Originally Posted by
Rahzel
Okay yeah, that's a good idea as well. So, would I be able to install, say, the following freewheel cluster:
http://harriscyclery.net/itemdetails...ogId=39&id=779
if I got a new long-cage RD and a new chain?
Also, is there a chance I can replace just the inner chainring? My dad doesn't use the 53 very much, if I could just change the inner ring to something like a 34 he would have basically all he needs.
Probably not.. the front derailleur could never handle the tooth difference between the big and small. You should be able to use the compact crank however and just move the front derailleur down a little, and maybe shorten the chain a few links. I think I have a old crank laying around with the combo you need that probably looks exactly like the one on that bike if you want it... I know the big ring is a 50 tooth at least, dont know what the small ring is off hand though.