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10-13-05 | 03:41 AM

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Raiyn

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From: St. Petersburg, FL

Bikes: 2003 Specialized Rockhopper FSR Comp, 1999 Specialized Hardrock Comp FS, 1971 Schwinn Varsity

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Originally Posted by Danna13

Actually, the links do help and so do the prices (as I don't shop locally).
Well, the bike is from 1999, and if replacing - should I not upgrade to 9-speed?

It's not necessary to do so. If your eight speed shifters and derailieurs are in good condition then by all means stick with them. I'm at the point where I'd rather spend $30 to replace disposable parts than spend that and more to gain a single extra middle gear.

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Originally Posted by Danna13

if so, can you please recommend a product + suitable chain and chain rings (should chain rings be changed from 8 to 9 speed?)

Chainrings will be 9 speed (can be used with 8 speed) regardless of brand these days. Beyond that I'd still suggest the equivelant 9 speed parts from SRAM ( model 950 and up)

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