Questions about a Trek 1000

[sandra]

I GOT IT!!!! It was bike love at first site. Even after she threw me onto the ground (ooops, not used to pedal straps) and bruising my hand and wrist, I was still in love.

I have never seen a "used" bike that was so unused. The chain and everything is so shiny, it doesn't look like it's had any dust on it. I believe she did only ride it once and that must have been the test drive off the showroom floor. It is perfect. I love it!!!

HAPPY DANCE!!!

[Tuckervill]

Congrats! What color is it? Have pics?

Karen

[sandra]

I do have pictures, if I can figure out how to post it. This may not have been the color I would have picked, but I sure would pick this price. The bike also came with more extras than I thought. It came with a Specialized saddle bag, a Cat Eye bike computer still in the box, an extra tube, tire levers, and Innovations Ultraflate Inflation System.

I have another question. I've almost KILLED myself twice with the pedals and straps. Is there a way to take the straps off or do I just have to change pedals. I also think I need to raise the handlebars, but I'm afraid it may have to go to the Trek dealer for that. Anybody know? (I'm sure someone does. )

Now I'll see if I can post a picture.

[sandra]

For now I'm calling her Helen. Helen Wheels because she has nearly killed me today. I need to make a few adjustments, but I think it is a great bike for the price I paid. It's hard to believe it was used. It's just like new.

[wannaduacentury]

For now I'm calling her Helen. Helen Wheels because she has nearly killed me today. I need to make a few adjustments, but I think it is a great bike for the price I paid. It's hard to believe it was used. It's just like new.

Lovely and Congrats on your good deal. ditch those pedals. I've got dual pedals, clipless on one side,platformon the other and have the clipless tension set loose so I can get out easily(several other folks on TE have this set up aswell I think) . Love the silver/red/ & black. Many happy miles. Jennifer

[coyote]

Hi Sandra,
Congrats on your Trek 1000. I just got one too, a 2005. The first thing I did was change the pedals out. I went clipless. I have never ridden clipless. Fell over twice and skinned my knee. I now remember to turn my heel out instead of trying to pull my foot off the pedal

Its one smooth ride isn't it. Many happy miles!

- Mary

[Mr. Bloom]

Silver designed the triathlon team uniform in the picture she posted above!

[KSH]

That bike looks great! You got a great deal. I sold my 2004 Trek 1000, with 4,000 miles and peeling decals for $350!

The pedals... get ones without the straps... or bite the bullet and get clipless.

I tested my Trek 1000 with those pedals. I fell in the parking lot because I couldn't get free from the straps. I left the shop with clipless pedals... never looked back.

[sandra]

I think the only miles on this bike are from the showroom floor, to the test drive and to her car. She said she rode it once.

I fell in the parking lot too and I'm OLD!!! You should see the palm of my hand, not to how my wrist feels and my hip! Those pedals have to go. For now I think I just want regular pedals.

Can I raise the handlebars or is that something the Trek dealer has to do?

[Skierchickie]

She's a beauty, Sandra! And whatta deal!

It looks like the bars are as high as they will go, with that stem but you can get one that angles up more. It may be good to go to the dealer, and let them help figure out what you need. Also, I think you can remove the toeclips (the old ones used to attach to the pedal with screws, and the strap just pulls out), but then you'd just be left with platforms. Clipless are great, once you get the hang of it, but it's one of those preference things.

Congrats, and have fun!

[Triskeliongirl]

To get the bars higher you need to buy a stem with more rise. Any LBS can help you, not just a trek dealer. I LOVE the color! enjoy her!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mr. Bloom]

I don't tend to get excited about paint jobs (although Silver does), but that is one cool paint job!