New bicycle: Trek Stache 5
Since my GT Zaskar 9r was stolen last winter, I've been using my GT Zaskar Carbon Pro as a winter bike. This bike is very fast and aggressive, but it does not give you any confidence to ride on snow. I think it's the small 26" wheels. I just don't like it for technical riding anymore. On my way back from work one day, the front derailleur sucked up the chain for a full stop. I was not quick enough to release the shoes from the pedals, and down I went. Embarrassing. The chain suck I blame the salting of the roads for. Well, I should have lubricated the chain that morning also, but it should really not be necessary to lubricate every day. I've always enjoyed riding on snow and ice. As I did not look forward to using the Zaskar, I played with the idea of using a fat bike for winter. Well, that was before I tried one. I tested a second hand bike for sale with 4.0" spiked tires. I chose the old Selbu road from Hommelvik and pedaled to the top. And I've neve...