I got this Orbea Aqua for 95$ I’ve been loving it and want to get more into cycling. It has Shimano 105 I think? Seems generally in ok condition just been sitting in a shed forever. What would be the best use of money to upgrade it a bit for longer rides? Complete noob here trying to learn.
by hioxa2
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Best bang for buck is probably:
– new tires
Conti GP5000 is a well liked fast tire, Schwalbe One or Vittoria Rubino are a little cheaper. Generally a higher performance tire will roll faster and feel better, but will also less durable and more expensive.
– new bar tape
easy win, cheap and that’s the part you touch all the time
– replace consumables
brake pads, chain, cassette, cables – only if they need replacing of course
– good cycling clothes and helmet (padded shorts!)
– if you want to ride clipless, new pedals and shoes
– bike computer
Used older Garmin, Edge 810s for example are getting quite cheap. Much nicer than using a phone
– bike fit
don’t necessarily need to go to a pro bike fitter, just reading some articles or watching some videos and playing around with your position to find a comfortable fit should be enough
Other than that, I wouldn’t invest too much into this. Ride this bike as is and upgrade if you really get into it – doing stuff to this bike isn’t really a sensible move, unless you’re really emotionally attached to it.