Best upgrade for this bike

ilovegrace

Hi All
Cycling now for a couple of years and nver got into the "upgrade thing" have always gone down the Bargain basement route for my winter bike.

However , even though parts are working ok on my summer bike I have the itch for (a) new one (b) Upgrade.
Decided on (b) , I love (?) climbing and most of my rides include them , so looking for something to give me a bit more "zipp" on my regular rides and Sportives .
So can anyone give me point me in the right direction to upgrade this bike http://www.fatbirds.co.uk/1671843/produ ... dals-.aspx
Thanks in advance.
regards
ILG

fenix

Cant se what tyres you have but Conti GP4000S if you haven't already.

After that - youve a £100 pair of wheels on there so if you have ooh, 250 plus - that might make a difference.

Failing that - buy some new sunglasses or tops. Your bike is a good one.

drlodge

Yeh new tyres, either those Contis or Michelin Pro4 Service Course in a 25c if they'll fit. Conti Supersonic inner tubes are much thinner and at £10 is a cheap upgrade too, removes some weight from the rim where it matters most.

As for wheels, take a look on thecycleclinic website to give you an idea as to what money will buy you.

MisterMuncher

Tyres look to be Hutchinson Nitro, a wire-beaded budget tyre. Most folding tyres would be an upgrade in weight terms. Schwalbe Durano or Vittoria Rubino Pro for big miles, something pricier and lighter for speed.

ilovegrace

Thanks chap , if I went down the wheel route are 2nd hand worth considering ?
I was looking at a set of Fulcrum 3s unused with tyres for £250 they have sold now , not expert on wheels to be honest.
regards
ILG

mugensi

Add £20 to your £250 and you'd get a set of new Zondas which are basically the same as Fulcrum 3's except with a different rear spoke pattern. A pair of new tyres (GP4000's or the new Michelin Power's) will compliment the new wheels.

secretsam

MugenSi wrote:

Add £20 to your £250 and you'd get a set of new Zondas which are basically the same as Fulcrum 3's except with a different rear spoke pattern. A pair of new tyres (GP4000's or the new Michelin Power's) will compliment the new wheels.

Ribble often do a tyres + wheels deal on Zondas

ilovegrace

Good to hear , a friend of mine is selling a set of Zondas 2nd hand , worth taking a look ?
regards
ILG

rob39

I've just upgraded to Campag Zonda's with Michelin pro4 endurance 25mm tryes from prolite luciano and gatorskins and what a difference, bike is really responsive, climbing is a joy.

ilovegrace

Looks like Zondas are the way to go .
As ever , many thanks for you considered reply's.
Now for the Google search.
thanks again
ILG