Originally Posted by
SJX426
Nice looking bike!
The delta could be the hubs.
Don't know which site you are looking at.
site is eBay
Originally Posted by
Trakhak
Why revert to 27"? Unless you're determined to get close to OEM specs with 27" wheels, it might make sense to consider 700c clincher wheels instead. Far more wheel and tire choices, and more room for fatter tires.
Originally Posted by
Crankycrank
I would suggest the same thing except the OP's bike in the photo shows that the extra-long reach brakes, that are as long as you can get, are already near their max adjustment for the pads so not likely a 700c will work. Bummer
Originally Posted by
Trakhak
The rims on the bike are already 700c (standard size for the vast majority of tubular wheels).
I thought, which always gets me in trouble, the Ernie Clements frames came with 27. That is why I looked for the 27 clincher rims. I’ll have to measure and look at the existing tires.
Originally Posted by
ScottCommutes
The second one upgrades to sealed bearings and double wall rims.
Probably also newer.
Thanks, makes sense. I guess I’ll wait until I’m home and simply measure.