lot at the point of purchase but I have a better perspective now).
Favorite Ride: Anywhere I can get sidetracked on my way from point A to point B
Price Paid:
$240.00
Purchased At: Craigslist (Kansas C
Similar Products Used: This is my first road bike.
Bike Setup: Added lights, rack, 2 bottle cages, handpump, first aid kit, new grip tape and computer. Otherwise everything is stock and in fine condition.
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Edward
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: August 25, 2009
Strengths: Comfortable on long rides. Components are adequate.Weaknesses: Noisy seat and bottom bracket.Bottom Line: I have enjoyed my comfortable bike. I did remove the seat post, mainly because it was squeaky. The bottom bracket has now developed some noise when torque is applied on a climb.
Favorite Ride: Lancaster Day Ride
Price Paid:
$1.00
Purchased At: friend gifted me
Similar Products Used: ancient Cannondale SR900 - no problems.
Bike Setup: 56cm, recently replaced tires. Components have worked well.
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jeff
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: February 21, 2009
Strengths: Solid performer, handles comfortably, not a racer.Weaknesses: Heavy. Seat post was the first thing I trashed.Bottom Line: It is a solid, reliable bike that is great for a beginner. It is a bit heavy but if you don't ride with Lance it doesn't really matter. The bike was a great training tool and fun on kinds of rides. Worth every penny but it's inexpensive makeup is why it is a bit heavy.
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At: friend
Similar Products Used: Trek 1200, Trek FX 7.2
Bike Setup: Stock except for steering stem and seat post.
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Bill
a Commuter
from Date Reviewed: August 4, 2008
Strengths: Dependable, seems to handle wellWeaknesses: The shock absorber post can wear out and allow the seat to twist.Bottom Line: My son rode the bike across the country (4,000 Miles in 65 days). I took it of his hands in Utah where I rode it to work for about a year (not in the snow). The shock absorber post had worn out so I replaced it with a standard post. The stock seat was terrible so I replaced that. I now live in the south east and commute 2-3 days a week. It is my first real bike and I like it a lot. I had to change out the rear cassette to handle the hills in Utah. I have fitted it with rear panniers and logged about 700 miles this year in commuting.
Favorite Ride: To work
Price Paid:
$650.00
Purchased At: Do recall
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Sean0526
a Commuter
from Date Reviewed: October 28, 2007
Strengths: It has none.Weaknesses: Start at the front and work your way to the rear, and pick a part. It's weak.Bottom Line: I hate it! I'm 50 and the kid in the store I think was selling some old guy a bike and this slow poke thing is what I wound up with.
It's been in the shop twice, once because the derailleur literally exploded within a month of buying it stranding me almost ten miles from my car. This year the crankset developed a click at the one o'clock position. The brakes were sticking, and apparently the "3 year" service policy doesn't apply at 28 months since I was charged for my last visit. I do not recommend this company nor this store
I owned a Nishiki for 14 years before this and it was in the shop once when I bounced it off a curb. Other than that it went through six sets of tires in 14 years and required nothing other than routine maintenance. Wish I cold have found another new one of those. People can make fun but at least I got to ride that and it was enjoyable.
It's like the Cadillac commercial, when you turn on your bike does it return the favor? This one needs viagra.
This is the only Trek I will ever own. I think I wasted my money, and next spring this thing is outta here.
Favorite Ride: Trek 1000C
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: Trekbke store kc
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