Trek 2100 WSD????

[jenna0601]

I am going to buy a road bike that fits me and I really like the Trek 2100 WSD. I have been riding my husband's 58cm Bianchi and it is time I get my own. I have only ridden four times but I like it, so I think I deserve my own. The Trek is a 54cm and I am going to be fit by a local expert so I hope it should go well. My question is...Does anyone have this bike and what do you think? The local bike store has it for $1600 which seems like a lot for a runner who only has to buy new shoes every month or so. Is it worth that amount of money? Where else can a person buy a bike and save some money? The man that is fitting the bike doesn't work at the shop so I can buy a bike anywhere. Does anyone have any fantastic ideas?

I am thinking that I will use it for triathlons and duathlons mostly. I rode last week for 80 miles and it went well so I will probably try to ride around 100 miles a week to cross train the running. I would like some advice. If the price seems reasonable and anyone has a good recommendation than I will probably go with the Trek. I have looked online for reviews but there aren't any for the WSD. Where are the women that ride? (Different subject, sorry)

Thanks ahead of time for the imput because you ladies have helped me navigate this new fun thing.

[runnergirl]

The 2100 is a good bike, you're lucky to find one actually! Trek's supply chain seems permenently messed up here in VA. I'm guessing you're 5'6" or 7" since you're looking at a 54. You may want to try guys bikes too! I ride a mens frame and love it. Don't limit your test riding to WSD bikes.

As for where are the women? That seems to be the question of the year...I know I can't find many.

I was a runner too, then I fell in love with the road bike and quit running. I may do some over the winter as cross-training for the bike, but the rush of my first road race has me totally hooked on the bike. I did a marathon last fall-not too bad a time-but for some reason I just love the bike so much more now. The cycling community is also much more positive for female body image, I hated looking in the mirror when I ran, now I'm quite happy with my body's function and appearence.

OTOH, the cycling community can be really hard to break into. It sounds like your DH is into it, so that may ease the way for you some. Be persistent with group rides and such, it takes time to be accepted by the guys.

Have fun bike shopping!

[JanT]

Here's my two cents: I'm fairly new to road biking, but have been mountain biking for about 5 years. I've had two TREK mountain bikes, and both have been very reliable. Re. the expense: my first mountain bike was entry level, and it wasn't long before I felt the need for a better bike, and bought a better TREK. My road bike is a step above entry level, but adequate for me as a recreational rider. Neither bike was over $1,000, but I don't ever plan to be competitive. I know the prices of bikes, pedals, helmets, and all the other "stuff" you need seem outrageous. If you are thinking of doing any races at all, you should expect to pay at least $1500 to get a race-worthy bike. Believe me, it's much cheaper to get what you need to begin with than to have to upgrade! Other than that, I'm sure everyone here will tell you to make sure the bike fits well. (Try as many models as you can.) Good luck!

[Kimred]

Jan T was right on about getting race worthy bike right from the start. I test rode the Trek last year but ended up getting a Klein Q Carbon Team. It felt much more comfy to me. Not so stiff. I am not a big fan of womens bike. They seem small to me. I feel like I have more control with a man's frame. I have long arms and legs so maybe that's why. Just test test test them all if you can.

[jenna0601]

I am going to get measured by my bike fit guy and he is going to give me a print out of the specifications to look for. It may be that I don't need a WSD because of my size. I am 5' 8"- 5'9" depending on whether I am lifting weights or not. I was just looking for any feedback on the 2100. I am a runner and it seems that the running community is 50/50 women with regards to participants and awards. I went to a cycling event and was shocked at the difference in number of participants and awards. Women are definitely under-represented. It will take some getting used to.

[Kimred]

In my area it really varies with each event. You may be just as shocked to go to another one and see a huge amount of women. (Means more comp for me LOL) Also lots of women in my area are also runners. So what races they participate in depends on what they are training for at that time. So it can be extremly varied from race to race.

[SJCzar]

I purchased a new 2100 in May and I LOVE it! I do not have the WSD. I'm 5'4", so I had originally considered the WSD, but they had none at the factory, and didn't know when there would be any available. I test rode a 5000 in my size (it has the same components but a full carbon frame) to make sure the fit was good, since they did not have any 2100's in the store. Luckily I decided to order mine right away, because shortly after that they were not taking any more orders on 2100s.

My daughter's boyfriend works at the LBS that I use, so I got a really good deal. I still spent more than I had planned on, but have not regretted it. I know that the bike doesn't make the rider.... but as an average rider, I think I get much more enjoyment and spend much more time on this bike than the lower end bike that I passed down to my husband. The shifting is so much smoother than the old hybrid I had. It also helps alot that this is probably the first bike that I had that really fits me right.

Are you looking at a 2005 or a 2006? Didn't they go to full Ultegra on the 2006?