Sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like he had good taste! I’m actually
planning my next build and it sounds almost identical to his build as it
currently stands. I say ride it as is and see how it feels to you before making
any changes You might find that you really enjoy it as is.
>
> On Jan 16, 2022, at 4:44 PM, Chris Fly wrote:
>
>
> Howdy, been a member for a while, don't post much.
>
> Looking for some ideas from the collective here...
>
> Background:
> My dad passed away last year and I will soon be getting his very lightly used
> Riv Homer Hilsen. The bike is currently set up (as far as I know) with
> swept-back bars, MTB levers, 9sp RD (Deore maybe?), Triple front chainset
> (Sugino), Paul Thumbies, and Riv Silver brakes.
>
> I'm looking to modernize it a bit with drop bars (Nitto stem/bars), tubeless
> wheels/tires (Pacenti Brevet wheels and Gravel Kings?), and update the
> drivetrain... this last part is where I'm looking for some advice.
>
> Since I have to invest in new levers and shifters (or at least modify the
> Thumbies to bar ends), I've considering a whole new drivetrain... maybe a 1x
> gravel setup with something like a 42/42? Also, maybe go with a set of Paul's
> in the brake dept? I think I've read the Silver brakes can be a little flexy
> at times?
>
> I will ride as is for a bit, but... Thoughts?
>
> Thanks,
> Chris
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