1,000 Mile Review of 2013 Trek Madone 4.5

2013 Trek Madone 4.5

I have over 1,000 miles on my 2013 Trek Madone 4.5 so I figured an update was due. I bought the bike in April this year and currently ride 120+ miles per week. 

Issues

1. I have had 2 flats (700x23mm stock). One in the rear tire caused by an underinflated tire (snakebite) at less than 100 miles and one in the front tire at about 900 miles for reason unknown still. Always fill tires (especially the rear) to max psi (120 for me).
2. Creaking noises from both wheels after 900 miles. Fixed by having the LBS tension all the spokes.
3. At 1,000 miles I needed to replace the tires. The rear tire had worn flat and you could see the fabric lining in 2 spots that had worn through. My LBS replaced my tires with a previous customers new take-offs at a steep discount. The new tires were the same Bontrager R2 but 25mm instead of the stock 23mm. After a 34 mile ride I can say the 25mm tires are a bit more comfortable over the cracks and bumps. There was no noticeable speed difference even at 20+ mph. After these wear I will go back to 23mm tires though - it's just how I am.

Other random tidbits....

1. The white bar tape and saddle are not so shiny white anymore.
2. I wash the bike and clean/lube the chain myself every 2 weeks ish.

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Also Posted at 290lbs on a Carbon Frame - 1,000 mile review on bikeforums.net

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