What's the best upgrade to start with?

losidan

Senior Retro Guru
I'm really starting enjoy my xc jaunts on my old marin junker. Thinking about spending a bit of cash to upgrade a bit....Currently running a marin palisades trail about 2002 model...manitou 80mm shocks, race face flat bars, and x lite ski bends bar ends...also swapped the cheap v brakes for xtr ones and xt levers.....all second hand and cheap.

What gives the best bang for buck in terms of my next move....a new frame first or a wheelset...or something different? i've thought about getting a full suss frame but prefer hardtail
 
You don't specify what pedals you run, so just incase you're stuck in the 80's, fit SPD's.

If you already have, then a good set of lightweight, handbuilt wheels.
 
ferrus":3srzbv16 said:
.....handbuilt wheels.

You'll notice the difference in the ride if you get a decent pair of wheels more than you would with the frame.
 
Xesh":2jq12ugm said:
ferrus":2jq12ugm said:
.....handbuilt wheels.

You'll notice the difference in the ride if you get a decent pair of wheels more than you would with the frame.

interesting....what would be the difference...more direct steering?
 
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