modernising an old bike
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The Record hubs are about as good as it gets - the odd squirt of grease into the ports should keep them smooth.
However I'd look for a cheap set of screw-on hub wheels and a cheap freewheel as disposable winter runners shod with Conti Gatorskins. A lot depends on how long your commute is though. I'd probably pick an MTB with slicks or semi-slicks and mudguards provided it was less than 10 miles each way.
However I'd look for a cheap set of screw-on hub wheels and a cheap freewheel as disposable winter runners shod with Conti Gatorskins. A lot depends on how long your commute is though. I'd probably pick an MTB with slicks or semi-slicks and mudguards provided it was less than 10 miles each way.
the commute is around 18 miles each way and I really want to enjoy it.
I don't mind using less decent wheels - is ebay the best place for this, but shall I put a wanted ad?
Also what am I supposed to be asking for - 126mm hubs, with screwon campagnolo and getting a second 6 speed chainrings?
I don't mind using less decent wheels - is ebay the best place for this, but shall I put a wanted ad?
Also what am I supposed to be asking for - 126mm hubs, with screwon campagnolo and getting a second 6 speed chainrings?
I'd check the rear width (between the insides of the dropouts) - most likely 126mm, but 120mm is possible. Then look around here first of course. I'd go for any old screw-on freewheel, there is no point trashing a nice one in the salt.
Fitting mudguards if at all possible saves headset, seat tube / post, brake callipers and bottom bracket from being sprayed with dirty water (plus your backside). Things will last much longer as a result.
Fitting mudguards if at all possible saves headset, seat tube / post, brake callipers and bottom bracket from being sprayed with dirty water (plus your backside). Things will last much longer as a result.
Plenty of cheap wheels about but many will be cheap for a reason. You could get you current hubs rebuilt onto modern clincher rims like a mavic Open Pro, Ambrosio Evolution, H plus Son TB14 to name but a few and then you can have the convienence of inner tubes. Or carry a spare tub or too and just ride.
I like the idea of riding tubs especially after that thread on it. I.will wait and see what the bike is like and then figure out what to do. It's a bummer that I have shimano and campagnolo, would have been nice just to run one.
Also what us the difference between large and small flange hubs? Is it something I need to consider?
Thanks
Also what us the difference between large and small flange hubs? Is it something I need to consider?
Thanks
That assumes that the force to stretch the spokes is lost. In reality the spokes relax a little between pedal strokes and put the energy back into turning the wheel. Hysteresis losses in stainless steel are small. If the spokes were rubber it would be a different matter.
