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Roberto TorresDate Reviewed: November 15, 2012
Strengths: I have an older trek 850 mt track xc and i love it dont need another bike this trek is as good as a new bike ride's great.Weaknesses: Dont seem to have any.Bottom Line: Trek must get.
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$200.00
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juan balandranDate Reviewed: November 10, 2012
Strengths: mt track trek 850 true temper full cro- moly bike FOR SALEWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: I have a mt track TREK bike FOR SALE which I bough at an estate sale if anyone is interested you can reach me @ 562 230-3573 I am in lakewood california i can send pics
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FredDate Reviewed: October 26, 2012
Strengths: Bulletproof frameWeaknesses: Weak stock compunentsBottom Line: I purchased mine from Debo in Arlington,TX in '95. The frame, gears and forks are original. I replaced the rear wheel with a tandem wheel to hold up my 400# butt and the handlebars and shifters to ride more comfortably. I only ride on roads now, so I have street slicks instead of knobbies. It is my favorite bike.
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HillMan2011
a Weekend Warrior
from Halifax, CanadaDate Reviewed: June 5, 2011
Strengths: Incredible strength this bike has. If you like rigid road biking this is the bike.Weaknesses: For me none!Bottom Line: I need another Trek 850 Antelope! If anyone has one for sale let me know please. Will consider all conditions / frames / parts.
Favorite Trail: South Shore
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At: Friend
Bike Setup: As bought. Need used bikes to rebuild a good one.
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David0971
a Weekend Warrior
from Idaho Falls, IdahoDate Reviewed: May 16, 2011
Strengths: tough frame, big tires, 21 gears, quick release seat and tires.Weaknesses: componets brole during its tune up when I got it. having a time getting the derailers back in perfect working condition. kindof a heavy bike.Bottom Line: what can I say some great Trek attributes but a little lower end for my taste. Will ride till I buy something new. Which will be Trek!
Favorite Trail: Greenbelt
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Purchased At: given to me
Similar Products Used: trek 8500, raleigh, 12 speed
Bike Setup: up graded rims and tires, all original componets broken front brake though
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nolajake
a Cross Country Rider
from New Orleans, LA, USADate Reviewed: April 7, 2011
Strengths: Indestructible frame and front fork. I can hop potholes and curbs without fear.Weaknesses: Some of the stock components were not great. Have replaced grips, brakes, shift levers, seat, etc., over the years.Bottom Line: I bought this bike new in 1992, and have since put thousands of miles on it. I commute to work almost every day (14 miles round trip) on potholed and cracked NOLA streets, sometimes churning through tropical downpours. The Cro-Moly frame is heavy, but takes a daily beating without fail or complaint, and so far shows no signs of cracking welds or significant rust. In theory, I could just keep replacing components and keep this beast rolling forever. Though I sometimes wish for a new, lightweight full-suspension MTB, I couldn't be happier with my old workhorse. I may give out before it does.
Favorite Trail: Crescent City streets
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$400.00
Similar Products Used: Never needed another MTB, actually.
Bike Setup: 1992 Trek 850 Antelope 20" cro-moly frame, 7-speed/21-gear drivetrain; still have Shimano Exage 400 LX front derailleur paired w/ Exage 500 LX rear derailleur, Shimano crankset. Brakes & shifters replaced. Currently using Bontrager TrailB tires.
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zenhound
a Cross Country Rider
from Pittsburgh, PA, USADate Reviewed: March 19, 2011
Strengths: Solid workhorseWeaknesses: Stock parts were not greatBottom Line: I bought this used over 15 years ago, almost immediately replaced the stock parts, and rode it daily in some stupid places. I've dragged it with me around the country and, after a long break, I took it to West Newton Bikes and had them tune it- thing works as well now as it did then. I forgot how much I love riding. My riding has changed with age so I'll probably buy a hybrid but I'll keep this one for tougher trails.
Favorite Trail: one without cars
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: a bike shop in Hunti
Bike Setup: Replaced almost everything but the frame.
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pmcomp
a Weekend Warrior
from Everett, WADate Reviewed: August 18, 2010
Strengths: Rock solid cromoly frame. Good welding job. Semi-vertical dropouts allow easy conversion to SS. Nice solid old school hardtail.Weaknesses: purchased used; worn, inexpensive componentsBottom Line: Wish I'd paid a little less because I'm going to end up replacing everything except the frame. Nice frame though!
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At: craigslist
Similar Products Used: Schwinn MTB
Bike Setup: Purchased stock. Now it has new Surly crankset, Wheels MFG SS conversion kit.
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b-rad
a Cross Country Rider
from Grand rapids MI USADate Reviewed: May 19, 2010
Strengths: I love this bike. very strong...Weaknesses: I can't say anything bad about it, I'm hard on the bike. but i just tune it up and ride.Bottom Line: I will never get rid of this bike...
