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Old 07-19-10, 10:18 PM
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wild1
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Upgrading wheels - moving cassette, etc.

I'm considering upgrading the wheels that came stock on my bike (specialized allez - 09). I'd like a lighter set. My interests are mainly distance riding, as well as speed and performance like everyone else. But distance first.

My question is, if I buy new wheels, is it trivial to get the rear ready to go? What tools exactly would I need, and is this intuitive? I only have one cassette and all, so I'd need to move over... whatever I'd need to move over.

I do have a toolkit (nashbar basic) that includes a chain whip and a "cassette lockring tool", but I'm wondering if there is anything else beyond this.

What do I need to know? What will I have to do beyond tire and tube?


Thank you!!
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