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This 2022 Trek FX 3 review covers everything you need to know about the best hybrid bike for 2022. The 2022 Trek FX 3 checks all the boxes: disc brakes, 1X drivetrain, tubeless ready wheels and more! Its a fitness hybrid, which means you can ride it like a flat bar road bike while staying comfortable, or use it to commute around town.

The FX 3 is the best value in the FX series. The FX 1 is heavy because it comes with a steel fork. There are some models of FX 1 that still have rim brakes. The Trek FX 2 has a similar price point to the FX 3, but the upgrades on the 3 are worthwhile. (We dive into those upgrades below!) Regarding the front fork, the FX 2 comes with an aluminum fork, while the FX 3 has a carbon fork. Carbon reduces vibrations, meaning the 2022 FX 3 will provide a more comfortable ride.

Trek FX vs Trek Dual Sport vs Trek Verve

The three most common hybrid bikes in Trek’s arsenal are the FX, Dual Sport, and Verve. Depending on how and where you ride, each model offers a unique set of features. The Trek FX is the Five-Star General for several reasons.

First, in a weight comparison the Trek FX is the lightest bike of these three hybrid models. The Dual Sport comes with a front fork suspension adding a lot of weight. That front fork isn’t good enough to classify the Dual Sport as a mountain bike because it has limited travel. There is more room for wider tires on the Dual Sport than the FX, but again, you aren’t going to fit a set of 2.6″ Maxxis DHF or DHR tires to make a full mountain bike conversion. At best, the Dual Sport is an over-equipped gravel bike.

The Trek Verve is also a heavier bike than the FX, and it doesn’t come with suspension. It still has a similar weight to the Dual Sport. Depending on frame size you can expect your Dual Sport or Verve to weigh in approximately 31-33 lbs, depending on frame size. The FX 3 weighs just 25 lbs, which means climbing hills and going fast will be a lot easier on the FX.

Trek FX 3 Maximum Tire Clearance

Speaking of tire clearance, the Trek FX 3 maximum tire size is listed at 38mm per Trek. Trek believes you need 6mm of clearance on each side of the tire. I run gravel tires that are 40mm wide on my FX 3 during the winter and when I know I will be riding a lot of gravel trails. They provide plenty of traction in all riding conditions, and adding an even wider tire would simply add unnecessary weight to the bike.

All three models come with rack and fender mounts. The only area the Trek Verve has the advantage is in adjustability. The stem is adjustable to an upright position, and dropped for riding aggressively. The adjustment is made with an Allen wrench. On both the Dual Sport and FX, you need to flip your stem for any adjustability. Even then you aren’t getting the same amount of adjustment range offered by the Verve.

Trek FX 3 Upgrades

There are a few upgrades covered in this 2022 Trek FX 3 review that you need to make before leaving your bike shop. The three main touchpoints almost always need an upgrade with any new bike. They are grips, pedals and saddle. This is the first new bike I’ve purchased that I am not upgrading the grips. The 2022 Trek FX 3 comes with Bontrager Satellite IsoZone Plus grips that are lock-on and ergonomic. IsoZone is a vibration dampening technology and simply put… it works.

2022 Trek FX 3 Touchpoint Upgrades

When it comes to pedals, I am an advocate for clipping-in. Clipless pedals are a must have, but even cyclists that ride flats will want to upgrade pedals on their Trek FX 3. The Bontrager City pedals do not have a lot of grip, and they are cheap plastic that isn’t durable enough for even a casual rider. I don’t believe one clipless pedal manufacturer has an advantage over the other. You should use the pedals that are easiest to get in and out of. Most bike shops will let you test a few options to help you decide.

The saddle on this bike is nice. Most beginner cyclists will complain it is too hard, but the firmness of the saddle provides increased efficiency. Also, soft saddles become more uncomfortable on longer rides, and once you buy a Trek FX 3 you will go on some long adventures. Rather than upgrading the saddle, try a pair of cycling shorts. If your concerned about the look, you can always throw a pair of casual shorts over top. The built in chamois cycling shorts offer is the number one way to increase comfort on your bike. My personal favorite is the Escape Quest short from Pearl iZUMi. Its a durable cycling short that costs $50 or less. ( Check Current Price on Amazon Here ).

2022 Trek FX 3 Tire Upgrades

As I mentioned previously, a good set of winter tires is a must for this bike if you plan on riding in all weather conditions. I really love the 700×40 Donnelly Gravel Tires. If you plan on riding a lot of gravel I highly recommend a tan sidewall. They hide the dust better than all black tires, and they look great. ( Check Current Price on Amazon Here ). The FX 3 comes with tubeless ready wheels, and the Donnelly tires are tubeless compatible.

