Hi,
I'm looking for advice on buying a hybrid bike. Years ago I owned a Trek 830 and loved it. However, those days are gone and being older and hopefully wiser I am looking to do more road /asphalt bike path/ rail trail riding. However, I would like to occasionally have the ability to go on dirt paths and grassy surfaces, nothing radical. Also, being in fairly good condition I will be logging many miles on this bike so 700cc wheels are a must. Also, I would like to keep the price around $600.
I have recently test rode a Trek 7.3 FX and did not like it. It felt too light and I want something a little beefier. Looked at a Gary Fisher Utopia but felt I was leaning to far forward, too much pressure on hands. Test rode a Specialized Crosstrail Sport and very much enjoyed the ride. However, there are a few more bikes which seem to be candidates. Here's my list:
Specialized Crosstrail Sport
Cannondale Quick CX4
Scott Sportster 40
Jamis Allegro 1X
Giant Roam 1
Any thoughts or comments on the above bikes would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
I'm looking for advice on buying a hybrid bike. Years ago I owned a Trek 830 and loved it. However, those days are gone and being older and hopefully wiser I am looking to do more road /asphalt bike path/ rail trail riding. However, I would like to occasionally have the ability to go on dirt paths and grassy surfaces, nothing radical. Also, being in fairly good condition I will be logging many miles on this bike so 700cc wheels are a must. Also, I would like to keep the price around $600.
I have recently test rode a Trek 7.3 FX and did not like it. It felt too light and I want something a little beefier. Looked at a Gary Fisher Utopia but felt I was leaning to far forward, too much pressure on hands. Test rode a Specialized Crosstrail Sport and very much enjoyed the ride. However, there are a few more bikes which seem to be candidates. Here's my list:
Specialized Crosstrail Sport
Cannondale Quick CX4
Scott Sportster 40
Jamis Allegro 1X
Giant Roam 1
Any thoughts or comments on the above bikes would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks