This is the Specialized Rockhpper which I bought new in 1995. Since then I have been using it sparingly and I have been the sole owner. I have done some maintenance but minimal during these years.
I know that this bike is old, but the truth is that it rolls like silk and I am very fond of it.
Since last year, I have been fond of cycling tourism and I have done short routes with this bike, less than 300 km. During the last year I have been improving and adapting it, thinking also about doing longer routes.
The improvements I have made to it, so far have been:
- Brooks B17 saddle
- New stem
- New handlebar
- Schwwlbe Marathon Mondial tires
- New cassette Shimano 7s 12/34T (originally it came equipped with a cassette 7s 11/28T and 3x chainrings 22/32/42T, the latter are kept)
I’m considering buying a new rear rack, as this one is that 950 g and it is not from a well-known brand. I am also considering buying some pedals, MKS Sylvan Gordito, but the original pedals work very well and weigh only 400 g. I do not know if these changes will be worth it.
I’ve done brake service, the shoes are up to date and I have also done the service of the two hubs (with new balls) and the pedals (new balls).
My question is if I should do some other service, maybe the bottom bracket and the steering, but this works well and gives me doubts to commit the disassembly of these elements.
Thanks for reading!
by Fancy_Step_1700