Trek Pilot advice

[surgtech1956]

Thanks - Sorry for the dumb question, but what's 'buzz kill handlebars'? I'm 5'5" and have a 30" inseam. Thanks again for the feedback.

[pll]

Thanks - Sorry for the dumb question, but what's 'buzz kill handlebars'? I'm 5'5" and have a 30" inseam. Thanks again for the feedback.

They are regular handlebars with special plugs, "Bzzzkill Harmonic Dampers" from Bontrager:

I installed a pair of brass ones on my (100&#37 aluminum bike a week ago and it has helped a little bit with road vibration. This was not a clean experiment, because I also inflated my front tire to about 95psi rather than 120psi (the maximum).

[FH Cyclist]

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.

[FH Cyclist]

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.

[boxer]

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!