Old 02-07-24, 09:57 AM
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VegasTriker
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You would be better off working on your mountain bike than spending time and money on a bike that is probably too big and has been badly neglected. Sometimes it does a world of difference to go through an old MTB and clean and re-lubricate the bearings in the hubs and bottom bracket. Switch from knobby tires to city tires with a smooth tread. Replace rubber parts like the brake pads. None of that is very expensive. Both of my decades old mountain bikes are far better than any entry level bike sold today but they were quality, lightweight bikes to start with. I've refurbished many bikes, even ones scavenged from the trash, but would not have give that bike more than a glance because of its condition.
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