Official Trek FX Thread
06-16-17, 10:56 PM
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Trek FX 7.2 2017
Hey I'm planning on getting this bike -- got a good deal for 400 on Chain Reactions. Is there anything I should know before purchasing it? What should I add on the bike, and which parts should I consider replacing?
06-18-17, 03:13 PM
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I'd ride it for a while before changing anything - see what works for you and your riding style, and what doesn't. I switched out the grips for Ergons on mine, and added a bottle cage.
06-18-17, 03:44 PM
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Wait - is there such a thing as a 2017 7.2FX? Correct me if I'm wrong, but AFAIK, the last model year for the "7.xFX" naming format was 2016; they switched to the "FX x" naming discipline as of the 2017 model year.
06-21-17, 07:38 AM
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So after I got my FX 2 and was having so much fun riding it, Mrs Aahzz decided she needed one too - so here is a pic of both of them 
06-25-17, 10:02 PM
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32 tire vs 35, comfort difference?
so glad to find a fx group online, thanks for all the information. I love my fx3, it's such a joy on a smooth road, although coming from a big tire mountain bike, I sometimes feel a bit insecure to jump to a footpath or on a bumpy road when commuting and wish it could have stronger grip, just wondering how much difference will it make if I change the current aw1 32c to 35 tires in term of the comfort? Many thanks!
06-27-17, 06:47 AM
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the family fleet of FXs is assembled. whether it's 6 nights or 4, the prep is still the same
06-27-17, 06:51 AM
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06-27-17, 11:49 AM
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Hi, I'm new to this Bike Forum and it's great to be here! I love the positive energy this Forum has and it's always nice to know users with such great knowledge.
I just bought a used Trek FX 7.0 (good condition, it was just collecting dust) and I noticed that I only see FX 7.1 to 7.6, but nothing about 7.0. Is there any Information about FX 7.0 that I should be worried about? I looked on Google and it gave good Reviews.
I just bought a used Trek FX 7.0 (good condition, it was just collecting dust) and I noticed that I only see FX 7.1 to 7.6, but nothing about 7.0. Is there any Information about FX 7.0 that I should be worried about? I looked on Google and it gave good Reviews.
06-27-17, 11:52 AM
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congrats! got a photo? I have a 7.0 Alpha, Wifey has the same but has the Stagger model. they're good bikes. dunno stats etc but the things works reliably
06-27-17, 11:55 AM
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06-27-17, 12:46 PM
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06-27-17, 01:56 PM
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06-27-17, 02:49 PM
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06-28-17, 08:28 AM
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Hi guys. The new 2018 Trek FX's are up already! Usually they show up in August but they're here early
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...kes/fx/c/B421/
The biggest change looks like almost all of the FX's come with DISC brakes. I know this is a hotly debated topic but I certainly don't do the type of riding that requires disc brakes... I wonder what everyones sentiments will be about this...
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...kes/fx/c/B421/
The biggest change looks like almost all of the FX's come with DISC brakes. I know this is a hotly debated topic but I certainly don't do the type of riding that requires disc brakes... I wonder what everyones sentiments will be about this...
06-28-17, 08:44 AM
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Hahaha same here but I visit the Trek site once in a while just to see what's new
I'm at 4 bikes right now: 2 FX's, 1 Emonda and an older Lotus with riser bars. I think my wife would lose it if I got another bike
I'm at 4 bikes right now: 2 FX's, 1 Emonda and an older Lotus with riser bars. I think my wife would lose it if I got another bike
06-28-17, 08:49 AM
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Hi guys. The new 2018 Trek FX's are up already! Usually they show up in August but they're here early
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...kes/fx/c/B421/
The biggest change looks like almost all of the FX's come with DISC brakes. I know this is a hotly debated topic but I certainly don't do the type of riding that requires disc brakes... I wonder what everyones sentiments will be about this...
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...kes/fx/c/B421/
The biggest change looks like almost all of the FX's come with DISC brakes. I know this is a hotly debated topic but I certainly don't do the type of riding that requires disc brakes... I wonder what everyones sentiments will be about this...
Regarding the disc brakes, I don't think they are a deciding factor for me when getting a new bike. I mean my Madone has rim brakes and it stops really really well. However I do think that disc brakes look really cool on any bike. If they stop the bike better than the stock rim brakes on the 7.2 FX that I use, then that makes it a good upgrade for the new models.
06-28-17, 04:25 PM
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Looks like Trek has made the FXS6 frame specific and isn't sharing the Domane frame anymore. Looks like the S6 is more geared towards light trail now with 32c tires, a more universal seat, and a 86.5 press fit BB. It no longer has the ISO Zone fork, Shimano hydraulic brakes, the 15mm front thru-axle hub, tapered headset, or the flush mounted Duotrap sensor, and it gained a pound of weight. I haven't gone over the geometry yet, but I bet its more inline with the Sirrus Carbon and Giant CoMax carbon bikes now.
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06-28-17, 04:58 PM
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Looks like Trek has made the FXS6 frame specific and isn't sharing the Domane frame anymore. Looks like the S6 is more geared towards light trail now with 32c tires, a more universal seat, and a 86.5 press fit BB. It no longer has the ISO Zone fork, Shimano hydraulic brakes, the 15mm front thru-axle hub, tapered headset, or the flush mounted Duotrap sensor, and it gained a pound of weight. I haven't gone over the geometry yet, but I bet its more inline with the Sirrus Carbon and Giant CoMax carbon bikes now.
