I am new to posting to this forum, but I have learned a ton from reading other posts for some time. I would love to hear some ideas about what I should do with my road bike.
I have a 1977 Schwinn Superior. According to Sheldon Brown, this was a great year for this model. It is made in Chicago handmade shop next to the Paramount. Though it is painted with other production models. ;(
It has the filet-brazed frame which makes it more valuable as this was Schwinns benchmark in lightweight frames. It actually is pretty darn light, and I prefer the ride to many entry level alloy bikes I've tried.
Now, I realize this bike will never be a sub 20 pound bike, nor do I want it to be. The bike is in excellent condition, and has decent components. I would be interested to hear any input from others.
Is it difficult to upgrade a complete groupset to this bike. For example if I bought a used Centaur groupset from Ebay, and retrofitted to index shifters and Campy front and rear mechs etc. etc.
Will the new components fit the existing frame?
I am having a lot of fun tinkering with the bike as it is now, but I am dissapointed in the Weinmann center-pull brakes and heavy seatpost.
I know upgrading this bike isn't very cost-effective. But again it doesn't have to be super light. I have a rack on the back for light touring and I often ride with 15 lbs. over the rear wheel.
I guess I'm just wondering if it is possible to upgrade drivetrain components to just have more modern features.
Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
I have a 1977 Schwinn Superior. According to Sheldon Brown, this was a great year for this model. It is made in Chicago handmade shop next to the Paramount. Though it is painted with other production models. ;(
It has the filet-brazed frame which makes it more valuable as this was Schwinns benchmark in lightweight frames. It actually is pretty darn light, and I prefer the ride to many entry level alloy bikes I've tried.
Now, I realize this bike will never be a sub 20 pound bike, nor do I want it to be. The bike is in excellent condition, and has decent components. I would be interested to hear any input from others.
Is it difficult to upgrade a complete groupset to this bike. For example if I bought a used Centaur groupset from Ebay, and retrofitted to index shifters and Campy front and rear mechs etc. etc.
Will the new components fit the existing frame?
I am having a lot of fun tinkering with the bike as it is now, but I am dissapointed in the Weinmann center-pull brakes and heavy seatpost.
I know upgrading this bike isn't very cost-effective. But again it doesn't have to be super light. I have a rack on the back for light touring and I often ride with 15 lbs. over the rear wheel.
I guess I'm just wondering if it is possible to upgrade drivetrain components to just have more modern features.
Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks