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03-22-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 131
Posted By Awesomeguy

Here is the link for 2020 Trek Fx 3, it is same...

Here is the link for 2020 Trek Fx 3, it is same geometry as the current fx3, but at the time of creating the thread i couldn't find the link.
See below

FX 3 Disc - Trek Bikes...
03-21-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 164
Posted By Awesomeguy

thing is large fx 3 has 58.6 stack and 39.8...

thing is large fx 3 has 58.6 stack and 39.8 reach, large fx sport 4 has 61.1 stack and 41.1 reach so stack and reach is bigger essentially a bigger bike , no?
03-21-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 131
Posted By Awesomeguy

2021 Trek Sport 4 Carbon Geometry and Sizing

I bought a 2021 Trek Fx sport 4 carbon (new) in 2023 , to add to my n+1 which is a 2020 fx 3 and I always been confused about this generation fx sport carbon bike geometries. The Large Fx 3 bike, has...
03-21-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 164
Posted By Awesomeguy

2021 Trek Fx sport 4 geometry and sizing

I bought a 2021 Trek Fx sport 4 carbon (new) in 2023 , to add to my n+1 which is a 2020 fx 3 and I always been confused about this generation fx sport carbon bike geometries. The Large Fx 3 bike, has...
12-26-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,061
Posted By Awesomeguy

WHen you say you outgrew its performance ? What...

WHen you say you outgrew its performance ? What do you mean by that ? Did it not have enough harder gears ?
12-16-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 578
Posted By Awesomeguy

so the bike is only couple months old and bought...

so the bike is only couple months old and bought from a trek dealer, so Im assuming they did everything that should be for preventative care , then the question becomes , when my torque wrench comes...
12-16-23, 07:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 578
Posted By Awesomeguy

Carbon frame and aluminum seat post torque setting

I have a carbon frame and with a aluminium seat post and seat clamp says 6-8nm torque spec.
im still waiting for my torque wrench to come in , but I’ve been using 5nm torque wrench and it hasn’t...
12-11-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By Awesomeguy

Feedback Range Click vs Topeak Torque Stick

I really like the Topeak Torque Stick (https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126337174?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAg9urBhB_EiwAgw88mUYTjyt80b-gcdUWQ2M2Xzsr0j6Byw7aywE3_gwiiwLzbcyOZeFvdBoCm_EQAvD_BwE),...
10-20-23, 06:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By Awesomeguy

Torque Wrench

I am looking for a torque wrench, for lower values NM specifications. Is 2-10 nm sufficient or should I get 2-14nm ?

I've narrowed down three, and I really like the Topeak Stick 2-10nm...
09-03-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

which gravel bike you own and is it more upright...

which gravel bike you own and is it more upright than endurace ?
09-03-23, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

I have a 2020 a fx 3 and just bought a 2021 fx...

I have a 2020 a fx 3 and just bought a 2021 fx sport 4 which has similar components of 2022 fx sport 5 + isospeed. I sometimes think should I have gotten a road bike but at the time of buying I felt...
08-28-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,619
Posted By Awesomeguy

I have two hybrid, a fx3, and newly bought fx...

I have two hybrid, a fx3, and newly bought fx sport carbon 2021 which i really enjoy. Was thinking about selling the fx3, but might be good to keep as back up and bad weather/ travel bike.
08-28-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 276
Posted By Awesomeguy

the main thing I notice is that when you press...

the main thing I notice is that when you press the levers especially the back one , it requires a lot of pressure from the hand and the click is not so subtle like you feel it in the fingers , it’s...
08-28-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 276
Posted By Awesomeguy

rs7000 shifters

I just bought a new bike with grx 812 rear derailleur, and rs7000 shifters. I like the bike, but i find the rs7000 shifters very unrefined and kind of feels like lot of resistance and the clicking is...
07-29-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Awesomeguy

these are not hybrids with 2x , they are drop bars

these are not hybrids with 2x , they are drop bars
07-29-23, 07:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Awesomeguy

2x hybrid bikes

I notice the trend now, with the exception of road bikes , coming with a 1x system. This is especially noticeable with hybrid bikes.

