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Originally Posted by speedracing944
I am trying to renew my love for my mid '80s Bianchi road bike and join the group from work who rides 20 miles every Wednesday. In this quest I am trying to outfit my bike with new tires and tubes and was shocked at the prices the bike shop wanted for the parts. I am looking for a good online supplier of bike parts similar to what Pelican is for Porsche.
Any recommendations?
Speedy  |
Why 20mm? You might have to buy new wheels, which could mean new hubs and a lot of other things, like a cassette. Plus, the ride on 20mm are bound to be less compliant than 23 or 25mm. It's not exactly how I would want to introduce myself back to cycling. I think you should just go with 23mm with what you have, and then later look at some lighter wheels with more narrow tires. Just a thought, but I wonder if 1980s components aren't always compatible with today's new wheels.
And BTW, yes, please support your LBS. The camaraderie alone between them and you as a cyclist is worth much more than cheaply-priced online goods.