Tubeless wheels and tires allow you to run a lower tire pressure without having to worry about getting a flat. Tubeless setups are also lighter than running tubes, so you cut weight off the bike which adds to your efficiency. Converting to tubeless is something I recommend doing before you leave the bike shop.

2022 Trek FX 3 Drive Train

Another reason I upgraded from my 2020 FX 2 to this 2022 FX 3 is the drive train. Like it or not, the biking industry is moving to simplified drive trains. That means getting rid of your front derailleur. Your rear cassette is manufactured with enough range that 2X and 3X drivetrains are obsolete.

The 2022 FX 3 comes with a 1X10 Shimano Deore drivetrain. Shifting is incredibly smooth, and there is plenty of range for climbing mountains in Colorado. With the high end drive train, carbon fork, and thoughtful upgrades the price is $150 more than the FX 2 (Read: Trek FX 2 Review ), but the upgrades make the FX 3 an incredible value. The carbon fork alone is enough to justify the added expense, and the upgraded drivetrain makes the FX 3 a no brainer.

With the upgraded drivetrain you need to be able to stop faster too. Stopping is no issue with this bike thanks to the hydraulic disc brakes from Shimano. Disc brakes make stopping easier and faster in all weather conditions. There is no debate on the better brake, because disc brakes work better than rim brakes in every scenario.

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Hello, I’m very interested in the FX 3 before I buy can I get the handlebars up a few inches with an adjustment or replacing the stem with a longer one. Btw Your video was great I will go tubeless as u recommend. Thank you , Charles

Yes there are stems available that sit higher, but if you want a gain of a few inches you will be better off replacing the bars. The amount of gain you get from adjusting the stock bars is only a centimeter or two.

Loved your review and ended you getting the bike, same color, thank you. Quick question, could you provide info on the water bottle holders? I love how they complement the FX3, both black and blue.

I went with the Bontrager Elite bottle cages because I knew the colors would match. I can’t remember the name of the blue, I just know it was NOT the Waterloo Blue.

The color is alpine blue.

Yes! Thank you!

Hi Ryan, Thanks for the review. I’m debating between FX2 and 3 (or even Dual Sport). Most of my rides will be on city roads, but my commute does have a few hills (yikes San Francisco!) and I do plan to ride on light trails and gravels occasionally. What would you recommend for this riding situation?

Thanks, Abota

I definitely recommend the FX 3. The Carbon fork on the 3 will be a big advantage over the FX 2 when you hit that occasional gravel, and the weight savings over the Dual Sport will serve you much, much, much, mmmmuuucccchhhh better than the Dual Sport on those hills. If you are worried about the comfort of the rigid frame you can always put a higher volume tire on the FX to get you more comfort.

Is this bike comfortable for uphill riding with stock tires ?

Yes, it definitely is.

Do you ever use fenders? I’m curious if fenders still fit with your 40mm tires, which Trek says is already above the max of 38mm without fenders. Thanks!

I don’t use fenders on my FX. I think with fenders it’s best to stick with treks recommendation because there isn’t as much extra clearance. I’m going off memory but I think with fenders max tire width is 35mm.

Hello Ryan, I am thinking of upgrading my 2022 Trek FX3 Disc to a 2x system. What are your thoughts?

To each their own. If you feel like your ride is less enjoyable because you don’t have enough gearing for your terrain, then it’s a good idea. I would challenge you to go for a ride and tell yourself before hand that you will enjoy your ride even if that means working a little harder or going a little slower. I think you will find after a handful of rides the 1x is pretty good.

Hello again Ryan, I got a bit of a paint chip on the top tube in the aqua blue part of my 2022 FX 3 Disc. Can this easily be fixed on your own or should I take it to a bike shop?

It depends on how you want it to look. Its really hard to color match and blend it yourself. If you take it somewhere it will probably cost a small fortune.

Ryan, I’m looking at doing my first solo cross-country back-packing trip this coming season, starting in San Francisco and ending in Hilton Head. Because of carpel tunnel, drop bars/road bikes are not an option because of weight and angle it puts the riders wrists at. This limitation is what brought me to test ride the 2022 Trek FX Sport 4 Carbon & 2022 Sport 3 at my local bike shop. Question, do you think either of these are capable of making the trip and if so which one? I’m 6’1″and 215 lbs. Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

For a trip like that the carbon sport model will be better.

Correction on the second bike, I meant the 2022 FX 3 Disc.

