Have a 1999 Litespeed Ultimate that I am irrationally attached to that needs some updating. Main issues is that I want to have compact cranks but can't get there with 135 BDC Record spider.
Campy Record 9 speed, pre- 2001. Campy Proton wheels.
Question: If I buy new compact crankset, say an Athena, it will come as an 11s. I think I will have some serious chain noise with my existing 9s chain. What to do?
Keep in mind, I like these Proton wheels, which are in cherry condition and very functional.
Question 2: Will a Campy 10s or 11s cassette fit on that Proton wheel?
I'd be satisfied with running a narrower chain on a 10S or 11s cluster and forfeiting the extra speeds (or building in blanks in the cluster) so as not to replace the 9s levers. I know I'll need a shift mate to make it work.
I guess I should also consider something like the FSA cranks and not be a Campophile.
Any suggestions on a compact crankset that would be compatible with Campy 9s?
Campy Record 9 speed, pre- 2001. Campy Proton wheels.
Question: If I buy new compact crankset, say an Athena, it will come as an 11s. I think I will have some serious chain noise with my existing 9s chain. What to do?
Keep in mind, I like these Proton wheels, which are in cherry condition and very functional.
Question 2: Will a Campy 10s or 11s cassette fit on that Proton wheel?
I'd be satisfied with running a narrower chain on a 10S or 11s cluster and forfeiting the extra speeds (or building in blanks in the cluster) so as not to replace the 9s levers. I know I'll need a shift mate to make it work.
I guess I should also consider something like the FSA cranks and not be a Campophile.
Any suggestions on a compact crankset that would be compatible with Campy 9s?