Trek Pilot advice

I forgot to mention, in addition to the buzzkill handlebars, the 2.1 has carbon forks, seat stays and seat post. I was hoping it would smooth out the ride and it does. I test road the 1.2 to see if the 50 cm frame fit me and it did. I then decided to try and reduce vibration as much as possible by going to the 2.1.

I didn't want to not ride my bicycle because I was uncomfortable (OK - just call me a wimp). The great news is that I am really enjoying riding this bicycle.

Have fun shopping.

I forgot to mention, in addition to the buzzkill handlebars, the 2.1 has carbon forks, seat stays and seat post. I was hoping it would smooth out the ride and it does. I test road the 1.2 to see if the 50 cm frame fit me and it did. I then decided to try and reduce vibration as much as possible by going to the 2.1.

I didn't want to not ride my bicycle because I was uncomfortable (OK - just call me a wimp). The great news is that I am really enjoying riding this bicycle.

Have fun shopping.

A few days later.....
Hi, I asked a couple of my colleagues that are Roadies if they had tried to reduce vibrations by reducing the pressure in their tires. They said in addition to increasing the rolling resistance, they felt they were more prone to "pinch tube" flat tires. So just a few other things to think about when trying to reduce vibration.

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Originally Posted by Somerville

Hi all -

I'm a new poster to the discussion forum, but in the last few months, you all have been really helpful to me in getting into cycling and in taking the plunge and buying a bike finally. I love the tone and the information sharing in this discussion forum! THANKS!

I just bought my first real bike after tooling around on my sister's old hybrid for a while. I rode the MS 150 in Massachusetts on that old thing ... ouch! Now I'm the proud owner of a very pretty, and - by my standards - incredibly light and fast Trek Pilot 1.2 WSD. After ... mmm ... about three hours, I'm still in love and don't have any post purchase anxiety.

For me the clincher was the smaller brake grips. I can actually reach these without hurting my thumbs from hanging on so hard to the handlebars. I feel really comfortable in the quasi-upright position and I can't explain the geometry of it, but it was just more comfortable than the pilot 1.0 I rode last weekend. Short torso, long arms ... I dunno ... it just feels good.

And I didn't want to be one of those people who cares about the color, but I did. I love the light blue! It's pretty without being obnoxiously girly.

I'll update again after I take her for some long rides this summer!

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It is a pretty bike, isn't it?http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/b...ury/medone.jpg
Do you have any problems with throwing the lever for the front chain rings? I can't do it, I had to switch to bar end friction shifters

I must confess - I am very envious. it is a really beautiful bike. I really like that color and now that I see the picture - WOW it looks great. Unfortunately, with my previous hand problems, I decided to try a bit more carbon in the frame and the only color offered in my bike is black - unless you move up the price scale.

I haven't had any problems in the throw lever, did you try to move them? I had mine moved up and I like it there a lot.

I'm still enjoying my bike a lot.

HI,
I purchased a Trek Pilot 1.2 WSD in March 2006 and I love my pilot. It fits well, is comfortable and a perfect choice for my riding and price. I plan to ride my first century with it in Sep 2007. I replaced the saddle right away and I have re-wrapped the handlebars, but other than that everything is wonderful. I have over 2000 miles on the bike and it's still great. Good luck with your bike purchase!