Hello Ryan, two questions. Are you still using the stock seat or did you upgrade? Also, if you wanted to put a 12 cog rear cassette on, would there be enough room and what other parts would you likely have to change out. Thanks.

I use the stock seat. With cycling shorts on I’ve found I am comfortable on any saddle.

Very helpful review. After years riding and loving a road bike I decided to make a switch (I’m 68). I read your review, talked to my local, trusted LBS and purchased a FX3. Now for a twist…I also bought a Giant Escape 1. So far so good, and it’s too early to compare and contrast, but I’ll be back shortly after a few more rides.

I am 65 and just started biking. I bought the FX 3 and love it. You can ride nice and easy or make the ride challenging.

Ryan, any idea if the 2022 Trek FX Disc 3 can accommodate a 11 or 12 speed rear cassette?

It can be modified for sure, but in addition to a new cassette you would need new shift levers too. I think it’s a bigger project than it’s worth for a bike in this price range.

Two final questions Ryan. Can you recommend a pair of bike shorts that are not spandex? What kind of bike gloves do you wear while riding the FX3? I have a pair of Specialized gloves with padding on the inside and they don’t feel right with the ergonomic handlebars. Thanks again.

I love the Lycra shorts from Pearl Izumi. If you don’t like that skin tight feel try a pair of mountain biking shorts. My favorite are made by Zoic.

I go back and forth on gloves. With ergonomic grips I feel like I don’t need the gloves, but when I do wear them I wear either Pearl iZUMi or if I want full finger I wear Giro.

Is there a FX3 step through model?

Not a true step through or low step. They call it a stagger. The stagger has a much lower top tube but it won’t be as low as a true step through.

What’s the depth of the wheels rims if you know?

No clue on depth. I’ve always been more concerned with width. Looking at them I would guess internal is maybe 10mm. Seems to be about half the width anyway.

Bought my FX3 in August of this year to help get back into shape. At 60, with beat up knees, running wasn’t working for me. I love this bike and feel great after a few months of long rides. My only complaint was the non- adjustable handle bars as I was feeling too much pressure on my hands. I purchased Surly Sunrise handlebars and installed them at max height and rolled them back a bit to get more upright and haven’t had any issues yet. The extra weight doesn’t seem noticeable to me. Love this bike. Great article BTW. Thanks,

Hey Ryan, Great article. I am currently in the market for a new bike. I’ve only ever ridden mountain bikes and I’ve done what little I can to my full suspension Diamond Back to make it a smoother commute to work on city streets. I found an FX3 on offerup for a great deal, but im hesitant to pull the trigger. Can you advise as to what I would expect with that transition if I were to buy the FX3?

It will feel a lot faster, but it’s rigid so expect to feel more bumps.

Hi Ryan, I’m on the fence between this Trek FX3 and the Specialized Sirrus 3.0. The Sirrus has an aluminum fork and 1×9 Microshif. The brakes are Tektro. The advantage for the Sirrus is that is comes with 42mm tires and can run 45mm if you wanted to. Which bike would you pick? And do you think 42mm tires on the Trek would be possible for added comfort? Or perhaps the front tire could be 42mm and the back one 40mm? Thank you

42mm tires are definitely too big for the Trek. Both bikes are great. Trek will have more speed, specialized more comfort.

Having the ability to use a 2.1 tire is great I chose the DS3 2022, your statement about the narrow tires being faster is correct unless you hit a lot of sand like we have here in Florida then the narrow tires are going to let you down. Having the ability to mount wider tires or narrower and a carbon fork that can take up too a 2.0 700c on the DS3 makes it right on par with the FX but better because of having the option for running wider tires and something you can’t do on the FX.

Hi Ryan. I picked up the same bike last year (another n+1 added to the collection!) and for the most it’s great! Ended up upgrading pedals, grips , stem and tires (the LBS squeezed 42s on , so the bike essentially doubles as my gravel grinder). Question I have is if you have experienced any issues with the braking system? Particularly the rear brake stutters a fair bit with high speed braking or when I have my child in the Thule seat? I’ve read that it’s a bit common with the Promax brakes Trek substituted for the shimanos. Thought I would ask your experience this far. Cheers, Mike

I personally have not had any issues, but I know other commenters have reached out with complaints about Promax brakes. In this price range, I think the Promax brakes get the job done, but maybe I’ve just been lucky.

I have been riding a Trek FX 7500 for 20 years and now I am thinking about a new bike…I love my Treks I am thinking about a FX3 or a Verve 3. I am 74 years old and I am thinking about a more upright ride. What do you think? FX3 or Verve3?

