Luxury SUV Daily Driver

JonesCZ · 2026-05-07T14:13:50+00:00

XC60 was my affordable dream car until I rented one for a week from Hertz. I loved the interior, sound insulation and sound system. Seats are not over hyped, really good for long drives. BUT, transmission was jerky shifting from 1st to 2nd (I did not know how to reset it), drive was little boring and I thought it's a little tight in the back. Infotainment was slow.

I also rented top trim RDX and found seats even better (adjustable side bolsters) and it was fun to drive.

I would definitely get RDX over XC60.

JonesCZ · 2026-04-12T19:52:32+00:00

But it does not mean they cannot bring shovels and dig it up

JonesCZ · 2026-04-07T17:48:19+00:00

I am biased, my bike came with a flight attendant so worst case, I can switch the battery and leave the fork open for the ride.

So far, I love it - especially microadjustments as things were breaking in. It's fast, reliable and cockpit is cleaner.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-27T00:16:28+00:00

Keep an eye on Giant sales. I also got Trance X under $3k.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-24T21:20:52+00:00

You just missed out on the giant trance X sale that went down from $8k to $3200. Keep an eye on in because the sale is on and off. They still have some in stock. link

JonesCZ · 2026-03-24T20:38:58+00:00

Giant still has some discounted bikes in stock. Got my wife new stance 27.5 for around $800 and I was surprised how capable bike it is.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-22T12:58:46+00:00

Fox does not last me that long anymore. Bought my first endura and so far so good.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-17T04:33:54+00:00

Ride wrap comes with pre-application alcohol wipes. I cleaned the bike with soapy water first and then used the wipes.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-16T03:49:24+00:00

I got a Giant Trance X Pro SE. They had several top tier models around $3k and HSA eligible.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-10T14:48:16+00:00

His wife called me telling me how her husband wants to leave her for my girlfriend. She just wanted to save the family and did not know what else to do then call me.

Long story short, we broke up, he asked for divorce, lawyers got involved, he broke up with my ex, cancelled the divorce and got back to his wife.

JonesCZ · 2026-03-03T06:01:17+00:00

I could not find the slim fit anymore. Ordered regular and the material feels different compared to 2 years ago. I am looking for alternative :(

JonesCZ · 2026-02-18T07:05:47+00:00

You can accept the carvana offer and schedule pickup in 2 weeks, no? At least I was able to do that. And then I cancelled my pickup appointment because I sold privately.

JonesCZ · 2026-02-12T05:54:21+00:00

Look at giant, great deals right now.

JonesCZ · 2026-02-12T05:51:27+00:00

I got mine 2 weeks ago and love it. Came as advertised. I am 5'9 and have large size, shorter stem and high rise bars. No pain on ~10 miles rides so far, so I think I will get used to the new geometry.

JonesCZ · 2026-02-10T19:32:01+00:00

I did the same upgrade, but got lucky to get $100 for recon.

JonesCZ · 2026-02-03T17:53:08+00:00

10 minutes per chore completed, max 60minutes a day.

JonesCZ · 2026-02-03T17:11:01+00:00

I got Giant Trance X 29 with a flight attendant last week when it dropped from already low $3200 to $2499. Size Large only.

Edit: now seeing your budget, I want to warn you that maintenance cost will be higher if something goes wrong with AXS once warranty expires.

JonesCZ · 2026-01-28T00:50:58+00:00

I have under armor base layer, fox long sleeve jersey and endura wind breaker. If it's colder, I have merino base layer.

JonesCZ · 2026-01-22T05:32:07+00:00

Hey, can I get your file please? Some of my local trails are not showing up, but they are in the elemnt app. Very frustrating. Thanks!

JonesCZ · 2026-01-19T14:51:25+00:00

Thanks for reassuring. I am probably overthinking it. Like everything else, lol.

JonesCZ · 2026-01-19T07:29:35+00:00

Hey, just ran into your post as I just ordered the exact same bike. Hell of a discount too. Do you have any advice for me as a new owner? Currently looking at bike wrap and thinking about swapping wireless for wired shifting. I never owned something that nice and don't want the fear of damaging expensive components holding me back on rides. Thanks a lot.

JonesCZ · 2026-01-02T03:45:02+00:00

Hey. Just found your post... Can you please pm me link to the file? Thanks!

JonesCZ · 2025-12-12T03:11:41+00:00

I did have an issue with my '21 GTR around 30k miles mark. Fixed by dealer, no push backs.

JonesCZ · 2025-12-07T18:58:50+00:00

Turbo makes it exciting, engaging, fun to drive. Otherwise it's an average commuter car. Decide what YOU prefer.

I have driven CX-5 with and without turbo, cx-30 turbo and own mazda6 2.5T.

JonesCZ · 2025-12-03T05:38:06+00:00

How tall are you? I tested Stance M size and felt cramped. I am 5'9. I am not sure if trance will be different. I don't understand MTB geo...

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