Old 07-09-22, 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by RandolphCarter
I have a vintage frame with a 5 year old group set on it.

if I'm on vacation with my bike and something breaks, most shops will have the parts and skill to deal with Shimano 105 (5800). Definitely not the case with early 80s Suntour.
I’m in this camp, but never thought about that aspect. Probably used that advantage once or twice without even knowing it.

For me, it’s about the frames I like with the components that work for me, within my wrenching skills.

I used to be who the shop called for older parts. A huge swap meet cured that non-illness.
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