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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,860
Posted By Nate8727

Not in my experience. I've had it for around 2...

Not in my experience. I've had it for around 2 years without issue. As long as you make sure everything is secure you should be fine.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,860
Posted By Nate8727

Harbor Freight - 2 Bike Hitch Rack. $40...

Harbor Freight - 2 Bike Hitch Rack. $40 (https://www.harborfreight.com/two-bike-hitch-mount-bike-rack-63924.html).

Solid rack, and folds down if you need it to.

Obviously not for the bed but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-17-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,785
Posted By Nate8727

What about the FX in a Stagger model?

What about the FX in a Stagger model?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-17-22, 07:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,315
Posted By Nate8727

Update on Brakes: It's definitely a squeal...

Update on Brakes:

It's definitely a squeal followed by a shudder on both wheels now. I'm taking it to the LBS since the warranty on brakes is 2 years (Had it for barely a year)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-17-22, 07:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,392
Posted By Nate8727

Depends what she likes. I'm using the Bongtrager...

Depends what she likes. I'm using the Bongtrager Boulevard saddle and that one is ok.

I had a Schwinn Cruiser Saddle on my previous bike and that one was great.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-22, 07:08 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,339
Posted By Nate8727

AirPods Pro (Secure Fit for Fitness) or AirPods...

AirPods Pro (Secure Fit for Fitness) or AirPods (Not as secure fit for fitness) + iPhone. Hands Free.

Just say "Hey Siri, take a note", and then say what you want. It logs everything in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-22, 07:02 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,711
Posted By Nate8727

Ah, touché.

Ah, touché.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,711
Posted By Nate8727

Multiple Bikes & How You Use Them

Anyone have multiple bikes for different uses?

I have just the hybrid for now, but that got me thinking about other possibilities... Trails, etc...

Interesting to see how different everyone...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-15-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,152
Posted By Nate8727

Trek has a kids trade-up program...

Trek has a kids trade-up program (https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/kids_trade_up_program/).

When you purchase a kids Trek bike, you can bring it back within 3 years and get up to 50% of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-22, 09:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 666
Posted By Nate8727

I've never used a front mount seat, in fact I...

I've never used a front mount seat, in fact I didn't know they existed until last week.

I have a trailer I use mainly for my 2 year old. We have a rear seat I haven't setup yet for our 9 month...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-22, 08:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,315
Posted By Nate8727

Rode last weekend for the first time this year...

Rode last weekend for the first time this year with the bike trailer and my 2 year old.

Anyone with an instep two seat trailer notice a rattle, just tape the spring on the trailer hitch. That's...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-22, 07:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,373
Posted By Nate8727

The best advice is to try all three places and...

The best advice is to try all three places and bikes to see which you like best. You just know when you find the right one.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 759
Views: 446,869
Posted By Nate8727

On the Instep Double Seat Bike Trailer: Wrap...

On the Instep Double Seat Bike Trailer:
Wrap the spring in the hitch connector with a layer of bar tape or electrical tape. Remove it completely first.

It starts rattling and the tape fixes the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-01-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,570
Posted By Nate8727

Kickstand, Saddle, Grips, Pedals

Kickstand, Saddle, Grips, Pedals
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-01-21, 07:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By Nate8727

Here's a site to get you started. Link...

Here's a site to get you started.

Link (https://www.jimlangley.net/wrench/keepitquiet.html)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 387
Posted By Nate8727

METL Airless Tire

Anyone seen these before?

It's a new tire created by NASA without air.

Interesting at least.

METL Airless Tire...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

It’s the Bontrager. Costs $20 and they put it on...

It’s the Bontrager. Costs $20 and they put it on when I bought the bike. It’s worked great so far.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-12-21, 08:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,412
Posted By Nate8727

The best advice I can give is to try any models...

The best advice I can give is to try any models you are considering. It's the easiest way to narrow down your list.

Always go for comfort first and the rest will fall in place.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-11-21, 01:08 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

That's the one.

That's the one.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-11-21, 09:23 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

K935. They are not on the Kenda tire website for...

K935. They are not on the Kenda tire website for some reason. If it was an upgrade then even better.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-11-21, 08:14 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

I called Trek to ask about the tires. It was...

I called Trek to ask about the tires.

It was intentional due to supply issues like I figured they said. They do that with other parts if it happens also so Bikes have faster availability.

The...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-11-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 30,776
Posted By Nate8727

Very nice and VERY clean. Well done Sir.