Thanks Brian

I’m not a fan of the Verve, personally. The Verve 3 will definitely be more upright thanks to the adjustable stem, but you can replace the stem on an FX3 for the same result, it will just cost a little more. I think I would pay a few extra bucks on accessories that make the FX3 work versus buying the verve. The Verve is such a heavy bike weighing six pounds more than the FX.

I have a Verve 3 which is great for upright posture (which I need at 75); but I do not care for the drivetrain and weight. Can you specify how I could set up an FX3 to achieve the same posture and comfort? OTOH could I change the Verve 3 to a Deore or other drivetrain from Alevio/Acera?

Replace the stem and handlebars with something more upright. You might be able to get away with just a new stem too.

Hi Ryan. Am 54 not in great shape. Thinking of picking up cycling again to get in shape. Am from Malaysia and there seems to be a shortage of good bikes you see on internet. Now am suddenly faced with a choice of Specialized Sirrus 2 (gloss black) with Microshift set, Giant Escape 2 (cement) with the Altus set and Trek FX 3 with Deore set (matte black). The Trek is a thousand more in our currency making it the most expensive at MYR 3,899 (US 860) whereas the Giant and Specialized are around MYR 2,700. (US 650) we don’t even hv much color choices. Which of the 3 would you pick ?

The Trek. They all make a great bike but the Deore group set is the best in that bunch, by far.

Ok Ryan. Tqvm. Really good of you to reply. Decided am not going to do anything until I get your reply. Take care and all the best.

Hey, Great review.. Does the 1×10 drivetrain pick up as much speed as the 2×9 in the Fx2? I ride mostly flat trails and not much climbing. Thanks!

No, I’d say is the equivalent to having every other gear, so you are spending a little more time in each instead of ramping up quickly with multiple gears.

I found that I spinned out with the gearing and didn’t need the easier gears where I live… I replaced the crack with a 105 hollowteck .. the BB is compatible and got a 52t chainring … Of course you need a longer chain

Hello Ryan. What do you think of the FX3 for just riding down the highway on flat terrain?

Their are probably better bikes to do it more efficiently, specifically a road bike, but for just a casual rider strolling paved flat terrain the FX lineup is definitely sufficient.

Hi ryan About the FX3, 2023, with a 1×10, Would it be possible to maintain a good speed, let’s say 50 km/h, on a paved road without having to pedal like a crazy? Is the gearing low enough on a 1×10 compared to a 2×9 for example for fast riding?

Id say the 1×10 is going to feel lacking for maintaining fast speeds. It will feel like you’re missing that one extra gear.

Hi Ryan. Glad I found your page. For reference, I’m 73, 6’1″, 250 lbs working to drop 25 lbs, 1 knee replacement last Oct and the orher seems OK…for now Been out of cycling for about 10 years but wanting back in. Hoping to do both roads and solid trails…nothing to technical or extreme. I’ve been to all the local LBS and looked at most of the familiar mfrs offering. Now I’m down to the Trex FX3 and the Giant Fastroad AR. Not sure I need a 2x gearset here in SE Pennsylvania (Bucks Cnty) but I like the fatter tires on the AR. The FX is more comfortable for my tired old body. Your thoughts? TIA.

The gearset is a bummer really. Shimano 4100 Deore 10-speed A Shimano 5100 11-speed or 6100 12 speed would be a different league. agree?

It’s all relative. The group set is great for a beginner comparing their bike to one from a big box retailer. If you’ve riding high end bikes, it’s a lot harder to appreciate the quality and value of the FX.

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Trek 7.9FX review

Super-comfortable carbon mile-eater

Robert Smith

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The Trek 7.9FX is the full-carbon, money-no-object option among flat-bar road bikes. It's an expensive, lightweight, super comfortable mile eater. You can ride it in town, but riding it between towns is more fun.

Ride & handling: super comfort but strange bar

The Trek 7.9FX is a luxury grand tourer among flat bar road bikes. I just can’t stress enough how comfortable this bike is. You could commute on it, but you’re really doing it a disservice by riding it for less than 20 miles; the real quality of this bike is its mile-eating capabilities.

The surprisingly short top-tube and wide bars don’t feel like they’re set up for big ride comfort, but the compliant frame and fork (and bars) and the excellent wheels will have you wondering where the ride went.

The bars are silly-wide though and that affects the ride adversely. The Spinaci-type extensions do give a useful second handhold, but the cons outweigh the pros here. To fit them in, the bars have grown to a huge 25 inches, much too wide for a sporty bike such as this.

