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Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

I'm reading you can get a very good bang for your...

I'm reading you can get a very good bang for your buck with Giant. What would be the Giant equivalent of the Émonda? I wouldn't mind checking those out either. I've exclusively been looking at Trek...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

As I've said, I'm mainly going off of what I've...

As I've said, I'm mainly going off of what I've read. I'm a complete novice, so apologies for that. I was about to reply to your first comment. I learned a lot and I'm feeling a lot better about...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 08:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

That's actually a load off. I'm a bit of a...

That's actually a load off. I'm a bit of a worrier and I've been reading about "low end" carbon and I've been worried about that. I absolutely cannot afford a truly high-end $4,000-5,000 road bike....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 08:54 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

I'm definitely leaning towards the Émonda SL 5...

I'm definitely leaning towards the Émonda SL 5 Disc now. It seems that modern carbon frames are all of pretty good quality and I don't have to worry about low-end carbon anymore.

As far as me...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 08:48 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

This is where I'm at of a bit of loss. I'm very...

This is where I'm at of a bit of loss. I'm very much a novice. I don't necessarily know what's "better", I'm not in the know about certain components and what not. I have a very basic idea of some...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-20, 08:46 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

I will be riding in Houston which is quite flat....

I will be riding in Houston which is quite flat. The inclines are far and few in between, and they're not steep. I'd like to say I'm in shape, with strong legs. 6'2'', 175 lbs and coming from other...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-20, 08:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,888
Posted By Imperatore

Which One Do I Get? Aluminum vs Carbon Road Bikes ($2k-2.5k range)

I'm in the hunt for a nice road bike in the $2k price range (up to $2,500). I noticed I can get the Emonda ALR 5 Disc for $1,999...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,740
Posted By Imperatore

FX 3 Disc (2020) ride around Houston, TX. XL -...

FX 3 Disc (2020) ride around Houston, TX.
XL - Dnister Black
Replaced factory saddle with Bontrager Aeolus Comp.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,493
Posted By Imperatore

Absolutely! I agree on everything you said. I'll...

Absolutely! I agree on everything you said. I'll also be deciding on and ordering a bike computer today.

However, for me, I have no aspirations to do local races or to do anything competitively...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,493
Posted By Imperatore

Yeah, I totally understand that. I get the nuance...

Yeah, I totally understand that. I get the nuance there.

I have to admit, even though I feel plenty fast on my hybrid. I have been absolutely lusting after the Canyon Endurace CF SL Disc 7.0....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-20, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,493
Posted By Imperatore

I'm definitely not a former college athlete,...

I'm definitely not a former college athlete, haha, but I do consider myself to be quite athletic and in shape. I've done cross-country running, weights, and basketball nearly my entire life. I really...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-21-20, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,493
Posted By Imperatore

Are you using Strava or a bike computer, out of...

Are you using Strava or a bike computer, out of curiosity? I'm using Strava for my rides. I've read that they're not exactly the most accurate, which is mainly why i want a "current speed" computer....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-20, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,762
Posted By Imperatore

I can tell you as someone who's had my FX 3 Disc...

I can tell you as someone who's had my FX 3 Disc for a few days now, that it's worth upgrading to the 3 if your budget allows it. You said you'd spend $1,000, so $800 is well within your budget. The...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-20, 10:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,493
Posted By Imperatore

Basic Bike Computer Recommendations (primarily for current speed & distance)

I recently got my FX 3 Disc (2020) and I'm really enjoying the long rides around the city. I'm finding that it is a seriously fast bike, pushed myself and reached 31 mph on a flat sprint. But that's...
Forum: Commuting
04-13-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Imperatore

Finally got my new 'FX 3 Disc' (2020) today!

Picked up my new 'FX 3 Disc' (2020) today. It's my first real bike purchase and I'm loving it so far. Rode it around the neighborhood today. It's fast, comfortable, and just rides really nicely. Fits...
Forum: Commuting
04-11-20, 07:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,281
Posted By Imperatore

Awesome, thanks for your replies. I purchased the...

Awesome, thanks for your replies. I purchased the Portland Design Works Danger Zone tail-light...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,281
Posted By Imperatore

All useful information, thank you. This may...

All useful information, thank you.

This may sound like a dumb question, but I'm concerned about the super bright blinking, flashing taillight. Is this not a risk for epileptics? I'm a teacher and...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-20, 06:48 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,281
Posted By Imperatore

Are taillights necessary for daytime riding?

Picking up my FX 3 Disc in a couple days and trying to get a good idea what are necessary accessory purchases. This is my first real bike purchase ever, so I'm still figuring this out.

Are tail...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Imperatore

I'm still extremely new to biking, and was...

I'm still extremely new to biking, and was unaware of there being a Big Three, haha. I'll be more aware of it from now on.

One bike I saw that was not a part of the big three - and is incredibly...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Imperatore

Gotcha! That makes sense, and I'm glad to hear...

Gotcha! That makes sense, and I'm glad to hear someone else praise the FX series. I'm so excited for it to come in! It really fits my riding style. Also aesthetics are important to me; I love the...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-20, 08:41 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Imperatore

I'm noticing a lot of drop bars. I'm entirely new...

I'm noticing a lot of drop bars. I'm entirely new to the biking world. After doing some research, I bought a Trek 'FX 3 Disc' and I can't wait for it to arrive to the bike shop!

Is the FX 3 Disc...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-20, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,940
Posted By Imperatore

Thank you so much for your response and input. I...

Thank you so much for your response and input. I actually ended up not getting a Kona and upgraded a bit to the Trek ‘FX 3 Disc’ after doing more research. You’re right about the shocks, and that’s...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-20, 12:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,545
Posted By Imperatore

Well that’s a coincidence! Haha, he’s from...

Well that’s a coincidence! Haha, he’s from Houston, too!

That’s not me, but a very similar situation. I was looking at the DS 2, not the 3.

Either way, I went with the FX 3 Disc. Seems to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-20, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,545
Posted By Imperatore

Thanks for your input! Duly noted regarding the...

Thanks for your input! Duly noted regarding the riding around bumps/potholes.

I'm leaning towards the FX 3 Disc, just because I want to go on long bike rides around the city (Houston) and won't be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-20, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,545
Posted By Imperatore

Trek 'Dual Sport 2' vs 'FX 3 Disc' (Which one do I get?)

I'm incredibly indecisive and not exactly a knowledgeable bike person.

I'll be riding in the city exclusively, although with some rather uneven bumpy streets. I know it makes more sense for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-20, 08:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,940
Posted By Imperatore

Looking for a bike like the Breezer 'Villager 5'

Looking for a good commuter style bike.

A couple years back, my dad bought a Breezer 'Villager 5' and now I'm a bit envious of his bike. It rides so nicely and I want one like that. I need an...
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