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08-16-20, 06:49 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Whether the name is 7.1 FX for for FX-1, etc, the...

Whether the name is 7.1 FX for for FX-1, etc, the 1 is the first bike in the series. Unless is there is a 7.0. As you move up in quality components, the number increments. 7.1 > 7.2 > 7.3 etc...
03-17-19, 06:54 PM
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Posted By cb5107

You can probably figure out the specific year of...

You can probably figure out the specific year of your bike by checking through the TREK archives. Each year typically has a different color scheme and sticker arrangement so you can figure it out by...
11-18-17, 03:11 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Thought I answered but don't see my response. ...

Thought I answered but don't see my response. These are Ergon GP5 grips from Amazon. Easy to find and fairly popular.

https://www.amazon.com/Ergon-GR9576-P-GP5-Grips/dp/B00PUGAFFY
11-06-17, 05:27 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Ergon GP5 from Amazon.

Ergon GP5 from Amazon.
10-20-17, 05:57 PM
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Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

2018 Trek FX-S 5 Photos with some upgrades

Here is the final setup for my 2018 FX-S5. This has the 110/17 degree stem and 40mm rise bars to make up for the fact that I am in between bike sizes and I picked the smaller 20 inch over the 22...
10-18-17, 04:22 AM
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Posted By cb5107

When I get a chance, I will take a few photos and...

When I get a chance, I will take a few photos and post them.

As far as fit goes, I would recommend also that you try a 17.5 and see how you fit on it. If it truly is better, then check the...
10-16-17, 05:48 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Great looking bike!

Great looking bike!
10-16-17, 05:42 PM
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Posted By cb5107

I am in between bike sizes and have opted for the...

I am in between bike sizes and have opted for the smaller frame. I use a 110mm 17 degree rise stem to get some additional length and height. In addition, I have a 40mm rise Bontrager mountain bike...
09-13-17, 08:00 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Nice looking bike for sure. The CX tires on the...

Nice looking bike for sure. The CX tires on the FX series works well.
08-20-17, 07:55 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Here in Maryland, Race Pace Bike shop will swap...

Here in Maryland, Race Pace Bike shop will swap stems for free until you are happy. (Same stem cost group of course). They also included a free fitting with my recent purchase. Just bought my 3rd...
08-20-17, 07:53 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Thats a great way to do a bike upgrade!. Now...

Thats a great way to do a bike upgrade!. Now look for that broken FX 6 :)
08-06-17, 04:57 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Great setup. Thanks for sharing.

Great setup. Thanks for sharing.
08-06-17, 04:49 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Great. I did not know they has an FX S4. Glad...

Great. I did not know they has an FX S4. Glad you could get one. Just looked it up online. Very nice. Only .6Lbs heavier than the carbon model above it (5) and it looks like it has the new...
07-14-17, 10:38 AM
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Posted By cb5107

Thanks for the note. I used an Olympus...

Thanks for the note.
I used an Olympus EM5-Mk2 with a Panasonic 12-35/2.8 lens. There are cheaper options that give the same photo quality. Feel free to PM me if you want more info. The only...
07-14-17, 07:12 AM
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Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

After I add my heavier Ergon EP-5 grips and...

After I add my heavier Ergon EP-5 grips and CrankBros 50/50 flat pedals, the weight has been going up :).

I even swapped the rear tire out from the stock 32 to a new TLR Botrager AW2 28. It turns...
07-14-17, 07:00 AM
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Posted By cb5107

Thanks for the info on that.

Thanks for the info on that.
07-14-17, 04:39 AM
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Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

Your bike looks great. With the red accents it...

Your bike looks great. With the red accents it looks similar to the S5 from the 18 line up. Agree that they look nicer with all of the safety stickers and wheel reflectors removed. :)

I see you...
07-13-17, 07:14 PM
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Posted By cb5107

Here are a few photos of my new 2018 FX-S 5 in...

Here are a few photos of my new 2018 FX-S 5 in case anyone wants to see things a little closer.

https://cboyd.smugmug.com/2017/Trekfxs5/n-GGLMHg/

The last two are just before my first ride and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-17, 07:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,620
Posted By cb5107

I don't see the light wheels being an issue on...

I don't see the light wheels being an issue on decent. They still have to spin up and heavier wheels are going to spin up slower even going downhill.

The extra little bit of weight of a heavier...
07-13-17, 07:07 PM
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Posted By cb5107

I have purchased a few bikes off of craigslist. ...

I have purchased a few bikes off of craigslist. One of my favorite places to shop.
07-13-17, 07:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,884
Posted By cb5107

I like WD-40 for tough little spots but generally...

I like WD-40 for tough little spots but generally have a jug of concentrated degreaser type liquid from the Home Depot type stores that I can mix in with some water and use as a cleaner.

Just...
07-13-17, 07:00 PM
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Views: 798
Posted By cb5107

The Domane looks like a great ride. If I had...

The Domane looks like a great ride. If I had seen this post earlier I would have mentioned the Trek FX-S 5 or 6 (2017 models) which are basically a Domane frame with flat bars to look like a hybrid....
07-13-17, 06:57 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 16,159
Posted By cb5107

I average 75 miles per week and Garmin has my...

I average 75 miles per week and Garmin has my average speed just under 15 mph.
07-13-17, 06:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,779
Posted By cb5107

I put a broken frame in my garbage can for the...

I put a broken frame in my garbage can for the trash men to pick up. Never gave it much thought.
07-13-17, 06:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,679
Posted By cb5107

I have mine hanging from the front wheel up on...

I have mine hanging from the front wheel up on the wall all the time. The brake lever is up high so no problem for the brakes. The bike weight is not much compared to the forces I put on it at my...
07-13-17, 06:50 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

2018 Trek FX-S 5

I picked up my new ride from the LBS yesterday. Its a 2018 FX-S 5 with the new geometry. After putting about 1 hour on it yesterday I decided they needed to look at it. They adjusted a few things...
07-01-17, 04:54 PM
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Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

I have an '09 7.9. I enjoy it but wanted to try...

I have an '09 7.9. I enjoy it but wanted to try disc brakes.
07-01-17, 01:23 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 838,791
Posted By cb5107

I can chime in my 2 cents that the new design is...

I can chime in my 2 cents that the new design is what I was looking for. I have owned 5 FX's. The 20 inch is great for me in terms of top bar height but the reach is too short. I owned a 22.5 inch...
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