Very nice and VERY clean.

Well done Sir.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-21, 09:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

Anyone else with a new Verve find they have Kenda...

Anyone else with a new Verve find they have Kenda 700x45 tires and not the Bontrager H5?

I just noticed after a ride today.

Supply issues?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-21, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,315
Posted By Nate8727

Official Trek Verve Thread

Hello all,

There are official Trek DS and FX threads, so since there are so many owners of the Verve, why not have our own also?

Feel free to post Pics, Info, News, Suggestions, etc...

Happy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-21, 09:52 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

Ah good to know. I'll try 40 front and back and...

Ah good to know. I'll try 40 front and back and go from there. I tend to go on gravel usually also besides pavement, so I like comfort as well.

Will someone start an Official Trek Verve thread...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-21, 08:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

Anyone with the Bontrager H5 700x45 tires, what...

Anyone with the Bontrager H5 700x45 tires, what pressure do you ride at?

I thought my tires were a little low when I got the bike initially, so I inflated them to about 55 psi, and then 60 psi...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-21, 03:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By Nate8727

The stock Bontrager 35 tires on the FX are a...

The stock Bontrager 35 tires on the FX are a little rough for trails so see how you like them first. You can always add a wider tire later on, and they're pretty inexpensive.

Congrats on the new...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-21, 06:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

The Verve has no suspension, but the tires are 45...

The Verve has no suspension, but the tires are 45 wide so they give quite a bit of comfort when going over bumps. It won’t be a mountain bike type comfort but it does the job. You could always put...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-21, 08:21 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,854
Posted By Nate8727

New Verve. ...

New Verve.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/438b75f3_8d49_4936_86b1_f49ab101090c_9e4458c894b831020539b938b10ccf2060db2072.jpeg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-21, 08:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,020
Posted By Nate8727

Have you tried other dealers near you? It's...

Have you tried other dealers near you? It's worth a shot at least. By the time July comes you've got a lot less time to ride.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-21, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

Thanks! This is my first quality bike. I...

Thanks! This is my first quality bike.

I had a cheap bmx as a kid, and then the recent $100 Walmart Mountain Bike. It's no joke you get what you pay for in the cycling industry.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

Here it is finally. I haven't decided if...

Here it is finally.

I haven't decided if the saddle is going to be comfortable yet long term, but I'll give it another month before I know for sure. The Bontrager Boulevard saddle was a lot more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-21, 10:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,820
Posted By Nate8727

Don't buy the chain breaker tool from Harbor...

Don't buy the chain breaker tool from Harbor Freight (I love Harbor Freight btw). It's too big for bike chains, even though it says it works on them.

Get yourself a good bike chain breaker and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-21, 09:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,202
Posted By Nate8727

Before visiting, I found out by just giving them...

Before visiting, I found out by just giving them a call. I had a few models in mind and size and they said what was in stock and on the floor to try.

Most of the Trek local dealer sites will show...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-21, 09:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By Nate8727

It depends on a lot of things. The frame size is...

It depends on a lot of things. The frame size is important of course, but you also have your adjustments. Saddle height, handlebars, etc... can make it feel great or feel awful.

Get those...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-21, 10:16 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 564,643
Posted By Nate8727

1.3 miles. Had to cut it short because it was...

1.3 miles. Had to cut it short because it was too cold at 39 degrees and the wind was a little brutal.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-28-21, 10:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,441
Posted By Nate8727

Trek Verve is great for the upright position. I...

Trek Verve is great for the upright position. I can’t say anything about other brands though.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

Brought it home finally. I used it with the...

Brought it home finally.

I used it with the bike trailer and my one year old. I haven’t ridden since last fall and this ride was effortless. Amazing what a quality bike can do.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-21, 11:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

Peoria Heights IL has a bunch on display.

Peoria Heights IL has a bunch on display.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-21, 09:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

The inseam was a better gauge for frame size I...

The inseam was a better gauge for frame size I found. No idea why I didn’t notice it at first.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-21, 05:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,347
Posted By Nate8727

Hey barryflht, that’s the same color I’m picking...

Hey barryflht, that’s the same color I’m picking up today.

It’s like Christmas morning…
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-26-21, 07:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Nate8727

New Bike

Hello all,

After spending about 45 minutes at a local Trek dealer today I’ve narrowed down my favorite model.

Being 5’ 10” I figured I would fit on a Large frame for the Trek models. It turns...
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