Sorry I thought it was poaching someones' territoryBut this a different case.
It is not about a discount but more about availability at all.
Sorry I thought it was poaching someones' territoryBut this a different case.
It is not about a discount but more about availability at all.
For me its 100% about availability in this situation. The price is the same. If they could get me a bike in say 2 to 3 weeks, I would used my local store. They told me 4 months. I then went to Trek Direct stores. They told me 2 to 3 months. I have no issue going to a Trek Direct in Oregon. Its still a sale for Trek.But this a different case.
It is not about a discount but more about availability at all.
I want a dropper post on the Trek FXS5 bike. Its Carbon with internal cables. They say you can not route internally, I don't see good supports to route an external cable. I was pondering and asking around. No one had good suggestions.
I went online to look and see how people are attaching cable externally. That lead to a lot of people repairing broken frames on a carbon bike. I then realized, this is no different than glassing work I have done on my fiberglass boat. I could very easily epoxy on a couple eyes in strategic spots to route a cable through. My plan is to start with some sticky back zip tie holders. These are small squares with double sided adhesive tape on them. They have a channel designed to accept a zip tie. Heck, if I used 30lb double sided tape, I wouldn't even need to epoxy. I will figure it out soon enough. So funny, I don't even have the bike and I'm already modifying it. I cant help myself.
availability to you. but what is there motive? just curious.For me its 100% about availability in this situation. The price is the same. If they could get me a bike in say 2 to 3 weeks, I would used my local store. They told me 4 months. I then went to Trek Direct stores. They told me 2 to 3 months. I have no issue going to a Trek Direct in Oregon. Its still a sale for Trek.
I wanted to purchase at my local shop but they don't have any inventory. I am very loyal to those that help me to find what suits my needs. I don't shop price. In this case, I want to have a bike in the summer when I have time to acclimate to it before the wet sets in.
You know the saying. You get 2 out of 3. Service, Time, Price. I place my purchase in that order.
I want a dropper post on the Trek FXS5 bike. Its Carbon with internal cables. They say you can not route internally, I don't see good supports to route an external cable. I was pondering and asking around. No one had good suggestions.
Trek frames have a lifetime warranty...If you start drilling holes and epoxy eyelets in the frame your warranty on the frame is probably history..I want a dropper post on the Trek FXS5 bike. Its Carbon with internal cables. They say you can not route internally, I don't see good supports to route an external cable. I was pondering and asking around. No one had good suggestions.
I went online to look and see how people are attaching cable externally. That lead to a lot of people repairing broken frames on a carbon bike. I then realized, this is no different than glassing work I have done on my fiberglass boat. I could very easily epoxy on a couple eyes in strategic spots to route a cable through. My plan is to start with some sticky back zip tie holders. These are small squares with double sided adhesive tape on them. They have a channel designed to accept a zip tie. Heck, if I used 30lb double sided tape, I wouldn't even need to epoxy. I will figure it out soon enough. So funny, I don't even have the bike and I'm already modifying it. I cant help myself.
Trek frames have a lifetime warranty...If you start drilling holes and epoxy eyelets in the frame your warranty on the frame is probably history..
Do I also have to explain the rear rack with hooks to carry shopping bags.Could you explain the use case for a dropper post on a carbon fiber fitness bike for riders who want the speed of a lightweight road bike with the comfort and control of a flat handlebar.
I have no idea what your asking?availability to you. but what is there motive? just curious.
Who ever said anything about drilling out a post. I never did.Trek frames have a lifetime warranty...If you start drilling holes and epoxy eyelets in the frame your warranty on the frame is probably history..
Your saying, using an adhesive sticky back to zip tie a cable sheath to a carbon frame is going to make it fail. It thats the case, I won't purchase a carbon frame. It sounds like poor technology at this time.100 % sure and not only that its right out dangerous as you risk spontanious carbon failure while riding .
Trek gave me a brand new frame free of charge after the saddle dampening construction failed .
It was a higher spec frame , and i got it back fully rebuilt with my old parts from the trek dealer i bought it from
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Sorry, my bad, I assumed you wanted to drill thru the frame to run the cable to the dropper post.Who ever said anything about drilling out a post. I never did.
Your saying, using an adhesive sticky back to zip tie a cable sheath to a carbon frame is going to make it fail. It thats the case, I won't purchase a carbon frame. It sounds like poor technology at this time.
Looking at the same bike myself...Trek fuel EXe 9.8 XT incoming… expecting delivery late August early September just in time for our spring…
Trek fuel EXe 9.8xt pics
Frame: OCLV Mountain Carbon | 140mm
Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 2.1 RC damper | 150mm
Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT | 205mm x 60mm
Drive Unit: TQ HPR50 | 50nm
Battery: TQ 360Wh
Controller: TQ OLED display with Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity
Bar/Stem Combo: Bontrager RSL OCLV Carbon, 27.5mm rise, 820mm width, 45mm stem length
Saddle: Bontrager Arvada, Austenite Rails
Seatpost: Bontrager Line Elite Dropper | 200mm
Wheels: Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready
Tires: Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29×2.50?
XT DRIVETRAIN
Derailleur: Shimano XT M8100
Shifter: Shimano XT M8100
Crankset: E*thirteen E*spec Race Carbon, 34T | 165mm
Cassette: Shimano XT M8100 | 10-51, 12 speed
Chain: Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100
Brakes: Shimano XT M8120
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