Joined: Nov 2004
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From: NYC/UpperDutchess, NY
Bikes: '06 Cannondale Six 13 Pro 2, '05 Specialized Allez Elite, '04 Jamis Satellite, 90's Raleigh M-45 single speed conversion, 80's Fuji Team single speed conversion, 70's Schwinn World Sport
I'd keep the 550's to start, especially for the wet New England spring. If you start logging over 100+ miles per week, look into Open Pros or another set. Always good to have a set of training wheels you don't mind riding in the rain.