Originally Posted by
1989Pre
Those look nice. I think the new wheels will give you a lot more useable power, and although the Archetype is a higher rim, the new wheels may end up weighing less. Definitely an upgrade. I have yet to build my first set of wheels, so congratulations for having the inspiration to do it.
Is that a Schwinn-branded Brooks saddle? It looks like a B15
It is indeed a B15 Champion Standard (but not Schwinn branded
AFAIK), very comfortable, and apparently original 1971 (though was on the Kool Lemon when I got it, the Kool Orange had a plastic BMX unicanitor brevettata) - I bought both Sports Tourers from a guy on Craigslist (apparently they belonged to his parents) ... they were neglected but not beyond hope.
One of the bonuses were 2 period (somewhat beat up) Lafuma handlebar bags with decaleurs.
I also like the B17 (may even be more comfortable), though it doesn't seem as durable or classic.
Hoping the new wheels will be an upgrade, a little curious what difference I'll notice with 700c wheels -- have read here that leverage from the brakes isn't quite as good when on a 27" frame and long reach brakes.