dgunay

Hey, this is my first post in the forum.

I got my 2015 Giant Escape 2. I haven't been riding for a veeeery long time. So it was my first step and first "decent" bike. I was sitting on a fence between Escape 2 and Trek FX 7.2. FX7.2 has slightly better gear components (Acera rd vs Altus) but giant has aluminum fork, which is supposedly be lighter than the Trek. Escape 2 was $50 cad cheaper and LBS offered 3-year free tune-up + free Kryptonite u-lock for the Escape 2, Trek dealer only offered 2-year free tune-up so i went for the Escape 2.

I have put about 80 miles in 5 days, I love it so far (except the color, i was looking for a bike with fancy/glossy color) but ended up buying matte dark blue/orange version . That's why I am going to sell it and buy a different bike such as Trek FX 7.4 or Specialized Sirrus Elite next year.

Extras: Specialized computer and smartphone holder

Here are the photos





Best,

Doug

Jazz00

Beautiful bike and a good choice!! I am looking at Escape 0 as well but I want something with disc brakes so for now looking at other options. Enjoy your ride!!

dgunay

Thank you!! Escape 0 is probably best bang for the buck hybrid option under $1000 but unfortunately they don't carry disc version in North America.

I don't ride in the rain/snow/mud so traditional v-brake is more than enough for me.

Jazz00

Yeah they do have an escape with disc for Australian market. It's called Cross City but strangely no escape with disc for North American market but woman version of Escape; Thrive has discs and available in North America

yashinon

You want to sell it because you don't like the color? What will you pickup with the 7.4 FX and/or Sirrus Elite.

dgunay

I love the bike overall, but i don't like the color and unfortunately i have no other option. At first i liked the color at the LBS, but then I was disappointed after seeing it under the sun and after seeing Trek's 2016 colors (Firebrand and Waterloo blue etc.). I wish I've bought FX because they have "fancy" color alternatives unlike Giant.

Yes, color is an important factor for me. But it's too late

I'd probably choose blue/red/orange or glossy options, but not black/white/gray or matte colors. I've learned my lesson the hard way.

Slow Bro

That's understandable... I would say keep the Giant since you love the way it rides and it's brand new. Save until next spring/summer for the higher end FX/ Sirrus. Even after you purchase the new bike keep the Giant for a second bike. If you ever have to bring your FX/ Sirrus in for service and you need a bike to ride in the mean time.. Or if you just want to do a quick ride to the store and don't want to use the flashy, eye catching to thieves FX/ Sirrus. A second bike that rides great will always come in handy imo.

I'm also in Toronto

dgunay

Torontonians always need a bike LOL

Great idea. I really appreciate your suggestion. It's an excellent bike for the money and i would definitely keep it as a "commuter" or second bike. Since i already have a bike with rigid fork, I would also consider Trek DS or Specialized Crosstrail.

Slow Bro

Test ride all the bikes on your list and save, save, save for the one that really grabs your heart. Get the one that you really love and is spec'd out as high as you can afford.

The other day I was at Broadway Cycle on Bloor west looking at U-locks and wandered upstairs.lol
The 2015 Sirrus Comp Disc looked really, really good
https://www.specialized.com/ca/en/bik...rrus-comp-disc

quicktrigger

I am with you on the color. You would not buy a new car or a new sofa that you hate the looks of.... so WHY would you be expected to buy a bike that you see as ugly or dull? Many people here don't want to accept that. Just the same, I can agree with the second bike ideal. I have three bikes total, and managed to damage two of them in 24 hours a few weeks ago. One was un-ridable (broke the seat post clamp) until I got a replacement part, but the other one was not serious (tore the bar tape and a scrape). Things can happen. Also want to suggest you reconsider the disc brakes. I don't ride in rain etc either, but still got caught in surprise rain on a 30+ mile ride, and was really wishing I had the disc brakes.

