I have a 7300FX that I use as a "ride on crushed limetone trails and around town for errands" bike. It is great for those two applications. Before I bought my road bike, I had a 7700FX with carbon fork and seat stays. It was an awesome bike - I just wanted to get into the road bike positions for long rides. My sister is currently riding it and loves it. As always, components get better on the higher priced bikes, you just have to decided the type of riding and what you are willing to spend. Good luck