You can’t cut them down, and what’s worse is that even then there isn’t enough room for decent wide grips, the upshot being that the paddles of the SLR770 10-speed shifters rub on your thumbs the whole time. You need the second hand position just for some respite.

It’s not really built for load carrying, and in town it’s personable without excelling; you won’t have the fun you would on the Cinelli Hoy Hoy Rats, and you won’t feel as safe as you would on the Cube Hooper.

If Trek specced a decent carbon flat bar instead of the interesting-but-flawed aero set-up – the riding position is too upright to get much advantage anyway – then it would be a better and faster bike.

As it stands, it’s a great choice if you have a long commute and plenty of riding time at the weekends. The extra cash over most flat-bar bikes certainly buys you a better bike – whether it’s the kind of bike you need is another matter.

Frame: beautiful but sensible

The 7.9FX's frame is beautiful. The full monocoque carbon construction features an organic curved down tube and thin stays that meet at a massively oversized bottom bracket shell. The down tube and triangular top tube both feature internal cable routing.

At 3.1lb it’s a very sensible weight for an urban bike frame, though I’m sure Trek could have made it lighter. The fork is light too, but again it’s a very sensibly specced 687g Bontrager rather than a more exotic and fragile unit.

For a large bike, the top tube is quite short. The cross weave carbon finish and reserved decals complete the classy look. Mudguard, rack and two bottle bosses are included.

Equipment: good news

Other than the bars, which we've already dealt with, it’s good news. The 105/Ultegra 10-speed transmission is slick and sexy, the thumb shifters excellent when they’re not wearing holes in your thumbs.

The Shimano Deore V brakes feature cartridge pads and are a vast improvement over the cheaper units on some other round-town bikes. I expected a better saddle than the rather generic Bontrager specced, but it’s comfortable enough.

Wheels: quick & racy

The Trek has real race wheels, the same Bontrager Race units that you’ll find on the £1900 Madone 5.1 road bike. They’re well built, light, and quick. You wouldn’t want to tour on them, though, and Trek has sensibly specced Bontrager 700x28c tyres to take some of the sting out of uneven surfaces.

The wheels and tyres have proved themselves to be very capable in town, as well as coping with some rough and muddy back lane excursions. They’re not the stiffest, with some brake rub evident out of the saddle, but the speed of acceleration in traffic more than makes up for that.

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Strong, durable, faster than an MTB, mudguards are fittable, frame style, sporty commuter

A bit heavy, upright, slower than a road bike, rattles your teeth on old tarmac, not really a touring/recreational long-ride bike unless you are pretty heavy

I have had mine for about 6 years mainly for my daily 5 mile commute at bout 20mph (30kph). This bike is exceptionally durable and strong. I have recently (i.e. after more than 5 years of use) changed the plastic pedals for some aluminium ones, replaced a rear brake (one of the tensioner springs broke and they were not sold separately) and the rear wheel (a spoke broke and the rim was worn down) but I think that I have had the same tires since new. I may even put the old rear tire on my new wheel since it has better grip! The only flats I have had were pinch flats from not keep enough air in the tires. At the same time I had hoped that I would be able to use the bike recreationally, as I did my previous commuter which was an entry level Giant road bike converted to a hybrid style with flat handlebars. I was able to use the lighter Giant for both recreation and commuting. I did try taking this bike for 25km runs but it is a bit too heavy, and the sturdy frame transfers too much of the road surface irregularities to the rider. I ended up purchasing a carbon bike for recreational use - my best purchase ever. So I recommend that anyone that wants to do more than commute should at least get the 7.5 with carbon forks, or put some carbon forks on this (they can be had cheap from China). I also recommend removing the stem (the 10cm bit of tube that holds the handlebars to the headset at the top of the front fork), flipping it over so that it is angled down, and moving the spacers from below to above the stem for a more sporty / less upright ride. I also put some clips on the pedals. I don't do them, so I can get out easily, up but just stick my toes into them. Finally, to improve ride comfort I put a center-hollow Selle SMP Hybrid saddle on it. Bottom line: Good reliable fast A to B commuter.

Looks good in Gray. Bike is light and responsive as well as shifts smoothly

Brakes wore out quickly. Factory seat is pretty hard

Had this bike for 1 year now and I love it. I commute about 6 miles a day on it, but ride 10-15 miles on any given day for exercise. Bike is light and responsive. It also has a great look to it. Not sure I would buy this bike if I were riding 50 miles at a time. The handle bars keep you upright which can get tiring on long rides. In addition, riding upright does not let you cut down on wind resistence during longer rides. Having said that, if you are looking for a great bike at a great price that you can ride 10-20 miles at a time and feel proud of, then this is it.

