Thoughts on triple vs compact cranks

[J9L]

Hi Everyone,

Thank you for taking the time to offer your advice and feedback. It is much appreciated. I was fitted for my bike and am just petite all around and therefore; the WSD definitely feels better. I bought the 2013 Trek Lexa SLX in 50c compact. Although carbon would be minumgreat, I would be stretching my budget from $1,500-$2,000 and there isn't a huge weight difference from the "higher end aluminum" on this bike versus bottom level carbon. Of course, the ride is smoother but it wasn't enough to justify the cost difference. There is always the future if I want to upgrade one day and sell this bike but I am very happy with it! It is so comfortable and packs a punch for the price point. I am happy that I went with the simplicity of the compact crank. I test road it up a very steep nearby hill and it sailed over compared to my '12 Trek FX 7.3 haha. I guess my legs have grown used to pushing a heavier hybrid that the compact road bike felt absolutely fine. Thank you all again and I will be happy to post a pic soon

[TigerMom]

Hi Everyone,

Thank you for taking the time to offer your advice and feedback. It is much appreciated. I was fitted for my bike and am just petite all around and therefore; the WSD definitely feels better. I bought the 2013 Trek Lexa SLX in 50c compact. Although carbon would be minumgreat, I would be stretching my budget from $1,500-$2,000 and there isn't a huge weight difference from the "higher end aluminum" on this bike versus bottom level carbon. Of course, the ride is smoother but it wasn't enough to justify the cost difference. There is always the future if I want to upgrade one day and sell this bike but I am very happy with it! It is so comfortable and packs a punch for the price point. I am happy that I went with the simplicity of the compact crank. I test road it up a very steep nearby hill and it sailed over compared to my '12 Trek FX 7.3 haha. I guess my legs have grown used to pushing a heavier hybrid that the compact road bike felt absolutely fine. Thank you all again and I will be happy to post a pic soon

I'm happy that you love your bike and that you are flying over hills! Excellent!
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