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Converting my Hybrid Bike

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  • 22-06-2020 8:52am
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    onlineweb
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭


    I have a Hybrid Giant Escape Disc 1. I'm looking to make a few changes, it is a comfortable bike, with tubeless tyres and disc brakes. It also has a lightweight ALUXX aluminium frame with composite forks. However, I want to try to improve its performance and speed.

    1. I plan to change the handlebars to drop bars; I understand that I will need new breaks, shifters, cables etc.

    2. I will also switch the wheels and tyres to something slimmer and lighter. The tyres are currently 38 mm, I'm considering changing them to 28 mm.

    I will probably end up spending more on the bike than its worth, however it will be my summer project. Let me know if you have any advice or suggestions.


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    Paul Kiernan
    Registered Users Posts: 2,161 ✭✭✭Paul Kiernan


    Most of the cost of changing would be in getting STI shifters. Is it 3x9 speed? You might get a pair of second-hand shifters on the adverts sub forum. I wouldn't change the wheels. You should be able to put 28c tyres on the existing wheels.


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    onlineweb
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭onlineweb


    Paul Kiernan wrote: »
    Most of the cost of changing would be in getting STI shifters. Is it 3x9 speed? You might get a pair of second-hand shifters on the adverts sub forum. I wouldn't change the wheels. You should be able to put 28c tyres on the existing wheels.

    Yes, its 3x9 speed. Good idea!


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