I picked up this 750 (1990) a month or so ago intending to ride it stock. The brake levers and shifters wouldn't play nice with the new Ritchey Kyote handlebar, and a nice donor bike fell from the sky. I now have a sweet 3x8 with V brakes and aggressive 700x42 tires. IMO, it retains the same "feel" with some subtle improvements.
Quick update on the 1990 lugged Trek 750 I posted last week (the one pictured under my '93 750). I was a bit worried about the heavy grime at first, but cleaning it revealed a huge surprise: the cassette, chainrings, derailleurs, and chain show virtually zero wear! Even the original brake pads are still intact—36 years old and going strong. I threw on some wheels and a saddle from the parts bin, and it rides great! The only downside is the flat bar, which isn't doing my back any favors. Who knows—a drop bar conversion might be in this bike's future!
My other 750 was lonely, so I just picked up a friend. Now I'm making plans for a winter project! These lugged frames are challenging to find, but I'm hoping I'll be happy with this initial $125 investment.
I ride a lugged 750 that I modified (1x10 new stem, handlbars, and V brakes) this past winter. I'm now itching to get another MultiTrack to build a gravel bike. I'm not seeing many 750s for sale, but I am finding 730s in good condition for about $100.
Should I keep waiting for a 750 or pull the trigger on a 730? Would I feel the difference?