Trek 1000... upgrade?

In cycling, like paintball, the person using the equipment makes a much bigger performance difference than the equipment itself at lower levels. As an entry level cyclist, don't expect to buy speed (except through an engine). The only upgrade that I would recommend for that bike is a set of clipless pedals and shoes. Those will make a noticeable difference over the toe clips that come on the bike, and will be compatible with any other bike you might purchase later on.

Right.

Well, I meant with time and stuff. Is the bike a good one for beginner and could it be upgraded to fit my needs in the future?

Also, I'd like to get a clip in shoe. But if that wont benefit me.. then what shoe would you recommend, etc. (A riding shoe.)

GucciPucci said:

Well, I meant with time and stuff. Is the bike a good one for beginner and could it be upgraded to fit my needs in the future?

Ok, well "right out of the box" means 'at purchase' to me, but maybe I misunderstood you. Yes, it's a good entry level bike. Yes, it can be upgraded, but for the cost you may just want to get a new bike later (like I did after 5 years on the 1000).

GucciPucci said:

Also, I'd like to get a clip in shoe. But if that wont benefit me.. then what shoe would you recommend, etc. (A riding shoe.)

To reiterate what I said, clipless pedals and shoes would be a good upgrade right away (or later if you wanted to wait). 'Clipless' is biker code for the shoes that clip into the pedals, as opposed to 'toe clips' which don't clip anywhere at all (ironic, huh? 🙂 ). That's about the only thing I would add to that bike, unless you didn't like the saddle for some reason. Getting new wheels or shifters is going to cost you about as much as the bike did, so that's why I say you'll probably get a new bike before you do either of those things to your 1000.

Higher end bikes typically don't come with pedals, so getting decent clipless pedals now will serve you well in the future, too.

If anyone is considering getting a Trek 1000 and upgrading it out of the box or within a very short period of time, then they are much better off just getting a Trek 1200 or 1500.

As frenchyge says, clipless pedals and shoes are a good investement regardless of which bike. And the stock saddle on most bikes are good canditates for upgrades.

If you're wanting to upgrade shifters, brakes, derailleurs, etc. just get a better bike to start with. Trust me on this one.

Coolness! Thanks for the help. $350 saved for the bike right now. More to come. I might just save up and buy something else for around $800. If I can get anything better for $200 more dollars. But I do have to buy some gear, so I should probably just buy that and the bike, eh?

As for "out of the box" You were right the first time, I just forget what I say at my old age of eighteen. 🙁 Kidding. Thanks again!

Oh, don't forget to get a bike computer. That's a 'must have' right out of the box. Shorts and water bottle fall into that category too.

frenchyge said:

Oh, don't forget to get a bike computer. That's a 'must have' right out of the box. Shorts and water bottle fall into that category too.

Bike Computer? Sounds expensive. I'll put some research into it.

frenchyge said:

Oh, don't forget to get a bike computer. That's a 'must have' right out of the box.

Why?? I use to have em. Ditched em all. Just another POS to go TU.

I was looking at the one in "Bike Computer' catagory for like.. fifty bucks. They all serve the same purpouse, right? No matter how much they cost?

Also... if I didn't get one... what other ways is there to track mileage, etc? (Mostly directed to the last two posters.)

Thanks for the help so far, fellas and ladies... (I think?)

350 bucks eh? Nice bro. I'm saving for a Trek bike myself. Nice deal. Good luck to you.

GucciPucci said:

I was looking at the one in "Bike Computer' catagory for like.. fifty bucks. They all serve the same purpouse, right? No matter how much they cost?

Pretty much, except for the POS that went TU for the other poster. Don't get that one. 🙂

GucciPucci said:

Also... if I didn't get one... what other ways is there to track mileage, etc? (Mostly directed to the last two posters.)

Exactly. Trust me, it's a 'must have' if you are at all interested in improving on the bike.

frenchyge said:

Exactly. Trust me, it's a 'must have' if you are at all interested in improving on the bike.

Oh BS! Rubbish and nonsense for good measure. I sucked. Now I don't. Need a better testimonial? Probably wouldn't register on a nose picking, capret smoking muppet anyway. 🙄

frenchyge said:

Pretty much,.......

Not really, unless cadence and HRM have become standard features.

boudreaux said:

I sucked. Now I don't.

Really? How much have you improved? Do you have any objective measures to demonstrate that you either sucked before, or don't suck now? Maybe you still suck. How would you know?

As I said, Gucci, get a computer unless you want to measure your cycling performance in terms of whether you suck or not. I think the point has been made. 🙄

frenchyge said:

Really? How much have you improved? Do you have any objective measures to demonstrate that you either sucked before, or don't suck now? Maybe you still suck. How would you know?

As I said, Gucci, get a computer unless you want to measure your cycling performance in terms of whether you suck or not. I think the point has been made. 🙄

You've just maxed out the suck meter. 🙄

boudreaux said:

Not really, unless cadence and HRM have become standard features.

No, not standard, but also not relevant to a poster who's looking for a computer for his entry level road bike.

If you want to be helpful, then answer his question:

GucciPucci said:

Also... if I didn't get one... what other ways is there to track mileage, etc? (Mostly directed to the last two posters.)

or say which computers you've had bad experiences with so he can avoid those. Read the posts, provide some useful info, or move along.

I have the 1200. Same frame , next level of components. The frame is nice and comfy, the 1000 components are fine. But as mentioned it is often cheaper to buy a new bike rather than upgrade. Time and cost of components doesn't make it worth it. Get the 1000 then if you need to upgrade save your money and get a better bike, keeping the 1000 for trips you don't want to waste on your expensive bike (like commutes in the rain etc...).

Sounds good, thanks for ALL of the help.

Also, will that cheaper computer work for the time being?

GucciPucci said:

Also, will that cheaper computer work for the time being?

Yep. Look in the $20-30 range. I've had good luck with Cateye brand.