I use hybrid bikes for exercise and always like to be at a...
07-29-23, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,403
Posted By Awesomeguy

New hybrids don’t come with 2x

I notice the trend now, with the exception of road bikes , coming with a 1x system. This is especially noticeable with hybrid bikes.

I use hybrid bikes for exercise and always like to be at a...
06-07-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 648
Posted By Awesomeguy

The thing is, from what i remember trying the...

The thing is, from what i remember trying the bikes, the sirrus 4.0x , the geometry was really really nice, like it felt like a bike you could toss around even though i ride like an old man, and ride...
06-06-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,958
Posted By Awesomeguy

they don’t make this bike anymore. The closest...

they don’t make this bike anymore. The closest thing is an 2021 fx sport 4 carbon which is a 1 x 11 system .
I have a fx3 and often think of getting this variant but there is no 2x system anymore ...
06-05-23, 09:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 648
Posted By Awesomeguy

2021 fx sport 4 vs 2022 sirrus 4.0 x vs 2022 fx sport

I currently own the fx 3 but I am planning on selling it to get something more different , and slightly more upright ( higher stack)
I tried the fx sport 4 (2021 ) it was like my fx 3 but more...
02-07-23, 07:56 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

what you said about what I read is correct sorry...

what you said about what I read is correct sorry for miss quoting. Now let’s look at the rear derailleur if the 2023 fx3 , what possible cassette ranges are possible on that ?
02-07-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

what pedals are those ?

what pedals are those ?
02-07-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

that is a great looking bike! I love it. How do...

that is a great looking bike! I love it. How do you determine what cassette is possible on the bike? Bc on shimano s website this grx rx rear derailleur requires 11 t as the smallest cog, but you are...
02-07-23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,061
Posted By Awesomeguy

I beleive in a prior post, you had stated,...

I beleive in a prior post, you had stated, you/your significant other, had the fx sport 2021, that is road oriented, how do the current and old sport version feel different to you?
02-02-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

I own only one bike. Part of the reason, i don't...

I own only one bike. Part of the reason, i don't want n+1, is because I like to keep my bikes in clean condition and the drivetrain to shift and run smooth and quiet. 14 bikes is impressive lol. Be...
02-02-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

I haven't been able to find what i asked about...

I haven't been able to find what i asked about specifcially, if you can , shoot me a link please :)
02-02-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

what is you normal cleaning method , if you don't...

what is you normal cleaning method , if you don't remove the chain?
02-02-23, 07:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

So , i've been told to lube the chain routinely....

So , i've been told to lube the chain routinely. Espcially if you ride like i do , which is 70 miles per week. Should i be removing the chain each time to clean the chain?
02-02-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

what is your cleaning method? I feel like its...

what is your cleaning method? I feel like its damn near impossible to get it that clean. Especially if you are not removing the chain and are doing it weekly basis
02-02-23, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 707
Posted By Awesomeguy

Upgrading cassette and chain

I have a 2020 fx3, and I want to get a tighter cassette. Something like a 11-32, with jumps of two for the 6 harder gears, then by 3. So something like 11,13,15,17,19,21,24,28,32,

Which cassette...
02-02-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 975
Posted By Awesomeguy

Drive Train Cleaning

I cleaned my bike yesterday , and in doing so, cleaned the cassette using a brush , and dipping the brush in a degreaser, then cleaning each ring, and same with the rear and front derailleur. I then...
01-30-23, 08:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 23,514
Posted By Awesomeguy

what did you replace specifically? What items ,...

what did you replace specifically? What items , specifically ? just curious
01-30-23, 06:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,061
Posted By Awesomeguy

I have a fx3 and is similar to fx7.3 you had. I...

