I am thinking about a TREK 2004 model 2300 frameset. I have a couple
of questions about these frames, and wondered if someone knows the
answer.
1. These frame have an internal headset. Is this just marginally
better than an integrated headset, with all the associated
maintenance nightmares, and the possibility of a quickly ruined
frame because these headsets are not robust?
2. The frame lacks braze-ons for a rear rack, although it has eyelets
on the dropouts. What are the drawbacks of a rack that attaches
to the seatpost, or the mono-stay (if such mounts exist) ??
3. The frame lacks a pump peg. Is this really a disadvantage? My
old trek had a pump peg so you could carry a frame-fit pump below
the top tube.
4. Does anybody know how much these frames weigh ?? I read that the
2003 full ZR9000 frame was 2.72 lbs, however, I have also heard
that frames with carbon seatstays are usualy _heavier_ than pure
aluminum frames. So did trek downgrade the frame this year
(e.g. is it heavier than it was back in 2003) ??
Thanx in advance,
- Don Gillies
San Diego, CA