Trek Pilot 1.0

usumdelphini

I am looking for a quite cheap touring bike, and since I cannot afford anything like a Clubman, or any other entry-level audax, I am looking towards a versatile road bike to convert for light touring.

What do you guys think of this one?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=191086453227&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:GB:1123

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/20 ... ek/pilot10

Is it worth the money?
Is it quite convertible for light touring, by adding racks and maybe mounting 28mm tires?
Any other advice?

topdude

Hi, i had one of those a few years ago. It has fixings for mudguards and a rear rack. If i remember correctly there is plenty of clearance for mudguards as it has deep drop brakes. Looking back it was a very comfortable ride, wish i'd kept it in some ways
If in good condition that is a reasonable price so i would say go for it you won't be disappointed

usumdelphini

May I ask you another non-expert question?
I am 175cm, but I've ridden on bikes with frames bigger than 54cm. Since (as for my experience) the way it fits depends a lot on the model and the brand, but you know this bike, would you suggest that 54 for a person who is 174 height, 76 leg lenght?

Thanks a lot mate

topdude

Well coincidentally we are the same height, that size will be perfect for you in my opinion