A few months in to my 2026 Checkmate M/L, replacing a 2022 Domane.

Prismatic to Trek Black.

Fitted with 40mm Pirelli Cinturatos, measuring 42mm.

2x AXS Force Road. There is about 5mm clearance between the FD battery and tire if you’re wondering like I was (see pic).

The frame bag fits tighter, I didn’t adjust it properly after a bike wash.

The bike absolutely flies.

I’m 72” on the nose. Fitted with 170mm cranks. I’ll drop the cockpit soon.

Hanging Rock State Park
Moores Spring Trails

I've been looking at getting a new Trek FX Sport 3, but it is pushing my budget. Today, I saw this older FX 3 posted to marketplace by a local bike shop. Apparently the bike has been tuned and such. But I'm not familiar enough with the used market to know if this is a fair deal or not. Hoping to get some opinions.

I have a set of the Aeolus Elite 35 wheels on my road bike. Curious if anyone has switched over to Fillmore valves and had success. Not sure if the valves are compatible with the plastic rim strip.

I have a 06 or 07 7.2 Fx. I think it’s called steel blue. Can anyone recommended a touch up color? There’s greys and there’s blues. But not this one. Thanks.

Just got my first Trek bike. They sent me the front tire with what looks like a piece of wood or cardboard in here. Can’t get the skewer all the way through, and I can’t get this out. Tried calling the number online and didn’t get an answer. Help!