Originally Posted by
jhaddad8
So, I guess the question part of this is does this sound like a wise allocation of limited resources? Should I be buying a top of the line crank and something else instead of wheels? Will quality wheels last long enough to be worth it. Should I just leave the Miyata and get a new bike that is already better set up for randonneuring?
What an '83 or '84? So double butted, hi-ten fork, 27" frame, maybe a 126mm drop-out. I don't know, if it was a later model Miyata with triple splined frame, nice Exage linear-assist brakes, decent Araya 700c wheelset, lightweight stem and bars, etc. I think it would be more worthy and a better start to upgrade as a rando bike. I think what you have is a great around town bike but I don't think I would be dropping much money into it. Don't get me wrong, love the bike. But I don't think it's a great choice for a rockin rando.