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2004-10-25 9:39 AM

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Subject: old road bike
I'm new to the whole tri experience. I've been biking on my old steel huffy 27" bike to increase my endurance. A friend of mine sold me his old tri-bike for $100. It's a Ciocc frame, Shimano 600 components, Profile aerobar, Fir Special rims(26"). Its a lot lighter than the Huffy.The bike appears to have been repainted.... Here's my question, should I spend some money to fix it up ( tires, new cables, etc.)? If so how much should I spend ? Any ideas About the whole situation is GREATLY appreciated. Steve

2004-10-25 10:17 AM
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Subject: RE: old road bike
Ciocc is a great bike, I raced bike races on one and still use it. It's not a true tri-bike unless they've come out with one recently. Cables are not too expensive and make everything feel smoother. They are not hard to replace yourself and I suggest you learn how because it will save you labor. I'd check into new tires because you don't know how old the originals are. I'd also look at the seat; worn seats are not fun. Does it have a water bottle cage?
2004-10-25 11:12 AM
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It sounds like a good deal for me.  Ciocc is an excellent racing bike brand and Shimano 600 components (now Ultegra) were, at the time, intermediate level racing gear.  I would say that this bike, which has been retrofitted for tri's, would do admirably for a beginner triathlete.  Just make sure that the frame is the right size for you.  For $100 you can't go wrong with this bike; it would be worth your while changing the tires and the cables as well as inspecting all components and replacing anything that is worn. 

2004-10-25 11:16 AM
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It sounds like a good deal for me.  Ciocc is an excellent racing bike brand and Shimano 600 components (now Ultegra) were, at the time, intermediate level racing gear.  I would say that this bike, which has been retrofitted for tri's, would do admirably for a beginner triathlete.  Just make sure that the frame is the right size for you.  For $100 you can't go wrong with this bike; it would be worth your while changing the tires and the cables as well as inspecting all components and replacing anything that is worn. 

2004-10-27 4:16 PM
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Subject: RE: old road bike
Thanks for the reply. I was wondering how much you think I should spend on tires. My local bike shop quotes around $60 for low end tires installed. They also charge $20 per cable. I can do MUCH better installing thecables myself. Thanks, Steve
2004-10-27 4:30 PM
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Subject: RE: old road bike
Thanks for the reply. The bike fits well. What would you suggest for tires? My local bike shop quoted around $60 for tubes, tires and installation. They also quoted $20 per cable. Instead, I bought some cables and will try installing them myself. There doesn't seem to be excessive wear, but I'm not sure what to look for. I've cleaned the cassette ( no broken teeth, a little rust, chain has some rust. I plan to replace the chain) Thanks again, Steve

2004-10-27 4:40 PM
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Do the tire labor yourself also.  You want to be sure you can do this quickly in case it becomes a necessity during an event.

2004-10-27 4:58 PM
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Yes, you can get "low-end" tires for less than $20, and it wouldn't hurt anyone to practice changing tires.
2004-10-27 4:59 PM
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Before you change your chain, clean out the one you have now and grease it.  What little rust is on it might simply be surface rust.  If you do have to change your chain, you might have to change your cogset also because the teeth on the cogs wear at the same rate as the chain.
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