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Trek 7200 vs. 7300
My wife and I have decided to get our first bicycles in 10 years. I have
previous road bike experience and my wife used to have a mountain bike. Since we want to remain sitting upright and relaxed and since our bikes will mainly be used in the "burbs" on pavement and perhaps at most on a highly groomed trail a hybrid seems an obvious choice. The bikes will be used for enjoyment and light exercise more than any formal training goal. For price considerations we are limiting our selection to the Trek 7300/7200/7100 series of bikes, their hybrids. It seems everywhere in our area the 2004 models are sold out and the 2005 are just starting to arrive so this purchase will be made in the next 2-4 weeks as the appropriate 2005 model arrives. Right now mens frames are only starting to trickle in but our LBS says for sure within the next 3-4 weeks they should have any option available. Based on the 7100 series there have been no changes between 2004/05 accept for paint. Details of the 7200/7300 2004/05 differences are as of yet unavailable. This is where I get lost: I am trying to decide between the 7100/200/300 series. I feel fine about the price of the 7200 so because I do believe paying more you get better components and features I will rule out the 7100. However the price of getting two 7300's is getting a bit steep for the use of these bikes, but I am willing to do so if it will increase my enjoyment of the bicycle. I have asked folks at the LBS want the differences are and they say "a nicer handle bar, better derailleur etc." None of which means anything to me from a practicle standpoint. How is it nicer? Will I notice? What makes one derailleur better than another? Weight? Reliablity? Assuming the 2004 stats remain the same here are the areas of difference in the 7300 vs. 7200 series. Can you please help me get a concrete idea of "what I am getting" that is better and why if I buy a 7300! Thanks!!! Price: 7300 $470 / 7200 $390 Wheels: 7300 Alloy F, Shimano C201 R hub; ACE19 rims / 7200 Alloy F, Shimano RM40 R hub, Matrix 750 rims Tires: 7300 Bontrager Invert HC, Kevlar belt, 700x35c / 7200 Bontrager Invert Select, 700x35c Handlebars: 7300 Bontrager Bar-Keeper / 7200 55mm rise Shifters: 7300 SRAM ESP Pro / 7200 SRAM MRX Plus Front Derailleur: 7300 Shimano T301 / 7200 Shimano C102 Rear Derailleur: 7300 SRAM X.7 / 7200 Shimano Alivio Crankset: 7300 Bontrager Sport 48/38/28 / 7200 Shimano C203 48/38/28 THOSE ARE THE ONLY DIFFERENCES, that I am aware of besides paint. How will these differences be seen or felt over time? Thanks again! Dave |
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You get the 7300 and she gets the 7100.
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You get the 7300 and she gets the 7100.
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Trek 7200 vs. 7300
actually she is saying she wants the 7200, and i kinda want the 7300. i am
wondering if i just shouldn't get us both the 7300 so we can have the same set of equipment which will make me more familar in case i want to do some at home adjustment. still wish i could "understand" the equipment differences though... "Belicians" wrote in message ... You get the 7300 and she gets the 7100. |
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actually she is saying she wants the 7200, and i kinda want the 7300. i am
wondering if i just shouldn't get us both the 7300 so we can have the same set of equipment which will make me more familar in case i want to do some at home adjustment. still wish i could "understand" the equipment differences though... "Belicians" wrote in message ... You get the 7300 and she gets the 7100. |
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"Steve" wrote in message news:h7WMc.158427$a24.127942@attbi_s03... First, look at the 7300fx instead. It's cheaper and better because you're not wasting your money on a crap suspension fork that offers no benefit on pavement, and on other features like an adjustable stem and a saddle with a built-in blinkie and handlebars with accessory clips that were invented by the marketing department. Second... actually, there is no second. The 7300fx is faster, lighter, cheaper, and has better parts than the 7300. RichC |
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"Steve" wrote in message news:h7WMc.158427$a24.127942@attbi_s03... First, look at the 7300fx instead. It's cheaper and better because you're not wasting your money on a crap suspension fork that offers no benefit on pavement, and on other features like an adjustable stem and a saddle with a built-in blinkie and handlebars with accessory clips that were invented by the marketing department. Second... actually, there is no second. The 7300fx is faster, lighter, cheaper, and has better parts than the 7300. RichC |
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On Sun, 25 Jul 2004 22:03:57 GMT, "Steve"
wrote: Can you please help me get a concrete idea of "what I am getting" that is better and why if I buy a 7300! Thanks!!! Price: 7300 $470 / 7200 $390 Wheels: 7300 Alloy F, Shimano C201 R hub; ACE19 rims / 7200 Alloy F, Shimano RM40 R hub, Matrix 750 rims I think the Matrix rims might be a bit heavier and stronger, but the ACE19 rims should be plenty strong enough for the use you describe. Tires: 7300 Bontrager Invert HC, Kevlar belt, 700x35c / 7200 Bontrager Invert Select, 700x35c The kevlar belt may reduce flats, but it adds rolling resistance. If you're not in a hurry (keeping up with anyone?) it shouldn't matter. Keep in mind tires are easy to change. The dealer may even be willing to change them out when the bikes are new. Handlebars: 7300 Bontrager Bar-Keeper / 7200 55mm rise The Bar-Keeper lets you add compatible accessories (computer, lights) with a "click". Not a big deal in my opinion; you may prefer accessories that aren't compatible anyway. Shifters: 7300 SRAM ESP Pro / 7200 SRAM MRX Plus I don't know of any functional difference here; is the grip texture or shifting action on either one more pleasant to you? Front Derailleur: 7300 Shimano T301 / 7200 Shimano C102 Rear Derailleur: 7300 SRAM X.7 / 7200 Shimano Alivio The 7300 does have "nicer" derailleurs, but you won't notice it. In my experience adjustment and shift cable friction have more to do with good or bad shifting than the difference between these derailleurs. Crankset: 7300 Bontrager Sport 48/38/28 / 7200 Shimano C203 48/38/28 No noticeable difference in my opinion. THOSE ARE THE ONLY DIFFERENCES, that I am aware of besides paint. Paint might be the most important difference. Seriously! ;-) You will enjoy riding more if you like the way your new bike looks. How will these differences be seen or felt over time? Thanks again! Dave If the colors were good, I'd get the nicer bikes. I have more fun riding a nice bike. |
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On Sun, 25 Jul 2004 22:03:57 GMT, "Steve"
wrote: Can you please help me get a concrete idea of "what I am getting" that is better and why if I buy a 7300! Thanks!!! Price: 7300 $470 / 7200 $390 Wheels: 7300 Alloy F, Shimano C201 R hub; ACE19 rims / 7200 Alloy F, Shimano RM40 R hub, Matrix 750 rims I think the Matrix rims might be a bit heavier and stronger, but the ACE19 rims should be plenty strong enough for the use you describe. Tires: 7300 Bontrager Invert HC, Kevlar belt, 700x35c / 7200 Bontrager Invert Select, 700x35c The kevlar belt may reduce flats, but it adds rolling resistance. If you're not in a hurry (keeping up with anyone?) it shouldn't matter. Keep in mind tires are easy to change. The dealer may even be willing to change them out when the bikes are new. Handlebars: 7300 Bontrager Bar-Keeper / 7200 55mm rise The Bar-Keeper lets you add compatible accessories (computer, lights) with a "click". Not a big deal in my opinion; you may prefer accessories that aren't compatible anyway. Shifters: 7300 SRAM ESP Pro / 7200 SRAM MRX Plus I don't know of any functional difference here; is the grip texture or shifting action on either one more pleasant to you? Front Derailleur: 7300 Shimano T301 / 7200 Shimano C102 Rear Derailleur: 7300 SRAM X.7 / 7200 Shimano Alivio The 7300 does have "nicer" derailleurs, but you won't notice it. In my experience adjustment and shift cable friction have more to do with good or bad shifting than the difference between these derailleurs. Crankset: 7300 Bontrager Sport 48/38/28 / 7200 Shimano C203 48/38/28 No noticeable difference in my opinion. THOSE ARE THE ONLY DIFFERENCES, that I am aware of besides paint. Paint might be the most important difference. Seriously! ;-) You will enjoy riding more if you like the way your new bike looks. How will these differences be seen or felt over time? Thanks again! Dave If the colors were good, I'd get the nicer bikes. I have more fun riding a nice bike. |
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Trek 7200 vs. 7300
dianne_1234 Wrote: Tires: 7300 Bontrager Invert HC, Kevlar belt, 700x35c / 7200 Bontrager Invert Select, 700x35c The kevlar belt may reduce flats, but it adds rolling resistance. If you're not in a hurry (keeping up with anyone?) it shouldn't matter. Rolling resistance difference on a hybrid with 35mm tres? ..D'oh? OK![/color] -- boudreaux |
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