Quote Originally Posted by ms1 View Post
This is the bike that really got me into riding. I've had it for almost 2 years and have used it a lot - it's lighter than a mountain bike, but still comfortable and upright.

But now, I'm in the market for a "real" road bike. And, although I'm sure it's more comfortable on a trail than a road bike, it still isn't quite as comfortable as a mountain bike with a front shock and bigger tires.

So, I bought a Trek 4500 mountain bike on Craigslist a few months ago, which I use for trails and to ride with my daughters, when I am not trying to go fast. It's a fun and comfortable bike.

If I would have jumped straight to a road bike, I think I would have been apprehensive about using it, so the fx was a great start for me. I would never even have looked for a forum like this before I owned my fx. So, I can't say I'm sorry that I bought it, but I feel like I've outgrown it now.

I forgot to mention - first I had a 7.2 fx, sold it and then upgraded to the 7.5. And it was a huge different - lighter, faster and much more fun to ride. So, if your budget allows, go higher up with the fx. I have read (not sure if it's still true), that the 7.3 and 7.5 share the same frame, so maybe there's not as big a difference, but I wouldn't buy the 7.2.