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Old 12-13-08 | 04:16 AM
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Bikes: Giant Excursion, Raleigh Sports, Raleigh R.S.W. Compact, Motobecane? and about 20 more! OMG

Good Job! One suggestion for head winds....get a set of the clamp on aero bars. I have seen that done on Dutch bikes in the Netherlands. You still have the comfort of the upright position, but also have the option of going more aerodynamic when you hit a head wind. Also check the gearing on the bike and make sure it is suitable. The old 3 speed Raleighs came from the factory with very high gearing, the first change I have made on all of mine was to swap the cog for a 20t+.

Aaron
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