Re: Retro MTB Touring.
I wouldn't bother with going to 9 speed. You would then have to replace the wheels at it's 7 speed IIRC. I'd probably switch to thumbies for reliability and spend most of my efforts on getting the fit and comfort spot-on.
It's a great start for a tourer though.
I wouldn't bother with going to 9 speed. You would then have to replace the wheels at it's 7 speed IIRC. I'd probably switch to thumbies for reliability and spend most of my efforts on getting the fit and comfort spot-on.
It's a great start for a tourer though.