Bike Shortage Conundrum - Can't Demo, Need Guidance on Selecting the Right Bike
04-19-21, 06:28 AM
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My new Trek Sport FX 6 with Spirgrips+ mounted. Think I need to find a more comfortable saddle. Rode 32 miles yesterday and that pushed my limit on saddle discomfort. Perhaps I just need to get used to it?
Trek FX Sport 6 XL
Spirgrips+ on Trek FX Sport 6
Trek FX Sport 6 XL
Spirgrips+ on Trek FX Sport 6
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04-19-21, 08:09 AM
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Nice bike! Trying bars like these that are swept back make a big difference in comfort.
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04-19-21, 01:39 PM
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Rode 33 miles today on the Schuylkill River Trail. Love the FX 6 but a new saddle seems likely as the stock one is a bone crusher. As my wife likes to say, I have no butt, so even padded shorts aren't enough padding.
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04-19-21, 02:07 PM
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The wife and I were at the Betzwood Bridge in Valley Forge just up the trail from this picture yesterday. It was a great day for riding, and again, sweet bike you got there.
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04-19-21, 02:23 PM
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That's funny! I rode to Port Indian yesterday too - gorgeous day for a ride and I made great time. I usually go all the way to Valley Forge (or beyond) on the weekends when I have more time.
04-19-21, 03:54 PM
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04-19-21, 06:21 PM
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I have that same phone holder. Recently got version 4 edition with the flat edges on it. Find it holds the phone with less movement. Never felt is was not secure, but the straps were round and it seemed to allow the phone to roll. Does not do that with version 4. I think mine sits a little higher off the stem, with the raised center, but it could be a picture angle thing that looks like it closer to the stem.
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04-20-21, 06:25 AM
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I have that same phone holder. Recently got version 4 edition with the flat edges on it. Find it holds the phone with less movement. Never felt is was not secure, but the straps were round and it seemed to allow the phone to roll. Does not do that with version 4. I think mine sits a little higher off the stem, with the raised center, but it could be a picture angle thing that looks like it closer to the stem.
04-20-21, 01:29 PM
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Well, I have the 2 and the 4 it is so much better. I've used my 4 on my Mountain bike and it has held tough
04-20-21, 02:47 PM
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Nice setup. I have SQLab Innerbarends mated with my SQLab grips on my Sirrus X 5.0 and they are a revelation.
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