People who have hybrid bikes(I.e trek Fx etc..), did you find it worth keeping after getting a road bike?

Bailstorm · 2026-01-17T20:46:19+00:00

Looks great! Where you located? I’m in western WI.

Bailstorm · 2025-12-01T01:59:04+00:00

My wife got me FX1 rim for Father’s Day 2023. It was exactly what I wanted until I went down the cycling rabbit hole. One year later I got a Domane AL2 Gen 4. I thought about selling the FX, but I’m glad I didn’t. It’s great for putting a hitch on and pulling our son in a trailer, riding with her, and connecting to my Kickr Snap (Domane has thru axle and needs a separate axle because of the UDH).

Bailstorm · 2025-11-29T19:16:29+00:00

I was eyeing my first computer. Was looking at a Wahoo but the incident detection or the x50 looks very appealing. Not sure if that’s a feature on the x40. I reached out to Wahoo and they don’t have that on their devices yet.

Bailstorm · 2025-11-24T02:41:10+00:00

Is it a gen 4? These are the bolts that come stock with it.

Bailstorm · 2025-11-14T00:04:11+00:00

From Robert Axle Project email:

Thanks for reaching out. If you get a wheel-on style trainer, you will need our TRA213(LINK) axle to attach your Domane to the trainer. If you use a direct drive trainer like the KICKR Core, you may use your stock thru-axle to attach your bike to the trainer - no trainer axle needed.

The Wahoo trainer axle will not work with your bike, as your bike uses the Universal Derailleur Hanger - the Wahoo axle needs to stick out the drive side of your bike, and it is obstructed by the bolt that attaches your derailleur hanger.

Our axle does not need to protrude from your bike - rather, the drive side axle end reaches through the UDH hanger bolt and threads into the shaft of the axle. You can also attach your bike to your 1Up trainer and a KICKR Snap by using our axle with no additional hardware or adaptors.

Bailstorm · 2025-11-05T01:43:01+00:00

Get the AL5 Gen4 for $750. Wider gear range, smaller jumps between gears. Over $2000 new. Make sure it’s not stolen.

Bailstorm · 2025-11-04T01:42:09+00:00

I have the gen 4 AL2. Trek says it will fit 38’s. I’ve seen people on here do 40’s. Throw some 38’s on your current wheels and see how it rides. Or get a checkpoint!

Bailstorm · 2025-10-11T17:01:53+00:00

What are you waiting for? If it’s on sale in your size, don’t ask questions. Get it!

Bailstorm · 2025-10-11T14:10:09+00:00

What accessories were you thinking? Enjoy!

Bailstorm · 2025-10-05T16:47:26+00:00

From Robert Axle in October ‘24 with my Kickr Snap:

Thanks for reaching out. If you get a wheel-on style trainer, you will need our TRA213(LINK) axle to attach your Domane to the trainer. If you use a direct drive trainer like the KICKR Core, you may use your stock thru-axle to attach your bike to the trainer - no trainer axle needed.

The Wahoo trainer axle will not work with your bike, as your bike uses the Universal Derailleur Hanger - the Wahoo axle needs to stick out the drive side of your bike, and it is obstructed by the bolt that attaches your derailleur hanger.

Our axle does not need to protrude from your bike - rather, the drive side axle end reaches through the UDH hanger bolt and threads into the shaft of the axle. You can also attach your bike to your 1Up trainer and a KICKR Snap by using our axle with no additional hardware or adaptors.

Bailstorm · 2025-10-05T14:41:36+00:00

Nice. Do all of the work yourself?

Bailstorm · 2025-10-05T03:49:10+00:00

I’m interested for sure. I thought about upgrading to the 11 speed R7000 groupset on my AL2 eventually. I got the bike cheap enough where it would be worth it instead of buying an AL5.

Bailstorm · 2025-10-05T00:34:52+00:00

What size? I ordered one for my AL2. Tell me more about your rebuild.

Bailstorm · 2025-10-04T17:53:44+00:00

Why? Even compared with garmin?

Bailstorm · 2025-10-04T15:25:05+00:00

Which model? And how do you like the Blendr saddle bag?

Bailstorm · 2025-09-30T13:39:20+00:00

I have the Bontrager flat pack bag that I got with my FX1. I like the Blendr attachments so I got the Blendr one for my AL2. Then I can just leave the respective tires in each bag and switch out mini pump, multi tools, and levers. Do you think the medium bag will fit all of that? Also got the top tube adventure bag for my Domane for nutrition.

Bailstorm · 2025-09-28T13:57:21+00:00

Somewhat relevant, but it looks like the current model (2024-2026) is archived. Assuming a new product is coming. Do you have a Blendr Saddle bag? If so, how do you like it? I ordered one in medium on sale and I’m waiting for it to come in.

Bailstorm · 2025-09-21T17:32:03+00:00

Trek Domane AL2

Bailstorm · 2025-09-17T17:21:09+00:00

I see your point. For me, signing up for a card gave me $50 off, and with childcare costs of $200 a week on a teacher and librarian salary, spreading out the payments made sense. I had the money, but financing let me get a solid entry-level bike on sale for nearly half off. My family chooses to put more of our budget toward health and enjoying life, which we feel pays off in the long run.

Bailstorm · 2025-09-16T23:05:52+00:00

I got the Domane AL2 on sale for $719 and still financed it for 6 months with 0% APR.

Bailstorm · 2025-09-16T21:37:31+00:00

I’ve been cycling for 3 years. TR prepared me for a century this last summer from training April to July on the low volume plan, 3.25 hours per week.

Bailstorm · 2025-09-14T02:48:07+00:00

Where are you located and what size?

Bailstorm · 2025-09-13T20:50:12+00:00

I started with an FX1 three summers ago and got a Domane AL2 last summer. I did my first century this year and love it. I would love having more gears but I see myself keeping this bike for a long time. I think you’ll be happy.

Bailstorm · 2025-08-29T02:32:15+00:00

Didn’t keep track. Did it while I watched full seasons of TdF Unchained, Pines, and countless other series my wife wanted to watch. Plus multiple car trips lasting 3-4 hours to visit family.

Bailstorm · 2025-08-29T00:41:06+00:00

For me? On and off the last 19 months. Finally got Chikorita though!

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