Originally Posted by FrenchFit

I think your bottom bracket is going to be pretty low if you opt for 700c, and in my case I put longer cranks on that bike. I'd be striking. I bought a fresh 40h 27" rear wheel on eBay, it took a few weeks for it to pop up. Nice to have in storage. You might want to watch this thread as well: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...-quot-Wheelset