Trek 8000 zx vs 7500 multitrack
03-29-21, 08:04 AM
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Trek 8000 zx vs 7500 multitrack
Hi, I have a 2007 7500 that is mint and rides well. It's kind of heavy tho, about 30 pounds.. There's a 1995(!) 8000 zx available that also appears to be mint and all original. I'm sure it would be an even trade $ wise. The 8000 is listed as being 7 pounds lighter, which I'd like cuz I'm only 140.
Any thoughts on which would be the better ride? Also, would I be better off waiting and finding a 730-750 series bike?
Thanks!
Any thoughts on which would be the better ride? Also, would I be better off waiting and finding a 730-750 series bike?
Thanks!
03-29-21, 02:15 PM
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In case anyone cares, the 8000 was not as mint as it looked in the pics. But it WAS much lighter, so I will keep looking for an upgrade over the 7500.
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The 7500 is a good quality aluminum bike. I'd be surprised if you couldn't make a dramatic difference by swapping out some bits like tires, saddle, handlebars, for lighter ones. It doesn't make much sense that the 8000 is significantly lighter.
ALso, the 'published' weights of bikes are often misleading. Weigh your existing bike without any pedals or bottle cages or racks or locks to get an idea of what the 'published' weight would be. Or take the published weight of the 8000 (or whatever bike you are considering) and add the weight of all your fenders and bells and kickstands etc, to get a realistic rolling weight.
Also, the 8000 is a mountain bike with 26" wheels, and the 7500 is a hybrid bike with 700c wheels, which generally roll easier and have a bigger selection of fast-rolling tires than 26"
ALso, the 'published' weights of bikes are often misleading. Weigh your existing bike without any pedals or bottle cages or racks or locks to get an idea of what the 'published' weight would be. Or take the published weight of the 8000 (or whatever bike you are considering) and add the weight of all your fenders and bells and kickstands etc, to get a realistic rolling weight.
Also, the 8000 is a mountain bike with 26" wheels, and the 7500 is a hybrid bike with 700c wheels, which generally roll easier and have a bigger selection of fast-rolling tires than 26"
03-30-21, 10:42 AM
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The 7500 is a good quality aluminum bike. I'd be surprised if you couldn't make a dramatic difference by swapping out some bits like tires, saddle, handlebars, for lighter ones. It doesn't make much sense that the 8000 is significantly lighter.
ALso, the 'published' weights of bikes are often misleading. Weigh your existing bike without any pedals or bottle cages or racks or locks to get an idea of what the 'published' weight would be. Or take the published weight of the 8000 (or whatever bike you are considering) and add the weight of all your fenders and bells and kickstands etc, to get a realistic rolling weight.
Also, the 8000 is a mountain bike with 26" wheels, and the 7500 is a hybrid bike with 700c wheels, which generally roll easier and have a bigger selection of fast-rolling tires than 26"
ALso, the 'published' weights of bikes are often misleading. Weigh your existing bike without any pedals or bottle cages or racks or locks to get an idea of what the 'published' weight would be. Or take the published weight of the 8000 (or whatever bike you are considering) and add the weight of all your fenders and bells and kickstands etc, to get a realistic rolling weight.
Also, the 8000 is a mountain bike with 26" wheels, and the 7500 is a hybrid bike with 700c wheels, which generally roll easier and have a bigger selection of fast-rolling tires than 26"
I have to say that the 7500 shifts better than any bike I've ridden.... silky smooth and quiet.
Thanks again.
