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08-08-09 | 04:32 PM

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From: Rocket City, No'ala

Bikes: 2014 Trek Domane 5.2, 1985 Pinarello Treviso, 1990 Gardin Shred, 2006 Bianchi San Jose

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Originally Posted by Frankinbiker

I thought the Sprites were modified Records which were Raleigh's lowest quality frame and that the derailleur on the Sprites did not work very well. That is why I thought about changing things. If everything works i probably will ride it as is for awhile, but would like to get an internal hub eventually.

My main concern is if the axles of a new wheel set will fit in the dropouts. I wonder if the bolt would be too thick. Does anyone have experience with this?

You are correct; Sprites were Record frames with commuter bars and low end components.

I think an IGH would be a great idea.

Nashbar.com or Performancebike.com have sales on their stuff all the time. Check there or lurk on eBay for brake and shift cables and housings.

By the looks of your handlebars I'd say you've got a mid to late 70's Sprite. Here's what my 1970-ish Sprite looked like: LINK

Last edited by bbattle; 08-08-09 at 04:37 PM.

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