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September 30th 04, 03:48 AM
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Trek Madone 5.9 or 5.9 SL
Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or
strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a 
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September 30th 04, 09:01 AM
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"Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham
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September 30th 04, 09:01 AM
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"Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham
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September 30th 04, 01:16 PM
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Its all marketing. All Trek bikes ride the same -- ****ty.
They can't even get compact geometry right. "Graham" wrote in message ... "Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.769 / Virus Database: 516 - Release Date: 9/24/2004
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September 30th 04, 01:16 PM
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Its all marketing. All Trek bikes ride the same -- ****ty.
They can't even get compact geometry right. "Graham" wrote in message ... "Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.769 / Virus Database: 516 - Release Date: 9/24/2004
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September 30th 04, 01:50 PM
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and what does Jay ride?
JayofMontreal wrote: Its all marketing. All Trek bikes ride the same -- ****ty. They can't even get compact geometry right. "Graham" wrote in message ... "Andrew Martin" wrote in message .com... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.769 / Virus Database: 516 - Release Date: 9/24/2004
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September 30th 04, 01:50 PM
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and what does Jay ride?
JayofMontreal wrote: Its all marketing. All Trek bikes ride the same -- ****ty. They can't even get compact geometry right. "Graham" wrote in message ... "Andrew Martin" wrote in message .com... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.769 / Virus Database: 516 - Release Date: 9/24/2004
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September 30th 04, 02:20 PM
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Bigger difference are the wheels.
"Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a
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September 30th 04, 02:20 PM
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Bigger difference are the wheels.
"Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a
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September 30th 04, 02:59 PM
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"Graham" wrote in message ...
"Andrew Martin" wrote in message om... Apart from the strangly shaped tubes, are there any structural or strength differences between these bikes? I'm 178 and have ridden either a 5500 or 5900 for the past couple years. Do I have anything to worry about with the 5.9 SL? I know it's trite, but I just prefer the cleaner look of the SL, but I want a solid ride first and foremost. Thanks, -a What 178 years old ! Graham 6'3" 178lbs 28yo
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