I am considering, and have read several articles regarding, upgrading my 1987 cannondale from a downtube shifting 5 speed cassette/double chainring to a modern STI style shifting 8 or 9 speed casette/double chainring. i know i would need the little cable stops on the downtube, sti shifters, the cassette, a new rear wheel, new chainrings and a new derailleur. do i also need a new front derailleur? and with an aluminum frame am i going to be able to go from a 5 speed to 8 or 9 speed or will it not fit regardless of hub choice? i love the look of this bike and its very light but im just sick of the downtube shifters. is this even worth it?


thanks