Originally Posted by
shoota
Can I get the setup you’re describing in indexed form? That actually works well (not like Campy’s garbage indexing groups of the 80s).
Yes. Shimano 7 speed indexing works very well. I set up my 1985 Cannondale ST 400 pretty much as you described for long distance riding in hilly terrain. I think the frame is very well designed for long distance riding (long chainstays but with a stiff responsive frame). It's a reasonably light weight bike and has 3 water bottle braze ons. I set it up with 700 x 32c tires and 3 x 7 shimano shifting. The only thing I'd change is eventually I'll install shimano 7 speed bar ends. There's nothing wrong with downtube shifters but bar ends are a plus I think for a long ride.
