Originally Posted by dirty tiger
For all who ride a Pista off-track:
Did you change the gear ratio in order to climb hills. if so to what config.
Did you add a brake?
Is 61cm big enough for a rider over 6'
If you made/ want to make any changes to the bike other than what I listed what are they.
i have the 2003 pista.
i kept the gearing. i ride in nyc, not many hills.
no brake.
i changed the tires to specialized armadillos, changed the handlebars to bullhorns (although i miss my drops, i will switch back soon for a change of pace), put on TIME Impact-S pedals, and added a brooks saddle, and wrapped the sh*t out of the frame with electrical tape...