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Got a new mountain bike. what should i upgrade? |
GT Avalanche 2.0 Disc 2007 Fork Suntour XCR Crankset Truvativ ISO FLO, 42/32/22 Bottom Bracket Truvativ Power Spline Cartridge Sealed Pedals ATB Resin body Front Derailuer Shimano Altus Rear Derailuer Shimano Deore Shifter Shimano Altus EZ fire shifters Rear Cog Shimano Altus 11-32 ratio Chain IG-31 Rims Alloy double wall ATB Tires Kenda Nevegal, 26 x 2.1 Front & Rear Hub Alloy 8 speed Cassette with QR for Disc Spokes Stainless steel 14 gauge Nipples Brass CP Front & Rear Brake Tektro Aquila Brake Lever Shimano ST-EF50 Handlebar Alum. 20 mm Rise, 6 degree bend, anatomically sized Stem GT ATB Grip GT Dual Density ATB Headset Tange Seiki system for 1 1/8" Saddles WTB Speed V Seat Post Alloy Micro adjust Sit Clamp GT Forged Alum QR I am going to upgrade the rim, hub and pedal any reccomendation on what brand rim and hub below $150? and anything else need to be changed? Honestly, as far as priorities go 1. anything that's unsafe, 2. the first thing that brakes or wears out. First priority would be anything that makes your riding uncomfortable, seat handlebar or pedals come to mind. Then go for whatever seems to be holding you back. The tires are not bad general purpose tires, keep them at about 40psi, depending on weight, and they should get you through a good season. While some people look down on the suntour forks, they're actually halfway decent, if you set them up for your weight, particularly the initial sag. Longevity is sometimes questionable, so when it does go, just upgrade. I like marzocchi and Fox, althrough pricy, they last and last. . . Make sure the bike is set up properly, particulaly experiment with tire pressure and fork adjustment, and ride it till something breaks, then replace! You've got a decent entry level bike-ride it! Source(s): avid cyclist, UBI certified mechanic congrats on your purchase. mavics will cost you a bit more than your 150 budget. not sure if you can get a used set for cheaper, but that may be the way to go as long as theyre true, no hops or skips. for $150, you may be good for eggbeater pedals and shoes only. I question the BB, I'm not a fan and wonder how much it will take until you'll need a quality one. guess it depends on how hard you ride. I would upgrade the fork. This would provide the most notable improvement. Especially over rough terrain. Its also one of the most expensive parts to upgrade so you'll have to decide if it is worth it. As far as the wheel set. I bought Shimano LX hubs with Sun rims and have beat the crap out of them for the last four years with no problems. I paid $80 for the set at an online superstore. Check this out... it's what Bruno says (LX hubs laced to Sun Rhyno Lite rims. http://pricepoint.com/detail/13297-365_s... But, before upgrading anything, ride the hell out of that bike. I think it's a solid build, and time will let you know what should be changed. Of course you can go for a better fork, which also brings a noticeable difference, but you would need to spend a lot of money for that. Maybe budget around 300 usd or more for it, but by then, you would have already spent probably what you have spent for the whole bike. Get some marzocchis. drop offs maybe and new brakes. anything hayes or avid are good I would just upgrade parts as they break. I would also go clipless (assuming you plan on doing any actual trail riding). |
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