Hi all, bit of a `first ` list here, first road bike ( Triban of course), first Forum and first thread !. Had my bike for two weeks now and apart from getting used to it being soo different from my 20 year old raliegh I`m lovin it, just using it in my lunch hour and then hoping to build up to some bigger distances around Worcestershire. Looking forward to the advice on upgrades and tips etc, Cheers.
Road Newbie
- Thread starter Deckard
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cyberknight
As long as I breathe, I attack.
- Location
- Land of confusion
many owners of triban 3`s have been saying lately that the wheels are fairly basic so that would be a good upgrade as well as some better tyres.
I bought some shimano501`s at x mas from ribble for £70 , about half price and for the money they are good wheels, put some better tyres on them and your off.
With tyres it really depends on how much you want to spend and how long you want them to last .My boardman came with conti ultra sports which are a cheap good tyre, i run conti gator skins on the commuter as they are a fast rolling puncture resistant tyre.
At the higher end you could look at scwable durano or ultremo`s but although the ultremo`s are the bees knees they cut up easily and wear fairly quick.
I bought some shimano501`s at x mas from ribble for £70 , about half price and for the money they are good wheels, put some better tyres on them and your off.
With tyres it really depends on how much you want to spend and how long you want them to last .My boardman came with conti ultra sports which are a cheap good tyre, i run conti gator skins on the commuter as they are a fast rolling puncture resistant tyre.
At the higher end you could look at scwable durano or ultremo`s but although the ultremo`s are the bees knees they cut up easily and wear fairly quick.
cyberknight
As long as I breathe, I attack.
- Location
- Land of confusion
Next up would probably be clipless pedals.
Cycleops
Legendary Member
- Location
- Accra, Ghana
Hello and welcome. Lots of Triban owners on here so you won't be lonely. I have to confess that I prefer the older vintage bikes, so might enjoy your old Raleigh more!
Most will tell you to change the tyres first, then the wheels. I should wear the originals out first. Anyway have fun with it. Plenty of help on here so you can always ask.
Most will tell you to change the tyres first, then the wheels. I should wear the originals out first. Anyway have fun with it. Plenty of help on here so you can always ask.
Biker Joe
Über Member
- Location
- Nr Harlow, Essex.
Hi and 
I'm glad you're happy with your bike.
Have fun and happy cycling.
I'm glad you're happy with your bike.
Have fun and happy cycling.
- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Hi Deckard and from neighbouring Shropshire. Sounds like you've made a good start.
from neighbouring Shropshire. Sounds like you've made a good start.
- Location
- Glasgow
to the forum and happy cycling!
biggs682
Touch it up and ride it
- Location
- Northamptonshire
evening and welcome aboard
Eribiste
Careful with that axle Eugene
- Location
- Eckington, Worcestershire
G'day Deckard,
Welcome to the forum from another Worcestershire denizen. Enjoy your cycling.
Welcome to the forum from another Worcestershire denizen. Enjoy your cycling.
Ladytrucker
Guest
Hello 
malcermie
Senior Member
- Location
- Dover, Kemt
BrumJim
Forum Stalwart (won't take the hint and leave...)
- Location
- Selly Oak, Birmingham
Next upgrade? Miles under the belt. Some great riding in Worcestershire.
Thanks All for your messages, great to feel part of a community of` like minded types` and i see quite a few from my neck of the woods too. Read so much about changing to RS10`s is the weight/ speed/ handling that different compared to stock rims , are they heavy in comparison?, Cheers first of many questions no doubt.
