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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-09-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,625
Posted By bobthebike

They must be using a high flex modulus resin to...

They must be using a high flex modulus resin to get the properties needed. My first guess is a rubber modified epoxy. Super strong and tough. I’m sure they have tested the the life out of that frame...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-07-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,921
Posted By bobthebike

You can definitely sense the switch in direction...

You can definitely sense the switch in direction that Trek took. For me, it’s more of a city bike than a hybrid. Yesterday, I had the LBS fit the bike for the wife. Having a MTB width bar, I had them...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-01-23, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,921
Posted By bobthebike

Just bought the wife a new FX 4 Carbon. Surprised...

Just bought the wife a new FX 4 Carbon. Surprised to see the Isospeed decoupler has been dropped. Was there a reason, even though I personally would much prefer it being gone. Also, this is the first...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-23, 02:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,625
Posted By bobthebike

Ditto on both cases. I also have to wonder about...

Ditto on both cases. I also have to wonder about the integrity of the frame where the stays meet.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-09-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

I had the same issue with my Sirius X 5.0. Took...

I had the same issue with my Sirius X 5.0. Took it to the shop and it persisted after I got it back. Took it back again and another tech solved it. I’m not sure what he did, but I’m assuming he took...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-31-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

Unfortunately, the chain dropping is a real...

Unfortunately, the chain dropping is a real issue. Mine drops multiple times a week, but it has never caused any unsafe events. Other than oily fingers, I just slip it back on and go about my way....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-15-21, 07:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,607
Posted By bobthebike

Changed cassette and pedals

Changed cassette and pedals
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-21, 09:02 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

No, but I’m thinking of entertaining it. I’ve had...

No, but I’m thinking of entertaining it. I’ve had a couple of derailments on smooth surfaces. That shouldn’t be.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-21, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

I’d try an Ultegra cassettte. My 11-ring accepted...

I’d try an Ultegra cassettte. My 11-ring accepted a 11/32t easily and it was only $100 installed. I’m now touching all the rings.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-21, 05:00 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

I’ve got the ‘19 5.0X. Being the beta tester I...

I’ve got the ‘19 5.0X. Being the beta tester I am, I’ve crashed the bike multiple times and lets put it this way; it crashes well. The gearing was too short for me, so it easily accepted a 11/32t...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-21, 08:37 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

Carbon wheels on a hybrid? Those probably cost as...

Carbon wheels on a hybrid? Those probably cost as much as the bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-08-20, 08:33 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,250
Posted By bobthebike

I have a Sirrus X 5.0 with the 42 tooth ring. I'm...

I have a Sirrus X 5.0 with the 42 tooth ring. I'm not even close to touching the 5 largest rings in the back. Has anybody gone up a couple of teeth, to 44 teeth, in the front? Thanks, Bob
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