Looks good. Tires and wheels are nice.

Bottom bracket is junk.

I bought this bike and didn't ride it much for the first 9 months. Then I started commuting to work with it and noticed my bottom bracket had way too much play in it. I took it to the Trek store and I had to pay $50 to replace the BB. I was told that they used the cheapest BB they could find when they made this bike. Nice to hear. I wish they would have told me that before buying it.

Light and agile, but still durable. Fast. Not too flashy. The tires won't quit if you pay them.

Brakes are not the best. Can be a bone shaker on rougher roads.

After having put over 2000 miles on this bike I feel I am in a place to give a proper review. When I bought the bike I weighed 215 lbs and I was not easy on it (although now thanks to the bike I am around 185 lbs) so that tells you a little about the durability. I came to this bike from a mountain bike and the difference in speed is amazing. I don't go off road very often but on grass and packed gravel it does just fine. The frame is extemely stiff, which is good when it comes to going fast, but will rattle your brain when riding on rough roads at speed. A carbon fork would most likely help out on that. The tires are beasts. I have roughly 2200 miles on them and they are still going strong, not a single flat. I don't know how many piles of glass and jagged rocks I have flown through on my daily commute and still not a single problem. The saddle takes a little getting used to, like all saddles, but I actually like it. The brakes are not the best. Really, the brakes are probably just fine, I just have terrible luck with brake pads. Even the cheap orignal resin pedals lasted about 2000 miles. All in all, I love this bike and I will most certainly put another 2200 miles on it before I look into buying another. However if you can afford it, I would go for the 7.5 with the carbon fork for a smoother ride.

Very light, agile, and comfortable. The shifters are very accurate having no hang-ups.

Seat could be more comfortable but definitely not intolerable for me.

I bought this bike primarily for commuting back and forth to work. Although I do not have much time on it, so far I am extremely happy with it and feel as if I got my money’s worth and didn’t just by a name.

Easy to ride, gears work effortlessly, comfy, welll balance and well put together

Lurv this bike, umed and ahed about which bike to buy until a friend sent to Clarence st, to talk to the guys there and lo and behold I cam home with my baby. A fantastic bike to ride, rolls along very well and makes all my friends jealous!

Reasonably quick Feels durable Looks SEXY in matte grey

I keep going to the garage to look at it.

So let me just say I have never bothered to review a product before. However, in purchasing a bike I found everybody has a different opinion and the only way to come to a decision is to hear everybody out and then decide for yourself. I can't stand the component snobs who seem to make propagate the notion that one spend 2 grand on a bike to get anything that is more than just barely usable equipment. Then they go online to complain about how the bike is crap. I felt I needed to balance some of that out. I reject the notion that I need to spend that kind of money to get from point A to point B reliably for many thousand of miles. So far I effing LOVE my bike. Been commuting on it. Shifts well and reliably. Rides nicely. Not too flashy and not too paranoid about someone stealing it. Bottom line...if you want a solid commuter/fitness bike at a reasonable price, This is the one for you.

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Hardcase tires, stock saddle. Bike well put together. Bombproof. Alloy fork.

Shifters, brakes, deraillers, wheels are bottom of the barrel, and not very responsive but acceptable for the price point.

Good bike for riding in varying road conditions. Or for training rides when you just want to hop on and go, rather than going though the whole ritual of kitting yourself up, and pumping up the tires on your road bike. It's a good frame, well assembled with cheap components. Hard to beat at this price. Weighs 30 pounds, much lighter than MTBs. You can climb hills.

Much livelier than the comparably priced Raleigh.

Handling, ease of ride.

My 7.3 FX Trek has been a champ for an old guy (60). Have ridden about 2200 miles and been happy with everything.

well built, fast, comfortable, easy adjustments so i 5'10" can ride then my uncle 6' and then my brother 4'8" has even ridden, easy to change between bike styles

its a little bit strange riding up hill on this bike with the frame shape. nothing big its just a little different.

this bike is a nice rig. its really good for riding offroad and on road. i enjoy the fact that i can make little 10-20 mile jots around town on this bike and then hit the trails all withing the same ride. i recommend it to anyone. its a very nice and versatile rig.

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Your Pre-Order is prioritised (at no additional charge); meaning that as soon as the product arrives with us, we can wrap it straight back up; ready for collection via Click & Collect or despatch to you — it often never even hits the stock room shelves!

With Pre-Launch , the date when we expect to receive the product ourselves is still a little too hazy to be confident in accepting Pre-Orders.

