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Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2013 9:07:47 GMT
As title, although the T3 is a great bike as it comes there are improvements to be made. I've heard of complaints about weight of the wheels etc but what upgrades have you made to your T3 and of which have been most worthwhile. Thanks in advance.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2013 17:50:05 GMT
Wheels - I got Shimano R501s for the bargain (half price) of £65, and managed to sell stock wheels for £30 to a mate at work so uber bargain! They are the one upgrade I would recommend over anything else, makes such a difference imo.
I've also put new saddle (charge spoon) in white, and white bar tape, and recently a carbon seatpost. All ot those were really customisation and bling rather than essential upgrades (never tried the original saddle but heard it was poor.
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Post by Whitestar1 on Jun 9, 2013 21:31:06 GMT
Yep the wheels are the first to go. Many here would recommend the Mavic Akisums too. robothamster's suggestion is another common favourite. Do something about the pedals if you haven't yet. Keo Easy for £35.
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Post by zoltansocrates on Jun 9, 2013 21:50:06 GMT
essentials are wheels pedals rubber brake blocks and saddle (if you dont get on with the stock one) id say, once those essentials are dealt with its tart up time and the first thing id do is a carbon seatpost for a bit of extra comfort and they look cool and remember if you are getting a coloured saddle get some matching bar tape!
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Post by Big Brother on Jun 9, 2013 21:58:32 GMT
Pedals, pedals, pedals.
Scrap the plastic toe clips and go SPD or SL. The difference is immediately noticeable.
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Post by Whitestar1 on Jun 10, 2013 6:45:02 GMT
The Boss has spoken! The easiest upgrades without spending a £100 are the brakes and pedals. Well shoes too if you shop at Aldi(£20).
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2013 7:17:47 GMT
I know a lot of people are changing wheels, and most are saying its because the stock wheels are heavy, the fact of the matter is that they are not that heavy, the stocks weigh about 2.2kg, 501 are about 1.9kg and RS30s 1.95kg. There is a good argument for performance quality, but then again I switch between the stocks and RS10/30 quite often and the difference is minimal. That being said, i do spend way to much time tuning my wheels, and I dont expect many others would do this. However for a gain of 300gm, its a big spend
I would suggest before wheels, get some decent brake pads, a set of 25c tires, and a set of double sided SPDs just to annoy people...oh and some wheel spanners to set your axle bearings so they roll like butter, then wait until one of the big shops have a sale on Mavics or any of the RS wheels, if you can get a set around the £50 mark, you are getting a bargain
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2013 9:39:11 GMT
So far my only upgrade (other than pink bottle holder, which my daughter insisted on) has been the pedals. I got the grey Keos, £35 in Decathlon and plonked the cleats on some bargain Muddy Fox shoes from Sports Direct.
They are my first ever clipless pedals and I'm almost used to them. I still have the occasional misfire pulling away from lights, my stupid left foot!
Oh, and cheapo lights, of course - essential for that dappled sunlight on country roads. I'd recommend all cyclists run with at least a rear light in morning and afternoon sun!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2013 13:06:55 GMT
I'm still completely stock and not feeling the need for anything just yet. I'll do the brakes when I need to change tires. Will the go for a nice saddle then pedals and maybe then on to wheels. I don't mind the extra weight, it means a better workout and whenever I'm at peak fitness I'll feel the benefits of weight saving a little more
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Post by cbrdeano on Jun 10, 2013 13:08:34 GMT
Drop the standard inline cable adjusters in the bin and fit something proper - it will save lots of messing around.
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Post by goffski on Jun 10, 2013 13:49:31 GMT
There is a good argument for performance quality, but then again I switch between the stocks and RS10/30 quite often and the difference is minimal. That being said, i do spend way to much time tuning my wheels, and I dont expect many others would do this. However for a gain of 300gm, its a big spend I agree regarding the weight as there's really not that much in it plus i personally think you're much better off losing a few pounds rather than spending money to try and make the bike a little lighter. Performance wise i think my RS30's made quite an improvement over the stock wheels and would recommend upgrading the wheels.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2013 13:55:45 GMT
I agree regarding the weight as there's really not that much in it plus i personally think you're much better off losing a few pounds Im trying dude.... really I am
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Post by goffski on Jun 10, 2013 14:10:09 GMT
I agree regarding the weight as there's really not that much in it plus i personally think you're much better off losing a few pounds Im trying dude.... really I am Lol! Sorry that wasn't directed at you. I'm still aiming to lose 7lbs, how much would that cost to knock 7lb off the bike! Must admit, i've been stuck at the same weight for a while now but the main thing is the beer belly has gone!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2013 14:17:05 GMT
yeah I know, I couldn't help it I have lost 2 stone this year, so thats the equivalent to owning a bike that weighs -2kg, thats like riding a bike made out of helium
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Post by Whitestar1 on Jun 10, 2013 20:12:40 GMT
I know a lot of people are changing wheels, and most are saying its because the stock wheels are heavy, the fact of the matter is that they are not that heavy, the stocks weigh about 2.2kg, 501 are about 1.9kg and RS30s 1.95kg. There is a good argument for performance quality, but then again I switch between the stocks and RS10/30 quite often and the difference is minimal. That being said, i do spend way to much time tuning my wheels, and I dont expect many others would do this. However for a gain of 300gm, its a big spend I would suggest before wheels, get some decent brake pads, a set of 25c tires, and a set of double sided SPDs just to annoy people...oh and some wheel spanners to set your axle bearings so they roll like butter, then wait until one of the big shops have a sale on Mavics or any of the RS wheels, if you can get a set around the £50 mark, you are getting a bargain That's good advice. More or less what I was saying. I did hint that you may not beable to afford changing the wheels right off the bat. The easy bits are the cheaper upgrades as jasontimothyjones says - what a name!
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