Originally Posted by
thenomad
It all depends on the rider. Yes, you'll have 5 lb of extra weight on the bike and a slower response time with DT shifters, less gearing due to 7 sp?
Big lungs and big legs can get over that.
sounds like i should take it on just for the challenge (imagine clouseau saying "i accept the shullenge")
Originally Posted by
mrhedges
you might be able to blind them with that color pattern. You will have a good time, who cares, you bought your bike for what 100 bux? they are riding some carbon fiber noodle that cost a million bucks. you my friend already won.
btw, bar end shifters are a cheap upgrade. i love mine.
40 actually
i think you're right. regardless of the result, i would love to just take on those spandex dudes. it would be so much fun!