Originally Posted by
Kevindale
Also, welcome to the forums, and good job posting good photos on your very first posts.
Thanks a lot!
Originally Posted by
kroozer
The components suggest early to mid-90's. I don't think the bike needs any upgrades unless the tires are bad or something like that. It's all nice high-end equipment. Ride it for a while and see how you like it, how it fits, and then decide what (if anything) you want to change.
Great advice, much appreciated.
Originally Posted by
tg16
Check the bottom bracket and make sure all is well down there.
Yours looks just like mine except color and mine was made in the US. The ride is smooth and stable. Once you climb on and go, you will experience what makes these bikes special.
Would that mean just checking if it's loose (or too tight), or if it grinds, or clicks, or visually inspecting the BB as well? If so what should I look for? I've read the older BBs can be repaired and some newer ones would need to be replaced.
I can't wait to experience what this baby can do!!! I'm curious how much the ride will differ from my last bike (96 Trek 5200 OCLV same size, same groupset). Anyone have any insight or thoughts on that?
It's going to be a long week waiting for it to arrive!