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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-17, 08:25 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 751,409
Posted By PTzach

Sounds like I just need to bike more and boost my...

Sounds like I just need to bike more and boost my confidence! Thanks :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 08:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,093
Posted By PTzach

If you aren't feeling exhausted, nauseous, light...

If you aren't feeling exhausted, nauseous, light headed, or anything like that...I wouldn't worry about it! 220 - age is a very rough estimate like others have been saying. If you have high blood...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 751,409
Posted By PTzach

Hey Sirrus friends! I recently picked up a 2014...

Hey Sirrus friends! I recently picked up a 2014 Sirrus Sport Disc that has 700x28 Nimbus tires. As a beginner rider I'm pretty untrusting of how narrow they are for taking them off pavement. As I get...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-22-17, 08:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,842
Posted By PTzach

I checked the magnet out and for some reason the...

I checked the magnet out and for some reason the screw does not fit the magnet. I can slide the screw in and out with ease. Not sure why that would be, but if I find another short screw to fit the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-22-17, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,842
Posted By PTzach

***Specialized Speedzone Sport wireless

***Specialized Speedzone Sport wireless
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-22-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,842
Posted By PTzach

Specialized Sport Wireless computer

I bought a like-new Sirrus yesterday that came with a Specialized Sport wireless computer. Switched out the battery, it turned on and I set the time and everything. When I took my bike for a ride the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-22-17, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,351
Posted By PTzach

Even the scuffs and streaks of rust?

Even the scuffs and streaks of rust?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-22-17, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,351
Posted By PTzach

Yeah the Schwinn is actually in great shape, and...

Yeah the Schwinn is actually in great shape, and I'll hold onto it since it was my dad's. I took it for a 15 mile ride a couple months ago and had no problems at all! I've been rubbing off all the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 06:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,351
Posted By PTzach

No bike shop and no more money for now...I can do...

No bike shop and no more money for now...I can do that! :thumb:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,351
Posted By PTzach

Now that I have my hybrid... what's next?

Just bought a like-new 2014 Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc, and am super excited for how awesome of a change it will be compared to my '78 Schwinn. But what should come next at far as tune-ups? Is it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 12:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

Bought the Sirrus! The guy brought it out of the...

Bought the Sirrus! The guy brought it out of the garage and I just had to have it. It's basically brand new, and is an incredibly smooth ride especially with the hydro brakes. And the guy took $460...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 10:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

Yeah I think so. I just read more about cross...

Yeah I think so. I just read more about cross chaining and I'm sure that's what I was doing
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

I had no idea there was such a thing :D and that...

I had no idea there was such a thing :D and that definitely could have been what I was doing! As long as it shifts smooth and doesn't catch, is it safe to say it's probably a minor adjustment that's...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

Just took a test ride on the DS. It's in great...

Just took a test ride on the DS. It's in great shape...looks fantastic, tires are still brand new, and it rides really well except for some grinding in certain gears. The pawn shop guy said it was in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 10:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Totally agree. Seller never got back to me so I...

Totally agree. Seller never got back to me so I don't have to worry about it!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 05:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

I checked on sizes before making offers, and both...

I checked on sizes before making offers, and both are medium size frames. Seems like the Trek is one inch shorter in stand over height, but the Sirrus slightly shorter in top tube length.

I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 09:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

My apologies. I'm posting with the assumption...

My apologies. I'm posting with the assumption that both bikes are in good condition with all stock parts remaining. I'll absolutely thoroughly inspect and test ride before purchasing, but would like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,666
Posted By PTzach

2015 Trek 8.3 DS vs 2014 Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc...help!

I've got two offers to choose from...2015 Trek 8.3 DS for $350 and a 2014 Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc with extras for $475. I'll post the links below, but is the Trek a far better deal? Or is the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 12:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Seller is willing to meet me at $475 and include...

Seller is willing to meet me at $475 and include all the add-ons. I'll think on it for a bit, but am also going to offer $350 for that 8.3 DS I posted above and see what happens with that :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 11:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Not sure. I'm assuming the seat cover, saddle...

Not sure. I'm assuming the seat cover, saddle bag, and water bottle holder will be included. But they're worth nothing.

Otherwise a Trek 7.3 FX just popped up on CL... I don't know enough about...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 11:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Seller declined $400. Think it's still a fair...

Seller declined $400. Think it's still a fair deal if I offer $450? It'd get me a new bike and I can be done hunting CL and enjoy the bike, so that's worth something haha. Do I dare go higher than...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 10:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

I'll take your word for it! Wish me luck! I think...

I'll take your word for it! Wish me luck! I think it'd definitely be a bike I enjoy.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 09:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Yeah I was thinking $400, too, and $450 max. I'm...

Yeah I was thinking $400, too, and $450 max. I'm sure the bike is in great condition, but Bicycle Blue Book doesn't even put it at $400 for "excellent," and I don't think the add-ons hold on to much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Yeah I was thinking that, too! What do you think...

Yeah I was thinking that, too! What do you think of the Sirrus deal? The seller got back to me and it's still available. What would be a reasonable offer? $550 seems a bit too high in my opinion.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 09:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

I found it a few hours after it was posted...so...

I found it a few hours after it was posted...so there's hope 😉
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 07:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Do you mean the Sirrus is a good price at $550,...

Do you mean the Sirrus is a good price at $550, or should I bargain?

No response from the sellers yet, but I'll snag one of them if they are still available. How about this Trek DS? I believe it's...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-19-17, 10:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,039
Posted By PTzach

Trek 7.4 fx and Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc

Found these two on CL...one looks like a 2015 Trek 7.4 FX being sold for $260. Is that a steal?? Also a Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc (2014 I think) for $550. I know that's overpriced, so I'd offer...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-19-17, 06:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By PTzach

Value of this 2016 Rockhopper Comp?

Hey everyone! Looking for advice on whether this CL ad is a good deal, considering the extras that are included. Let me know your thoughts!

2016 Specialized Rockhopper Comp...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

How is this offer on CL? From looking it up seems...

How is this offer on CL? From looking it up seems like it's a great deal, especially with the extras...thoughts?

Specialized Rockhopper Comp 29...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-17, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,688
Posted By PTzach

What beats the value of the Giant Roam series?

Any other brands that can compete with the Giant Roam series for its value when buying new? Considering suspension with lockout, disc brakes, and the other components I can't find anything else that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-17, 08:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

One more question...any specific forums I should...

One more question...any specific forums I should follow on here that would help me become more knowledgeable with all this stuff? Or good resources you all have used?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-17, 08:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Thanks for all your help! I've really appreciated...

Thanks for all your help! I've really appreciated the advice. I'll hold out for a CL bike for a couple weeks, and if I have no luck probably pull the trigger on a Roam. Feel free to share any more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-17, 10:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

I know my initial post was for a hybrid, but with...

I know my initial post was for a hybrid, but with all the advice I've been getting it sounds like a hardtail is more what I'm looking for whether it's still a hybrid or closer to a mountain bike. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-17, 02:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Found a 2006 Specialized Stumpjumper disc on CL...

Found a 2006 Specialized Stumpjumper disc on CL for $375. Owner claims it's only been ridden a few times, and going off bicycle blue book I could probably get it for a little less. Brand New price...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-17, 05:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

I'll ride it for leisure throughout the summer,...

I'll ride it for leisure throughout the summer, and hoping to get some long rides in once or twice a week. If it only lasts a couple years that's great. I have one year left of grad school before I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-17, 04:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

I test rode a Trek DS 2 today, and compared to my...

I test rode a Trek DS 2 today, and compared to my 40 year old Schwinn...it feels like the best bike in the world 😂😂😂
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Right now I have a rigid fork, and I get...

Right now I have a rigid fork, and I get uncomfortable with larger bumps. I think suspension would make my ride a little smoother when I'm off the pavement. I'll be heading out to South Carolina in a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-17, 02:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Wow that helps a lot. Thanks! How about the Roam...

Wow that helps a lot. Thanks! How about the Roam compared to a Trek Marlin 5? The Marlin has Shimano Tourney derailleurs...is that even lower quality?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-17, 08:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Yeah I'm thinking I should go new unless I find...

Yeah I'm thinking I should go new unless I find one on CL in great condition. How do the components of the Trek DS 1 compare to the Roam 3? DS 1 is more expensive and no lockout, but overall is it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-05-17, 01:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Yeah my LBS services Giant, and the Roam 3 is...

Yeah my LBS services Giant, and the Roam 3 is only $435. That doesn't seem too bad for a new bike with disc brakes and lockout, but I don't know much about the quality of the parts?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-05-17, 01:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Right now I don't know anything about how to tune...

Right now I don't know anything about how to tune up a bike, but I'm confident in my ability to learn! I can't post links for CL yet since I'm new, but anywhere between Sioux Falls, SD, Omaha, NE,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-04-17, 08:47 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,783
Posted By PTzach

Advice for first hybrid!

I'm looking for an entry level bike that can do a little bit of everything, and only looking to spend a few hundred bucks. I've decided I want mechanical disc brakes and lockout suspension, and have...
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