If last year's Chorus is this year's Athena...

[Mitford]

When I asked the local bike shop about getting some new hub cones they said they would need to know what the model was. But I understand that equipment described in one year as (for example) Chorus would appear the following year bearing the name Athena (or whatever the next level down was).

I can't see any name or serial number on any of my gear, not on the derailleur or on the brake levers etc. My bike dates from around 1994, but I don't know the exact year.

How do I establish what equipment I have, so I can order new parts?

 

[Davidc]

Accurately measure the parts then start to look for generic substitutes. Online may give best results.

With parts 19 years old is it worth it or would new be a better option?

 

[Mitford]

I don't really understand your question David. I'd like to replace some worn parts, I wouldn't see any sense in buying used hub cones for example, but I will need ones that are compatible with the old gear I have.

 

[accountantpete]

You ideally want to identify the specific hub and then get specific cones for that hub.

The VeloBase site is the best resource to identify the hub but you may have difficulties getting precise cones.


http://velobase.com/ListComponents.aspx?SearchID=0529a2df-3dc4-471b-a2a9-f253db682a23


Then check out the excellent advice given half way down this page


http://forum.ctc.org.uk/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=59209

 

[Davidc]

I don't really understand your question David. I'd like to replace some worn parts, I wouldn't see any sense in buying used hub cones for example, but I will need ones that are compatible with the old gear I have.

I'm suggesting that if the hubs are 19 years old and parts are difficult to source then it might be better to buy complete new hubs. (Assuming you're OK rebuilding the wheel of course).

 

[Mitford]

Thanks David: I've never rebuilt a wheel, I read an article about it last night, I might give it a try, however the rims and the spokes are also 19 years old, does it make sense to build a new hub onto them?