Maybe the end for this 2009 Trek 520
10-29-19, 07:39 AM
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There are more steel frames from the 90s and earlier still being ridden because that was the material almost exclusively used from before the 90s. Observing that there are a lot of vintage steel frames being ridden still compared to vintage carbon is pointless.
With that said- steel has also proven to be an incredibly long lasting material for frames. I would not think twice if I saw data showing the % of steel road frame/fork failures is lower than the % of carbon road frame/fork failures.
10-29-19, 07:51 AM
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It is standard operating procedure (SOP) to supply a replacement frame when a frame breaks. It is also very much SOP to offer a replacement with the modern equivalent of whatever frame broke, even if it is not compatible with all the parts - forks and bottom bracket and brakes and whatever else. It is up to the customer to work out the details. Without any details given, I am hopeful that OP got a rim-brake compatible trek 520 frame and fork, so things should all bot together without too much hassle.
It is also totally SOP for the customer to be responsible for labour costs to get the thing built up. Most shops cover labour on bikes they sold for some period - usually one or two years. If the frame had broken in that time span then most shops would get you back out on the road for no charge, no questions asked. Nine years is beyond any reasonable expectation of free labour.
To the OP: Since you rode this bike enough that the frame broke, I assume it has been a good bike. You should get the new frame built up and keep riding it as-is, or until the replacement frame breaks.
It is also totally SOP for the customer to be responsible for labour costs to get the thing built up. Most shops cover labour on bikes they sold for some period - usually one or two years. If the frame had broken in that time span then most shops would get you back out on the road for no charge, no questions asked. Nine years is beyond any reasonable expectation of free labour.
To the OP: Since you rode this bike enough that the frame broke, I assume it has been a good bike. You should get the new frame built up and keep riding it as-is, or until the replacement frame breaks.
10-29-19, 08:54 PM
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+1..yah, I'd say so. Would seem to fulfill a lifetime warranty.."it breaks, you get a new one..". Not covering the cost of swapping parts is also in line...as warranties go.
A bike shop can swap the parts for 2 hrs work..locally (here) they charge $100-$150 to build up a bike. Rather modest compared to selling it(for not a lot)..finding another bike & paying for it.
A bike shop can swap the parts for 2 hrs work..locally (here) they charge $100-$150 to build up a bike. Rather modest compared to selling it(for not a lot)..finding another bike & paying for it.
I could have waited until December and gotten the disc version of the frame with a small surcharge, but was wary of it being available even then so went ahead and opted for the rim brake version.
10-29-19, 09:03 PM
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Heck, the parts aren't that old, only 10 years.
Maybe a new bb , granny chainring looks worn a bit, but this is all normal wear and stuff that needs to be replaced sometime.
Doing it on your own is doable and fun-----if you are interested.
You could buy the tools needed with the 200+ and then have them for future. And you'd have a great bike afterwards.
But I guess it's only if you're into doing your own mechanical stuff.
Maybe a new bb , granny chainring looks worn a bit, but this is all normal wear and stuff that needs to be replaced sometime.
Doing it on your own is doable and fun-----if you are interested.
You could buy the tools needed with the 200+ and then have them for future. And you'd have a great bike afterwards.
But I guess it's only if you're into doing your own mechanical stuff.
10-30-19, 05:52 AM
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Once again, I'd agree with djb..those parts aren't that old. Several of the newest bikes I have are nearly twice that old and the original parts are working fine. Some parts are consumables and old frame or new, they'll still need updating.
Looks like Austin has a ton of bike shops..I'd ask around for build pricing. In warranty deals, it's a rare event where everyone is made whole. Trek is out a new frame (as they should be), you're out some money, and your (original purchase) bike shop is out..?..doesn't sound like much of anything as their pricing seems high. They should be giving you a break on labor cost...if they place any value on your regular or future business.
Check other bike shops or do the wrenching yourself. In the end it may come down to deciding between $200 to get back up and running or considerably more money and hassle (sell off frame and parts) to start fresh. Not great choices..but that's life...everyone has been there, or will be. Of course..if you want a new bike..then party on..
Looks like Austin has a ton of bike shops..I'd ask around for build pricing. In warranty deals, it's a rare event where everyone is made whole. Trek is out a new frame (as they should be), you're out some money, and your (original purchase) bike shop is out..?..doesn't sound like much of anything as their pricing seems high. They should be giving you a break on labor cost...if they place any value on your regular or future business.
Check other bike shops or do the wrenching yourself. In the end it may come down to deciding between $200 to get back up and running or considerably more money and hassle (sell off frame and parts) to start fresh. Not great choices..but that's life...everyone has been there, or will be. Of course..if you want a new bike..then party on..
10-30-19, 08:24 AM
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Is there a bicycle co-op near you? They usually have all the tools needed and someone to show you how to do things if you don't know. They're a fantastic way to learn how to do your own bicycle maintenance or repairs.
If you buy the tools and do it yourself then you'll have the experience to do most repairs you need and you'd not be tied to a bicycle shop's hours or have to wait for them to do it.
Cheers
If you buy the tools and do it yourself then you'll have the experience to do most repairs you need and you'd not be tied to a bicycle shop's hours or have to wait for them to do it.
Cheers
11-01-19, 04:57 PM
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I am content the with offer Trek made me and never really expected more than that. Yes, I could rebuild but have a hankering for a new bike with new technology so ordered a Kona Sutra which I would prefer over even an all new Trek 520.