So, instead, you can submit your email address against the item you are interested in and we will email you as soon as stock arrives on the system.

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates are given on Pre-Order and Pre-Launch products. They are for indication purposes only and can change at any time without notice.

The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. Whenever we get updated information from our suppliers we will endeavour to update the Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates provided on product pages.

Not happy with your purchase? Send it back to us or return in any of our stores and we will give you a full refund or exchange!

In the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with your purchase please feel free to return your goods within 60 days of the purchase date for a full exchange or refund. Any item (excluding food and underwear) can be returned to us for any reason provided it is returned in ‘showroom condition’, with its original packaging, tags and a valid receipt/delivery note. Simply box up your items for return, include a cover note with the word REFUND or EXCHANGE inside & follow the below steps for safe return to our warehouse; where your return will be processed promptly.

Return Items by Post

It is your responsibility to ensure that the item is returned to us in a safe and secure manner, and in the event of a refund or exchange, in saleable condition (in original packaging and including all warranty, cards, manuals and accessories).

Customers are accountable for return shipping charges.

• You should always keep proof of postage and we advise you to use a ‘signed for service’ when returning goods.
• Send your package using a recorded delivery method (always keep a copy of your receipt!) to the following address:

Leisure Lakes Bikes, Unit 9 Centurion Industrial Estate, Centurion Way, Leyland, PR25 4GU

Checkout by Amazon Returns

If you used the pay by Amazon option when checking out then please send your package using a recorded delivery method (always keep a copy of your receipt!) with a note inside stating whether you want an exchange (what you want it exchanging for) or refund, to the following address:

Leisure Lakes Bikes Unit 9 Centurion Industrial Estate Centurion Way Leyland, PR25 4GU

Bike & Bulky Item Returns

If you wish to return your bike to us please keep it in the box it arrived in and call us on 01772 644340 and we will arrange a collection.

Please note the following:

• a) If we have sent you the incorrect bicycle, we will cover the cost of collection and delivery of the correct model.
• b) If we have delivered the bicycle you ordered, but upon inspection you decide it is not the bike for you, we will charge you £50.00 for the collection.

Please do not ride the bike as a full refund cannot be given if the bike has been used or damaged.

Return Items to a store

Any item (excluding food and underwear) can be returned to any Leisure Lakes Bikes store not just the one you made your purchase at, including those made online. The item must be returned in ‘showroom condition’, with its original packaging, tags and with a valid receipt/delivery note.

Wrong size or you don't like the item?

If returning items that are not suitable for either refund or exchange you are accountable for the delivery cost in returning it to us. You should always keep proof of postage and we advise you to use a ‘signed for service’ when returning goods.

New faulty items/ Wrong Item Received

If you have received items that are faulty or not what you ordered send them back to us (using the steps above) and we will cover the delivery cost of the return if it is within 14 days of delivery. If we have supplied the correct product, it is not faulty or it is outside of the 14 days we can not be liable for your postage charges. You should always keep proof of postage and we advise you to use a ‘signed for service’ when returning goods.

In the event that you have received items that are fault or not what you ordered, please send them back to us as soon as possible. Only in these cases will we cover the cost of the return shipping charges.

Faulty Items

If you have received items that are faulty please send them back to us using the steps above. Please include a covering letter describing the fault and if you would like the item replacing or refunding. Once the item arrives back at our Mail Order Centre you will receive an email notifying you about the progress. Faulty items are then forwarded onto the suppliers to confirm the warranty issue. Please be patient with us as we need to receive this confirmation from the suppliers before we can process your request for a replacement/refund.

When returning the item please use Royal Mail1 st Class Recorded* so that you have a tracking reference just in case! If your item arrived faulty we will refund your postage cost. If the item was in full working order at the time of delivery to you, we can not refund your return postage cost.

*In the event that you return a faulty/incorrect item we will refund your postage charge as long as it is 1 st Class Recorded or a lesser value service. We do not refund premium services.

Refunds will be processed using the same method of payment used for the original purchase. Credit and debit card refunds must be made to the card used for the original transaction, cheque payments will be refunded in cash but due to banking restrictions can only be refunded at least 14 days after the original purchase date. Due to the high incidence of fraud we regret that we are unable to offer any refund without a valid receipt/delivery note.

Refunds will be made for faulty or incorrect items, including any delivery charge incurred by the buyer (excluding ‘Special Delivery’) in the return of the item. If the products you ordered are delivered to you in good condition but you wish to return them for any reason we will refund the full value of the goods excluding any carriage charge upon receipt of your returned goods.

Items won’t be considered lost until after 15 working days of items beingdispatched. Once the 15 working days are up we will issue a refund or replacement.

