Trek Fuel EX 5 2012

kev68

hi newbie here,

I am looking to buy a bike for a return after 20 year gap! need to get fit again

was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on this bike Trek Fuel EX 5 2012

I will be riding both off and on roads, Is this a decent bike for the task or does anyone have any better suggestions?

Thanks

arussiansniper

Hi

I've just got back into biking again and I was also looking at 'lower end' FS bikes for exactly the same use as you really. After speaking to a few lads in my local bike shops and listening to what the guys on here had to say, i decided on a 'higher end' HT bike. I don't know if that's something you might look into but I'm really happy with my decision.

I suppose it depends how 'off road' you want to go really mate but I'd definately check out some of the hardtails on offer at around the price (and cheaper) that you'll be paying for the Trek.

Jim

stanny_uk

check out canyon cycles.. direct delivery form german factory nerve xc 6.00 about £1100 and much much better spec than trek coz no distributers or middle men to deal with... the nerve 9.0 has won awards and its same frame only higher spec'd,,http://www.canyon.com/_en/mountainbikes/bike.html?b=2555

rockmonkeysc

EX5 rides pretty badly, horrible suspension. Giant Trance X4 is much nicer and only about another £100

kev68

thanks for the replies, maybe a highend ht might be better, any suggestions on a good one?

thanks

arussiansniper

I went for the Cannondale SL1, cost me a shade under a grand. Really happy with it so far...

To be honest, your best bet is probably to have an afternoon of hitting all the bike shops you can and see what feels and looks nice.

Jim