Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Tire size is a key consideration. Do you need or want tires larger than 700x25? 700x32?
Do you want fenders?
Any tire larger than 700x25 eliminates most road bikes with short reach caliper brakes.
Fenders are much easier to install with long reach caliper brakes or cantilever brakes.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 12-06-11 at 05:06 PM.