Not received your order?

If you have not received your order please call us on 01772 644340 and a member of staff can confirm the shipping date. Unfortunately we cannot consider an item to be lost until 15 working days has passed (according to Royal Mail procedure). Once the 15 working days have passed we will be able to issue a full refund or resend your order.

Season:2016

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The Trek 7.3 FX Hybrid Bike 2016 produces the perfect blend of road bike speed and city bike comfort, utilising the Alpha Gold Aluminium frame to produce everyday durability with a light-weight edge. perfect for anything from your everyday commute to afternoon long sessions. The alloy fork comes with tapered legs, helping smooth out the road ahead without having to sacrifice handling. Internal cable routing helps keep the exterior of the hybrid bike looking clean while also protecting them from the elements for a crisper shifting and braking performance.

With Bontrager AW1 Hard-Case Lite tyres the Trek 7.3 FX resists punctures to keep you riding at full speed, working brilliantly with the Bontrager TLR rims to guarantee full stability at all speeds. The Bontrager IsoZone handlebar & grips have been designed to significantly reduce road feedback and absorb those nasty blows, keeping you comfortable and in full control throughout your ride. Built in mounts allow for easy attachment of racks and mudguards and thanks to the Blendr stem you can attach your gear directly to the stem for a clean and user-friendly experience!

Trek 7.3 FX Hybrid Bike 2016 Features

• Alpha Gold Aluminium frame has had its tube shapes manipulated to balance strength and weight saving.
• Internal cable routing for the shift and brake cables keeps things looking clean and simple while helping boost performance overall.
• Puncture-resistant hard-cade tyres.
• Rack & Mudguard ready for a practical edge.
• IsoZone handlebar and grips absorb road feedback for a comfortable and efficient ride.
• DuoTrap S seamlessly integrates a Bluetooth sensor into the frame, for easy tracking of your routes and fitness progress without an external sensor.
• Blendr stem technology lets you clip your gear directly to the stem for clean looks, maximum user friendliness.

Trek Men's Bike Sizing Guide

We have put together a general sizing guide for Trek road and mountain bikes. Please see the below for a general size and check out the Trek Bikes Sizing Guide for all bike model guides and how to measure yourself. 

Trek Men's Road Bike Sizing Guide

Trek men's mountain bike sizing guide, trek men's commute bike sizing guide, write a review for trek 7.3 fx hybrid bike 2016 green, also in the range.

• £525 £650 Trek FX 2 Disc Stagger Hybrid Bike 2023 Satin Viper Red
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• £1775 £2125 Trek FX+ 2 Hybrid Electric Bike Satin Trek Black
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• £611 £775 Trek FX 2 Disc Equipped Stagger Hybrid Bike 2023 Grey
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• £806 £1075 Trek FX 3 Disc Equipped Hybrid Bike 2022 Viper Red/Cobra Blood Fade
• £775 £1025 Trek FX 3 Disc Hybrid Bike 2023 Viper Red/Bobra Blood
• £775 £1025 Trek FX 3 Disc Hybrid Bike 2023 White
• £775 £1025 Trek FX 3 Disc Hybrid Bike 2022 Alpine Blue
• £775 £1025 Trek FX 3 Disc Stagger Hybrid Bike 2022 Alpine Blue
• £775 £1025 Trek FX 3 Disc Stagger Hybrid Bike 2023 Dnister Black
• £500 £500 Trek Fx 1 Stagger Hybrid Bike 2024 Lithium Grey
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Our mail order phone lines are open:

Monday : 10am - 5pm

Tuesday - Friday : 9:30am - 5pm

Before calling, please visit our Contact Us page & have a look at our F.A.Q's - you may find the answer to your query!

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Our stores are open 7 days a week*!

To find your nearest store & check their individual opening hours please visit our store finder page here .

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It's our mission to provide you with world-class hospitality every time you visit us online or in-store. We're always here to help you. It's the Trek way.

Free shipping and professional assembly

All bikes ordered online ship for free to your local Trek shop for professional assembly. Participating retailers will even deliver your new ride to your doorstep!

30 Day Unconditional Guarantee

If for any reason you aren't 100% happy with your trekbikes.com purchase, you can return it in like new condition within 30 days - no questions asked.

"Best fitness bikes 2022"

"Demolish your fitness goals with this bike from Trek that is built for performance and versatility. Featuring a lightweight alloy frame and carbon fork it has a responsive ride feel and hills can be conquered at speed. Perfect for riders looking for road bike speed with hybrid bike practicality and stability."

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