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Old 06-20-19 | 02:03 PM
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samkl
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Bikes: 2004 Trek 520, resto-modded 1987 Cannondale SR400, rando-modded 1976 AD Vent Noir; 2019 Wabi Classic; 1989? Burley Duet

New crankset recommendations

I'm converting an old Austro Daimler Vent Noir into a rando bike. That means, sadly, I have to replace the beautiful, drilled-out black first-gen Dura Ace crankset, because it has 53-42 gearing, which is way too high.

I'm looking at either getting a VO or SunXCD 50.4 BCD crankset (I can get the VO for a lot cheaper) with 46/30 rings, or just putting on a new Sugino triple. I already have the Sugino on my touring bike, and it's great, but I wouldn't mind trying something new. Also considering the new external BB 46/30 cranksets from FSA and Easton, but I wonder how that'd look/feel on a vintage bike.

Anyone have experience with these 46/30 cranksets? Any recommendations generally?
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