Originally Posted by
Bes Boydie
Hi - I have a Surly LHT with 26" wheels, flat bars and v brakes. I use it for commuting and general knocking-about, some hills (nothing mountainous) but very little 'proper' touring.
I'm very fond of the bike but in truth the groupset is horrible. So I'm looking to upgrade it and have about £750 ($900) max to spend. I'm a complete novice so does anyone have any recommendations?
Any advice would be gratefully received.
Thx
I would say take the bike to a good shop for a complete tune up. spend the rest on beer or something.
Originally Posted by
Bes Boydie
Hi Koyote,
it has a Deore LX rear derailleur, shimano v-brake shift/brake levers and the rest of the components are no-name.
It works perfectly ok but feels pretty cheap ‘n’ nasty. I also think I could probably get by with fewer gears (it has 9 x 3) for the type of cycling I do.
what you describe is a excellent "knock around" group set.