All of this is making the Trek seem a much more viable proposition really isn’t it.
Given you already own the Trek, I concur 😉
(way too boring for an @weeksy thread though 🤣)
All of this is making the Trek seem a much more viable proposition really isn’t it.
I think politely, you are probably (definitely) overthinking it.
Suggest you measure the actual on the bike also, newer Treks are notoriously out on their geometry also, read some reviews where they measure the actual, rather than the manufacturers charts.
For example, I have a ‘23 Top Fuel which, ironically on paper, near enough mirrors the older Fuel EX you have.
In reality, it’s a 64.5 degree HA & the wheelbase is 3cm longer than Trek claim. I am running a 130mm fork, but 10mm does not make anything like that kind of difference to the numbers.
The new Fuel EX follows a similar pattern.
I bet if you back to back tested & ran control wheels/tyres there would be virtually no difference in actual times through sections between that bike & say the Megatower you are referencing.
The problem is not the bike. Same for nearly everyone.
The problem is not the bike.
LOL excellent post... but... i don't think i've said that 😀
I will go measure it though using my phone.
2 different apps measure it at 67deg, which doesn't seem right at all.
I've not seen them side by side to compare properly, but looking at my mates Megatower and what I've seen of the Fuel, they are completely different bikes for slightly different purposes, it's not just the HA and I'd guess getting on them back to back, they would feel quite different
Have you still got that god awful bonty tyre on the front ?
No, i've got a Conti Argotal on the front, i've got the Bonty on the back though, but considering swapping for tomorrow/Sat at FoD/Dyfi. But i've not honestly noticed much issue with them. The Argotal is great though i'll admit.
I think what you should do is randomly buy a completely different frame that makes no sense at all - and drive 4 hours across the country to get it. It’s the only true Weeksy way!
There is still that Forbidden Dreadnought on eBay in size medium - 465mm reach so bigger than your last bike but slightly shorter than your current bike. Whack a 160-170mm fork on it and it’ll basically ride over anything
Genuine question. Do you ever test ride any of these bikes before or just purchase on impulse.
Ie must be loads of available bikes within your group of friends you could try before you stump up cash on a bike you don't get on with.
Just feels like a bit finger In the wind when buying bikes
I previously owned the exact same bike as this. It was a 2020 compared to 2022, but there was no difference.
I like/liked it and get on well with it... but that doesn't necesarily mean i don't fancy something different 🙂
I didn't spend any cash on this it was a swap for the Slayer and i'd argue is worth more than the Slayer was.
I think what you should do is randomly buy a completely different frame that makes no sense at all – and drive 4 hours across the country to get it. It’s the only true Weeksy way!
I like the plan... it's got merit.... but i can't be bothered doing a frame swap. So currently it's off to FoD and Dyfi and we'll see what the next weeks bring.
Probably seeking more validation from a random set of middle aged blokes on the internet instead of making an informed adult decision?
Don't be silly now.
Maybe just talking bikes on a bike forum because I find bikes and chat interesting?
👌🏻
Please respect Weeksy.
Before you communicate, ask yourself - is this about bikes?
If it's related to bikes, that's not about bikes.
It needs to be about bikes.
If it’s related to bikes, that’s not about bikes.
It needs to be about bikes.
English?
Basically he's calling me a dick for taking the piss out of you as my comment wasn't about bikes
He wants to be your protector mate
He wants to be your protector mate
When you say protector, does it involve lube 😭😭😭
If it does I'm sure you'll put that choice to the stw masses also 😘
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I think what you should do is randomly buy a completely different frame that makes no sense at all – and drive 4 hours across the country to get it. It’s the only true Weeksy way!
I like the plan… it’s got merit…. but i can’t be bothered doing a frame swap. So currently it’s off to FoD and Dyfi and we’ll see what the next weeks bring.
it doesn’t take that long to do a bike frame swap - certainly less time than driving miles and back to do a whole bike swap. Opens up your options too….I think you should buy that Dreadnought from eBay - that’ll be slack and crush everything in its way. If I had enough spare cash I’d buy it as an uplift / scary riding days - but I’d probably only use it 5 times a year at best.
Buy a frame and drop it in with your current Trek on the way past Bristol to Wales and I’ll build it for ya - I like building bikes up!
Lol thanks mate, but I'm happy swapping stuff too. I enjoy it. But I can promise you, it wouldn't be a Dreadnought, they're ugly as sin.
I did see a gold Sentinel at Dyfi which was cool as heck.
The Trek though lapped up everything I asked of it both at FoD and Dyfi. Although sadly I think the DPX2 needs a look at due to a pedal knock.
The front end felt great with faster rebound.
As always, I was the one holding it back, not it holding me back.
Doesn't mean I'm any further on with decisions though, but I've not had any swap offers currently anyway, so no rush to decide
