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I bought it in August, '05, as a fitness tool. Dropped from 235 to 165 in a year. I use it as a daily commuter now to the university. I get the most convenient parking place on campus, 7 feet from my desk. :-) I added full fenders and M324 pedals as well as rack and bags. Foul weather pants and jacket stay in rack pack, laptop, lunch/snacks, other items, sometimes a jacket, in the pannier.
Very comfortable and stable. It's worn well. About 8,000 miles total. I use Bontrager Race Hardcase 28mm's for tires. They seem to wear well and give good traction.
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Very comfortable and stable. It's worn well. About 8,000 miles total. I use Bontrager Race Hardcase 28mm's for tires. They seem to wear well and give good traction.
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Am a clyde, 225 and I doubt I'd ever hit as low as you made it to, so that is also a kind of factor...
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Trike pics
The Builder of the conversion was Geoff Booker of Trykit (.com), the machine work is immaculate, it cost
about 900 pounds,and weighs about 10 done.
We also looked at 3weilweb in Belgium, but I was a little hesitant to send the wife over to get fit, and then ship to California. These are lighter machines, and the drive train designed by Geoff Booker.
about 900 pounds,and weighs about 10 done.
We also looked at 3weilweb in Belgium, but I was a little hesitant to send the wife over to get fit, and then ship to California. These are lighter machines, and the drive train designed by Geoff Booker.
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Curious about the "2 by 2" lacing on those wheels. I've read a few negative posts, one saying Trek went away from them following various issues. At least according to the 2010 Lifestyle catalog, it looks like only the 7500 still has them.
Am a clyde, 225 and I doubt I'd ever hit as low as you made it to, so that is also a kind of factor...
Am a clyde, 225 and I doubt I'd ever hit as low as you made it to, so that is also a kind of factor...
Anyway, never had any other issues with the paired lacing even with the weight I was carrying then. I'd prefer a 32:3cross pattern if I had my druthers; I'm a bit old fashioned. Then my Campy Ventos on the Veloce have this "G3" pattern. Bomb proof alignment and round wise, as are the Bontragers; just a bit odd looking. I like the traditional patterns.
FWIW, if I replace the wheels (if another rim cracks, out of warranty), I'll go with something, say, from Peter White, built on a nice 135mm rear hub using Mavic Open Sports and 32:3cross lacing;.
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Brooks is a good saddle; even if owned by Selle Italia (I think) now.
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Thank, Rick, that thing is really cool. I really appreciate the detailed pics.....
How does the rear end "work?"
How does the rear end "work?"
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Looks to be a 50 -52cm frame which I usually find to be on the small side with my 33 inch inseam, the saddle height seems to be enough to cause nosebleeds, and the position of the bar extensions is waaaaay out there.
This would make me think you could rock a taller frame but if you are comfortable who cares ?
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That bike is gorgeous! It looks like it came from the factory with the doule-rear wheel! very nice.
That bike is gorgeous! It looks like it came from the factory with the doule-rear wheel! very nice.
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Just bought a Specialized Globe Vienna 1. First bike I have owned since I was about 10 years old (29 now). Mostly will use it to get around town and then upgrade if I find I am using it a lot.
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Congrats on the new Vienna. Looks like you have parked in it a nice secure area.
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Congrats on the new Vienna. Looks like you have parked in it a nice secure area.
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Nice bike. Always keep it inside when you are home or away from home without your wheels.
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Got my bar-ends taped, plus caps for the ends of my flatbar.
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It's SOOoOOoOO much more comfortable! The icy cold metal was hurting my hands (getting nippy here, October and all) I need to cover those puppies up.
DO IT
DO IT
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That's looking great, Ludd. Thanks for the good views! That's going in my Hybrid file. Still haven't run into <koff!> one here in Vermont. But I'm looking.
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There's more further back in this thread, eh?
The $hundreds I spent on photography classes benefit only you guys, lol!
The $hundreds I spent on photography classes benefit only you guys, lol!
#620
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Essential when you live in Canuckistan... I will have to tape the bar ends on my long bike tomorrow as it is really getting frosty here.
I was also considering adding / making moose mitts to make this my extreme weather setup.
I was also considering adding / making moose mitts to make this my extreme weather setup.
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Rick, are trikes dangerous? Since you lose the ability to countersteer through a turn, how do you go into a fast corner without worrying about lifting the inside rear wheel (and potentially highside off the bike)?
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Trek 7200
New to the forum. Thought I would introduce myself by showing off my new TREK 7200
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Fletch - Welcome aboard.
Seems like I can't go anywhere without seeing a Trek 7 something or people riding them... tis a good thing to see.
Seems like I can't go anywhere without seeing a Trek 7 something or people riding them... tis a good thing to see.
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What he ^^^ said - Welcome Aboard! Thanks for sharing your photo. Please do come back for any questions, ideas, or fun experiences. This new Hybrid Forum is welcoming all to the fold.
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