2009 Trek 7.5fx WSD or 2010 7.6fx WSD?!

[Tanya]

I really thought I would notice a difference with the isozone component, so I was kind of surprised when the vibration level (which was close to nil on both) was not noticeably different. The isozone piece was the main component difference for me that I thought I would care about, and might miss if I passed up the bargain on the 7.6.

I considered getting one of the men's bikes, but having test ridden the WSD's, I really liked how they fit with my body, so they kind of stuck in my head as the best option. I felt like the WSD's took into consideration the leg/arm ratio of women vs. men. I have friends who have men's bikes who say that they fit just as well for them. It seems like it's a personal choice.

I ended up ordering the 2009 7.5fx WSD yesterday because I loved the way it felt, and I wouldn't cringe at seeing it, as I might in looking at the neon yellow on blue in the 7.6. I was also comforted in the 7.5's ability to handle light grit on the roads and maybe be able to go over some smooth, unpaved paths, whereas, the 7.6 would make me nervous to do so since it seems like more of a road bike with flat handlebars as opposed to being a true hybrid.

Part of me is sad at having passed up such a wonderful deal, (especially the part of me that has to pay my grad loans every month. That part of me is screaming that I'm wasteful), but the rest of me is ecstatic to ride a beautiful bike that is truly compatible with my needs. Thanks all for your input! I can't wait to go for a ride and put on many miles! Once I get addicted on my FX, I have a feeling I'll be on here looking for a road bike.

[ny biker]

But if you had gotten the 7.6, part of you would be screaming that you hate the way it looks.

So just enjoy your new bike!

[ASammy1]

We want pics

[Tanya]

Here is my new bike! I love it. I took it for a quick 5 mile whirl today and it rides like a dream. I can't wait to take it out for a longer ride this weekend.

[uforgot]

Congrats on the new bike! I do have to say, however, that when I saw that yellow and blue bike I fell in love with those colors! Interesting how different people's tastes are. Oh, I loved that black and gold too. You're right about it being feminine, but tasteful. I think you will be happier when you like the looks of it. I always am!

[Tanya]

@uforgot- I actually really liked the blue itself--it was very rich and beautiful, but that yellow...man. It just leaped out into my corneas and pulled some kickboxing moves on my retinas. It looked very different in person than on the website. I think I could have dealt with the color combo if it looked like how it was on the Trek website. I was actually really surprised when I saw it in person--It looked very Punky Brewster to me.

[Cataboo]

That pic might not have been set up for riding yet - but your seat is too low if that's how you're riding it