I have a fx3 and is similar to fx7.3 you had. I tried to removed spacers / flipped the stem (without removing spacer) I didn’t find it comfortable, with that said, do you think I should stay away...
01-22-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,882
Posted By Awesomeguy

This is probably one of my dream bikes, too bad...

This is probably one of my dream bikes, too bad they don't make it anymore. I tried the sport 4 of this variant, it was amazing, but I prefer a 2x system. Congrats on a beautiful bike!
01-21-23, 11:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,061
Posted By Awesomeguy

what point did you realize you outgrew the fx...

what point did you realize you outgrew the fx 7.3? Was it running out of gears , or not enough grips , etc.. please be specific ?
01-19-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

thus is interesting . I was talking to trek, and...

thus is interesting . I was talking to trek, and asking if I could put a tiagra 11-32 cassette for tighter cadence in place of the 11-46 that comes with the fx3 deore derailleur. They told me I would...
01-19-23, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,613
Posted By Awesomeguy

so you prefer a hybrid to a road bike? Why do?

so you prefer a hybrid to a road bike? Why do?
01-19-23, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,765
Posted By Awesomeguy

how is the quick 1? Are the shifters real smooth...

how is the quick 1? Are the shifters real smooth ? The acera shifters on my bike are kind of clunky
01-19-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,024
Posted By Awesomeguy

I have a 2020 fx3 . I enjoy the geometry, but I...

I have a 2020 fx3 . I enjoy the geometry, but I always wanted to upgrade the shifters (acera). And it has 9 speed alivio cassette in the back and acera front derailleur.
in what order what I have to...
01-06-23, 11:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,449
Posted By Awesomeguy

Did/would they replace brakes and levers for...

Did/would they replace brakes and levers for free, since the bike didnt Have the brakes it should have came with?
01-06-23, 05:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,449
Posted By Awesomeguy

How do you like the 2022 fx sport 5? How is the...

How do you like the 2022 fx sport 5? How is the geometry compared to your wife's fx sport 4 ?

Which do you prefer, for pavement riding only ? Is one faster than the other by much ?
11-10-22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

are you measuring the saddle height from peddle...

are you measuring the saddle height from peddle axil, or center of bottom bracket to top of seat, aligned with seatube?
11-10-22, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

No worries. I think i should be ok with the...

No worries. I think i should be ok with the large, because the New Trek Fx sport carbon, have 81 standover height, the sirrus x line have standover height of 81.2, and those fit me just fine.

Is...
11-10-22, 05:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

are you implying I should stay away from the...

are you implying I should stay away from the large?
11-10-22, 05:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

it’d definitely 81 for the large

it’d definitely 81 for the large
11-09-22, 07:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

I measure by placing a book between my legs and...

I measure by placing a book between my legs and up against my crotch as if I’m sitting in a saddle and lean against the wall , and measure to the top of the boook that is in contact with the crotch
11-09-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,163
Posted By Awesomeguy

Canyon Roadlite Sizing

Good Evening:

I am interested in the Canyon roadlite. I really love the components and look of the bike. The thing that is throwing me off, is the sizing and geometry.
The recommended size for me...
10-30-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,765
Posted By Awesomeguy

Canyon Roadlite

Has anyone have had experience with Canyon and Trek fx bikes ?

I currently own a trek fx 3, but I want to upgrade to a flat bar bike, that is lighter, more nimble, and has 11 speeds. But with...
05-20-22, 06:32 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 9,634
Posted By Awesomeguy

Bike repair stand

I need a bike repair stand for cleaning and maintenance, with that said , I want it to be future proof so it should handle d shaped posts and carbon bikes as well ..

what do you recommend that is...
05-18-22, 07:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 444
Posted By Awesomeguy

Getting the right reach on fitness bike

I currently owm a fitness bike for 2 years, but I always felt the stack and reach were a bit less, especially the reach.

how many mm can I extend the stem at maximum , where otherwise I should...
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