Favorite Trail: we have tons of great trail systems
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Purchased At: bought a Vw jeta tre
Similar Products Used: none compare 4 me.
Bike Setup: its an 850, but its the Vw limited edition so it has upgraded parts on it.
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sonicteapot
a Weekend Warrior
from Portsmouth UKDate Reviewed: April 13, 2010
Strengths: Bomb proof construction, Riding position, road and trail performance.Weaknesses: not foundBottom Line: Its often been left outside in all weathers...it's been jumpin' and bumpin' for 15 years through all seasons and all terrain (bmx tracks included...although my nuts didn't fare so well!!) "tea leaves" pass it by for shiny newer models and although I'm yet again looking at newer models ...I will never ever part with my 850 lest it disintegrates!
Favorite Trail: TO INFINITY AND BEYOND
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Similar Products Used: Marin Claude butler
Bike Setup: Standard
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dechristensen
a Cross Country Rider
from WADate Reviewed: January 24, 2010
Strengths: IndestructableWeaknesses: NoneBottom Line: I bought this on vacation when I was about to move to Moscow. Rode this thing all through Germany, and then like made since I've been back. You got to respect it for what it is, effiecent, pretty fast, strong upright street transportation. Think I'm going to rip it apart next week nad treat it to new grease and cables.
Favorite Trail: To Safeway and back
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: Jackson Mississippi
Bike Setup: Stock. Big Slicks
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jotto
a Cross Country Rider
from grand rapids MIDate Reviewed: October 7, 2009
Strengths: indestructible
elegant: this thing is so simple. I actually like the cantilever brakes because of their simplicity. The lack of shocks is also fine with me. The less crap the better in my book.
The Antelope takes me everywhere. I may be slow, but I never break down.Weaknesses: The bearings suckBottom Line: I beat the living hell out of this thing. The paint job and forks date it, so I don't think it will ever be stolen. It's a sleeper!
Favorite Trail: the road
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Purchased At: was given to me
Similar Products Used: My only serious bike. All others are vintage.
Bike Setup: Stock except for semi-slick, fat tires for the MI winters, lizard skin locking grips, rear fender, and a rear rack.
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smitty_in_vancouver
a Weekend Warrior
from Vancouver USADate Reviewed: September 14, 2009
Strengths: Great geometry for my 6.2" build
Makes an excellent commuter bike
Decent componentWeaknesses: Was great for the past 16 years commuting until my rear triangle frame on the cassette side weld came apart.Bottom Line: This has been a great bike, but not something I'd take down rough single track regularly, though I have a few times. It's been an outstanding commuter bike and I have over 6000 miles on it. It's fine for jumping off and on curbs and small single track side routes. I'm actually surprised the fame came apart this weekend when I was simply riding it on a flat and passing a road racer. I thought it was indestructible, but I guess no bike really is.
Favorite Trail: Ape Canyon, Mt. St. Helens
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$450.00
Purchased At: Vancouver Cyclery
Similar Products Used: Comparable to Gary Fisher and Giant bikes.
Bike Setup: Stock, with rear rack for trunk bag.
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Dennis
a Cross Country Rider
from Inverness Florida U.S.A.Date Reviewed: September 5, 2009
Strengths: Absolutely indestructable. Bought it new in 1982 or 83 and have ridden it weekly ever since. I currently ride about fifteen miles a day for fitness. Everybody should have one of these.Weaknesses: I'm keeping my eye out for some.Bottom Line: I've gotten 26 years of pleasure from this great bike. It had been all Schwinns up til then but if I ever buy another bike it will have to be a Trek. I figure it's cost me around $27.00 a year to ride this bike and you probably can't get much better value than that. I use it for trail riding, fitness, bombing around the farm and town. It really has been reliable. Now that I think of it I do seem to remember a repair of some sort about ten years ago but whatever it was there wasn't much to it. Truly amazing when you think about it. I love my bike!
Favorite Trail: Nederland Colorado
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$650.00
Purchased At: High Wheeler Boulder
Similar Products Used: None. Why bother? This thing is all I know.
Bike Setup: Completely original except for seat, tires and grips.
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RedBeard4x4
a Weekend Warrior
from Rockville, MD USADate Reviewed: December 10, 2008
Bottom Line: I love this bike! It does everything I need it to and more. It took care of me when I was just beginning to ride and hasn't failed me since.
The frame is still strong after thousands of miles on trail and pavement. I've gone thru too many tires to count, hehe.
If this bike ever does fail I'll go for another Trek in a heartbeat...!
Favorite Trail: Seneca Creek
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$650.00
Purchased At: Chicago Illinois
Bike Setup: I up'd brakes, front fork/shocks, hubs, seat and added many extras over the last 13 years. This bike ROCKS!
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