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mslattha
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I have a women's Huffy 314 bike for commuting to and from work on rainy days b/c I installed fenders on it. I usually ride a road bike, so the weight and performance difference is quite noticeable. I plan to ride the Huffy when I go to grad school at UC Davis, but want to make some upgrades to make it a more comfortable and efficient ride.
First is that I have stem mounted shifters. What must I do to change the system to indexed shifting? The handlebar is that of a cruiser; would I have to get a drop handlebar to accomodate whatever I'd need for the new shifting system? What about the other parts of the drive train, like the rear derailler and cassette? How much should I expect to pay if I take it to my LBS? I don't think I have the ability nor the tools to do this all myself.
Next, brakes. The bike has single pivot side-pull brakes and they SUCK. I plan to get new tires and wheels of the same size, 26 x 1 3/8, so what can I consider when looking for new brakes?
Last is the seat and seat post. The seat's comfy but isn't waterproof. Do seat posts come in various lengths? I need one that is slightly longer than the current one (sorry, don't know it's measurement at the moment).
I think that's it. I plan to install a rack and foldable baskets when I start school next year.
Thanks!
First is that I have stem mounted shifters. What must I do to change the system to indexed shifting? The handlebar is that of a cruiser; would I have to get a drop handlebar to accomodate whatever I'd need for the new shifting system? What about the other parts of the drive train, like the rear derailler and cassette? How much should I expect to pay if I take it to my LBS? I don't think I have the ability nor the tools to do this all myself.
Next, brakes. The bike has single pivot side-pull brakes and they SUCK. I plan to get new tires and wheels of the same size, 26 x 1 3/8, so what can I consider when looking for new brakes?
Last is the seat and seat post. The seat's comfy but isn't waterproof. Do seat posts come in various lengths? I need one that is slightly longer than the current one (sorry, don't know it's measurement at the moment).
I think that's it. I plan to install a rack and foldable baskets when I start school next year.
Thanks!