QT

dgunay

Specialized bikes look really good (even better than Trek i think) but they're way overpriced in Canada. They have competitive prices in US though. Sirrus elite is around $200 more expensive than FX7.4. It's still on my list though but i have to find a great deal to pick it over the FX.

Thanks! I'll keep that in mind.

Slow Bro

My thoughts also... That 2015 Sirrus Comp Disc I was checking out at Broadway Cycle's had a sticker price of $1400 and the sales dude told me that the price has gone up $100 recently to $1500. And of course this is before taxes. This was more then I wanted to spend on a bike right now so I picked up a 2015 Giant Roam XR1 instead and saved the $400 diff.

If I want go fasst on the road I take out my Coda Elite. I am happy with my bikes

dgunay

You have great bikes!

Giant Fastroad SLR 1 is $300 cheaper than Sirrus and both have same components. Damn that's a huuuuge difference.

Slow Bro

Funny, when I was checking out the Roam line at the Giant store the SLR 2 really caught my eye.. The sales guy would be telling me all about the Roam and my head would turn 90 degrees looking at the FastRoads. Gorgeous looking bikes. Loved the colors on the SLR 2
I am patiently awaiting reviews on these bikes.
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-ca/bikes/model/fastroad.slr.2/20463/80568/

dgunay

Great option as well.

By the way, considering to change the pedals. Escape 2 comes with crappy pedals. Found this

Electron Evo Pedal | Nukeproof

What do you think? I would pick orange

Slow Bro

Nice looking pedals. How much do they cost? I do not know that brand. Love the color selection though.
I was thinking of picking up some Shimano Saints for my next pedals. Shimano Saint Flat Pedals - Bicycle Shop and Repairs in Toronto ON - M4S 2A5

dgunay

It's around $50 cad

If you are looking for MX80, i found better deal but you have to pay duty.

Shimano Saint MX80 Flat Pedals | Chain Reaction Cycles

Jazz00

FastRoad is in my shortlist. It's a gorgeous bike, did you test ride it? I am torn between FastRoad and Roam, escape is out since no disc brakes.

ColonelSanders

Both the Fastroad & Roam would be good bikes, but they are not natural competitors.

The Roam competes head to head with the Trek DS & Specialized Crosstrail, whilst the Fastroad competes head to head with the Trek FX, Specialized Sirrus and heaps of other flat bar road bikey types of bikes.

Doctor Morbius

Congrats on the Giant Escape 2. I like the matte finish. Good looking bike. The color may grow on you in time. Then you would match your bike.

dgunay

Thanks! I will change few parts soon to make it better, new pedals and grips (perhaps Ergon GP1).

Slow Bro convinced me to keep the bike, so i will upgrade tires and groupset when they're worn out.

Yeah Fastroad looks really good and SLR 2 is an affordable option under $1000, which would also be a nice "next" step for me.

Jazz00

HAHA Yeah I know that's what makes my decision hard. I am 90% paved paths, sidewalks and 10% dirt, by this usage I should be getting FX/Sirrus/Escape but I don't want to limit myself just to paved so DS/Crosstail/Roam comes into the picture.

I went to Toronto Giant store today and FastRoad is drop dead gorgeous but its way more of a Road bike then a hybrid.

emcdade3

I was pulling my hair out over the same thing and someone in one of these threads put it well. I was trying to decide on a Sirrus or a Crosstrail. They said "A Crosstrail will be better on-road than a Sirrus will be off-road." I like not having to limit myself to pavement and having the luxury or going off-road if need be (with the lockout suspension). I ended up getting the Crosstrail disc for $550 plus tax. I rode it for the first time today for 18 miles. I had no issues keeping up with my buddy on his Trek FX. He was in envy my the Crosstrail's off-road luxury.

I hope I am able to help!

Jazz00

Thanks a lot, yes you did help and pulled me more towards DS types. I am buying it for pure entertainment and fitness so efficiency matter less than the versatility.

nyrbik26

I ordered this bad boy yesterday. I will be picking it up this weekend. I will be sharing my photos soon. I just can't wait!!!!!!