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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 10:27:55 GMT
Got my T3 4 weeks ago, i've changed the brake pads but that is all. I was wondering what would people see as the most important upgrade as I can barely afford one of these at the moment let alone both.
Wheels and tires? or Clipless pedals and shoes?
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Post by DelB on Aug 11, 2013 10:33:49 GMT
I'd say clipless pedals and shoes. New wheels will look smart and roll smoother than the stock ones, but the clipless pedals are a significant improvement in the way you interact with the bike so I'd suggest those first. ;-)
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 10:37:26 GMT
In my opinion the clipless pedals are good as they improve efficiency of every pedal stroke letting you go further and improve your pedaling technique to a point where you will see gain in speed and muscle aerobic efficiency! A very worthwhile upgrade in the long term!
whereas the wheelset such as the shimano R501 on special atm for about Β£65 will improve your cycling in the short term after the initial investment, the gains will be instantaneous giving you better acceleration and top speed through the better bearings and will also reduce overall weight response and comfort! Dont even need to change the tires and tubes, just transfer the old ones to save some money!
As for the decision on which path to take... That's a tough one! It all depends on you and your budget! Although its very gratifying to see the money return instant rewards! Good luck with your decision.
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Post by ukdaws on Aug 11, 2013 10:49:30 GMT
Clipless pedals and shoes no contest for me!!
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Post by johnc60 on Aug 11, 2013 12:30:15 GMT
Clipless pedals and shoes no contest for me!! +1 This was my first upgrade and well worth it re. wheels just make sure there's grease in the hubs and the originals will last some time. I have however (10 months down the line) just ordered a pair of R501's as they are so cheap at the moment it'd be rude not to!
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Post by andyb on Aug 11, 2013 14:10:33 GMT
The stock wheels on the triban3 are pretty crap and that's a quote from the guy in the decathlon shop.
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Post by DelB on Aug 11, 2013 14:13:21 GMT
The stock wheels on the triban3 are pretty crap and that's a quote from the guy in the decathlon shop. The stock pedals are hardly anything to shout about either, mind!!!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 14:57:33 GMT
If you are new go for the shoes and pedals. Then later, after some use, go for the wheels. I am going to get some R501s or maybe something better soon as I can next week.
The bearings and tracks in the original wheels(T3 Red) seem poor quality in all honesty. This is from visual inspection opening them up yesterday.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 15:00:27 GMT
If you are new go for the shoes and pedals. Then later, after some use, go for the wheels. I am going to get some R501s or maybe something better soon as I can next week. The bearings and tracks in the original wheels(T3 Red) seem poor quality in all honesty. This is from visual inspection opening them up yesterday. Do you know if the Triban 3A ( White) has the same set of wheels? Furthermore, what kind of hubs does it have? Not sure how they are called in English : with bearing or "balls"?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 15:14:45 GMT
If you are new go for the shoes and pedals. Then later, after some use, go for the wheels. I am going to get some R501s or maybe something better soon as I can next week. The bearings and tracks in the original wheels(T3 Red) seem poor quality in all honesty. This is from visual inspection opening them up yesterday. Do you know if the Triban 3A ( White) has the same set of wheels? Furthermore, what kind of hubs does it have? Not sure how they are called in English : with bearing or "balls"? I don't have much experience or know how about the 3A but I'm sure someone here will let you know.
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Post by Jonnie W on Aug 11, 2013 16:05:58 GMT
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Post by andyb on Aug 11, 2013 16:34:11 GMT
is it easy to take the cassette off the rear wheel and put it on a new one?
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Post by Jonnie W on Aug 11, 2013 16:56:30 GMT
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Post by Jonnie W on Aug 11, 2013 16:58:22 GMT
You simply put the chain whip around the cassette to hold it in place, then put the cassette removal tool into where the quick release spindle goes and the using the spanner/wrench break the lockring free
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Post by chas on Aug 11, 2013 19:17:20 GMT
If you use a tool which relys on a spanner to turn it (rather than having it's own handle) it's a good idea to use the QR skewer to hold it in place for the initial loosening otherwise it's easy to slip(voice of experience!) once 'cracked' you can loosen the skewer to allow it to unscrew
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