Originally Posted by
praise dakinis
I had originally been thinking to build up a Trek 900-series from that era but this one came my way, it’s about the same weight, and pretty cool imho (certainly rarer). I also wasn’t trying to break the bank with this project (hence thinking about how to minimize cost of ability to change from ss to geared at some point without too much effort/$$). I have no doubt there are nicer frames out there, but this one seems cool too.
ok.. so i'd suggest a Cassette/freehub.. and i'd build it with an 8 speed Shimano HG-31 11-34 cassette and a Deore rear hub and derailleur.. a bit more for the hub and der, but well worth it....
$21 for the 8 spCassette, shipped... ebay.. check other sources...
deore derailleurs are $20 to $60, depending on age and condition.. "9 speed derailleur" WILL work fine with an 8 sp. setup.... in fact, you COULD go 9 speed for the same approximate costs...hint, hint...
same freehub required....
Go with a 30 t0 36 single front, depending on the terrain near you, and how you will use your newly built schwinn....
I'd build up the "8 or 9 gears" bike first... and consider the SS setup later.
check out your local Bike Co-op/Recycler for possible great deals on the parts you'll need....
