Converting old Fuji Regis to "clyde friendly" singlespeed
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Converting old Fuji Regis to "clyde friendly" singlespeed
Hey everyone!
OK...total newbie here, so please bear with me!
I've been bitten by the cycling bug ever since we rented bikes on vacation last month. I also borrowed a friend's singlespeed conversion last week, and now it's time to build up one of my own. I planned on doing a simple conversion to an old Fuji Regis I picked up at a rummage sale. The bike is in fantastic shape with only some scraped decals. But I have a few questions as to the parts best suited for a clyde like me...6'2, about 280lb.
The goal is to build a reliable bike without breaking the bank. I was going to recycle some of the original parts, and replace whatever is needed...wheels, possibly brakes, bullhorn bars, saddle, etc. A couple of questions...
* which would be better...to get a set of 27" singlespeed rims (which I've found online) or go to a set of 700c? If I go with 700c, what type of rim...deep v, no deep v??? I know I want to go with 36 spokes on a 3x build, but what else? I want to get a set of strong rims, and weight is not an issue as this will be a townie, farmers market, relaxed riding bike.
* Should I be OK using the stock cranks, and just having the bb overhauled?
* What other things should I be concerned with? I know a lot of you are much more knowledgeable, and I'm hoping for some insight!
If I like cycling as much as I think I will, and as much as I did as a youth, I will be getting a dedicated ss/fixie in the spring, but thought this would be a good option for now.
Thanks in advance...I look forward to being here for awhile and just soaking up the wisdom!
OK...total newbie here, so please bear with me!
I've been bitten by the cycling bug ever since we rented bikes on vacation last month. I also borrowed a friend's singlespeed conversion last week, and now it's time to build up one of my own. I planned on doing a simple conversion to an old Fuji Regis I picked up at a rummage sale. The bike is in fantastic shape with only some scraped decals. But I have a few questions as to the parts best suited for a clyde like me...6'2, about 280lb.
The goal is to build a reliable bike without breaking the bank. I was going to recycle some of the original parts, and replace whatever is needed...wheels, possibly brakes, bullhorn bars, saddle, etc. A couple of questions...
* which would be better...to get a set of 27" singlespeed rims (which I've found online) or go to a set of 700c? If I go with 700c, what type of rim...deep v, no deep v??? I know I want to go with 36 spokes on a 3x build, but what else? I want to get a set of strong rims, and weight is not an issue as this will be a townie, farmers market, relaxed riding bike.
* Should I be OK using the stock cranks, and just having the bb overhauled?
* What other things should I be concerned with? I know a lot of you are much more knowledgeable, and I'm hoping for some insight!
If I like cycling as much as I think I will, and as much as I did as a youth, I will be getting a dedicated ss/fixie in the spring, but thought this would be a good option for now.
Thanks in advance...I look forward to being here for awhile and just soaking up the wisdom!
Last edited by pasadenagrand; 09-18-08 at 11:29 AM.
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If weight isn't an issue,look at a 700c Velocity Dyad Touring rim, and long reach brake calipers if you need them top convers.
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. “He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.”- Fredrick Nietzsche
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." - Immanuel Kant