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Originally Posted by schwarz633 View Post
Make sure you understand the terms: "cassette", "freewheel", "Schrader", and "Presta". In my case the bike was old enough to still be using a freewheel.
Also be aware of number of gears the freewheel or cassette has and then try online at Bike Nashbar or Performance Cycle. These are the biggest warehouse type places, they have closeouts all the time. A crossbike doesn't need anything high end. Call them on the phone and ask!


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