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Old 02-16-11, 12:05 AM
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Sometimes the shifters get gummed up as they get older. Try shooting a bunch of WD-40 on the insides and running the shifter through its paces, then finish with some actual lubrication (TriFlow oil, etc) when they're working again. WEAR EYE PROTECTION, because they can spit the lube back at you, and guess how I know THAT

A set of high-quality tires and lightweight inner tubes can make a nice upgrade, and won't be too complex compared to drivetrain upgrades. What sort of riding do you plan to do... like, cross-country racing, general trail riding for fun, road rides, etc?
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