- Location
- Egham
The big plan of an n+1 has had to go on hold for the foreseeable future, so looking to improve what I have. My n+1 was going to be a Specialized Roubaix, simply for the comfort. I find my current ride a bit too harsh, partly due to the position, partly due to the harsh ride. Current ride is a Trek 1.2 2013. I have no desire to upgrade the geartrain, since the Sora stuff works well if you look after it. I am looking to improve the ride, so currently thinking..
1. Flip the stem. Zero cost, should improve the ride position.
2. Replace the Gatorskin 23c tyres with GP4000 II's in 25c. Should improve ride quality, and being a bit lighter improve the hills. £68 for a pair.
3. Change seatpost to a carbon Specialized Cobl-Gobl-R. Apparently makes the ride much smoother. A pricey addition at £135, but can be transferred to new bike in the future.
4. Wheel upgrade. Currently still using the stock Bontrager hubs/rims. Thinking of a set of Fulcrum Quattro's, lighter so should be an improvement. Pricey again at £180, but a transferable investment again.
5. Re-wrap the bars with Specialized Roubaix or Phat tape to help with the road vibes. £15.
All the above, £400, vs New ride at £1400.
Have I missed anything, or am I going in the wrong direction?
1. Flip the stem. Zero cost, should improve the ride position.
2. Replace the Gatorskin 23c tyres with GP4000 II's in 25c. Should improve ride quality, and being a bit lighter improve the hills. £68 for a pair.
3. Change seatpost to a carbon Specialized Cobl-Gobl-R. Apparently makes the ride much smoother. A pricey addition at £135, but can be transferred to new bike in the future.
4. Wheel upgrade. Currently still using the stock Bontrager hubs/rims. Thinking of a set of Fulcrum Quattro's, lighter so should be an improvement. Pricey again at £180, but a transferable investment again.
5. Re-wrap the bars with Specialized Roubaix or Phat tape to help with the road vibes. £15.
All the above, £400, vs New ride at £1400.
Have I missed anything, or am I going in the wrong direction?