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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-14-19, 04:19 PM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

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Posted By Jac of Hearts

Here is a photo. I rode 6 miles this afternoon...

Here is a photo. I rode 6 miles this afternoon and it was way better than the one I took off.
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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-14-19, 10:01 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

From my invoice: SADDLE BONTRAGER BOULEVARD 225MM...

From my invoice: SADDLE BONTRAGER BOULEVARD 225MM BLACK SAD34683257K

I have not had a chance to ride further than the parking lot but it is much more padded than the Evoke that came with the DS....

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-14-19, 07:11 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

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Posted By Jac of Hearts

So bar ends and a new saddle installed on my DS....

So bar ends and a new saddle installed on my DS. Waiting on a kickstand to come in. Since this is my 10th post I can post a photo after this.

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-12-19, 10:27 PM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

Well I bought the Trek DS 8.5 and I must say I...

Well I bought the Trek DS 8.5 and I must say I really like it. I got her home and took her on a 5 mile shake down and other than a kickstand, different seat and bar ends I think I'm set. BTW I really...

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-12-19, 09:15 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

A new wrinkle

Just when I have decided on and ordered a Marlin 6 a DS 8.5 popped up on Marketplace. It looks brand new and has everything I've been looking for. Ugh.

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-11-19, 11:13 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

Ok so I ordered the Marlin. I went with the 6...

Ok so I ordered the Marlin. I went with the 6 over the 5 so I could get the lockout and 8 speed cassette. I am adding bar ends, a kickstand, a bottle cage, of course, and a more comfortable saddle. I...

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-11-19, 10:59 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

It did seem strange that the Marlin ridden back...

It did seem strange that the Marlin ridden back to back with the DS seemed to have a slightly more upright position. The Marlin appeared to have lower bars but I think it was a relative thing. I did...

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-09-19, 09:09 PM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

The 4 has cable discs, the 5 and 6 have hydraulic...

The 4 has cable discs, the 5 and 6 have hydraulic discs.

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-09-19, 08:28 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

I went by the Trek store yesterday and rode a...

I went by the Trek store yesterday and rode a Marlin 5 and a DS2. I went with every intention of buying the DS2 based on everything I read and my riding style. I actually liked the Marlin better once...

Forum: Hybrid Bicycles

05-08-19, 06:55 AM

Replies: 34

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Views: 11,967

Posted By Jac of Hearts

Why did you choose a Hybrid over a MTB?

Why did you decide to buy a hybrid instead of another type? I'm currently riding an entry level MTB, Gary Fisher Mako, and after years of not riding have really enjoyed getting back in the saddle....

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