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  • After my bike was stolen last week I made the decision to do bring the 90s mtb into the 21st century. Now an atv/tourer, daily commute workhorse.
    I was going to keep it as is, but I need a bike sharpish as I'm doing the Caledonia Way next week, and this worked out cheaper than a new bike.
    I probably will look to upgrade the the gearing when I'm back. The 3x7 has no where near the range I'd have expected, so will probably look to change the back wheel (unfortunately) and make it a 2x9 with a bigger range of gears.

    Framebag, pedals and no name bars all from forum. Treated myself to brand new tyres, cambium and grips, and I'm glad I did, especially on the last two. What a difference a good saddle and grips make.

  • Instead of replacing the wheel could you get a 9 speed cassette and do an 8 of 9 on 7? I'm still running 3 x 7 and am happy with the range, but have considered doing this for better cadence.

  • I don't think I can. The hub is set up for 7 speed (30mm?) and there is no spacer behind the cassette can be removed.
    I could go about replacing the free hub, but after all the work etc it's pribabjust better to source a new wheel with 8 speed + compatibility.

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