Quote Originally Posted by KSH
Congrats!

That's my twinky bike! I bought my Trek 1000 in October 2004. It has served me well for 3,000 miles. In fact, I got my first flat at 2,500! I think they put wheel of steel on it!

Unfortunately, the decals on the bike are starting to come off... I think I have worked the bike just too much! HA!

Oh, a bit of advice... find a good bike mechanic who can adjust your derailer just *right*. I have had to get my derailer adjusted on a regular basis.

Also, at around 300 miles, make sure you take it in for the tune up... as the chain stretches it will start automatically shifting gears .... nothing to be worried about, it's typical... thus this why you typically get your first tune up for free.

Overall, a great bike for the price.

Thank you and I truly appreciate the tips. I am writing all this down so I do not forget. I am still giddy. I really love my new bike.