Conversion ideas?
07-03-09, 06:24 PM
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Conversion ideas?
Just acquired this 10+ year old Cannondale mtn bike. It's a CAAD3 frame with a 7 speed XT drive train and specialized crank.
I already have a mtn bike that I ride off road, so I was thinking of doing something "different" with this bike. Like maybe 1 X 7. I have a relatively short flat commute that this would be great for.
Ideas?
Thanks in advance.....
David
I already have a mtn bike that I ride off road, so I was thinking of doing something "different" with this bike. Like maybe 1 X 7. I have a relatively short flat commute that this would be great for.
Ideas?
Thanks in advance.....
David
07-03-09, 06:26 PM
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If it were me I'd slap some street slicks on it and go! 
(maybe a new saddle.....and some pedals. 
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(maybe a new saddle.....and some pedals. )
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07-03-09, 08:02 PM
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I think 1x7 is a great idea. Look for some Veloce or Panaracer road tires, pull off the extra weight, and ride it like you stole it, until someone steals it.
07-03-09, 08:13 PM
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+1 Slicks are your friend.
