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[sparky]

Typically always seems to be quality over quantity, but don't quote me on that for spokes.

Just found these mags for sell on eBay. The seller has multiple types/colors of mags, has 100% feedback, & has quite a few repeat customers.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Unique-No-Spoke...5439671QQihZ006QQcategoryZ36143QQcmdZViewItem

Just keep searching for components until you see something you like that fits with your overall goal.

 

[Member 5549]

I got a Schwinn Point Beach from wally world.
It seems like a good bike, only paid $124.00 for it.
will put the GEBE on it Monday.
The only thing I dont like is that I will have to remove the rear rack!!!
That rack really looks cool, but O well...

 

[5-7HEAVEN]

Proline, an absolute need is a simple front v-brake that the bike shop can install for a small fee. If it won't clear the springer fork, install a front drum brake.

I started off with a new RALEIGH cruiser with coaster brake. I installed front brake, then suspension seat, then ROCKSHOX FRONT FORK. Then I wanted rear v-brake with 21 gears, so I bought a used SCHWINN SKYLINER bike for $100. Then I gave the bike to my brother.

Now I have a RALEIGH RETRO-7 cruiser-type bike with dual v-brakes and 7-gear derailleur with Mitsubishi friction drives.

Front brakes are a great improvement, also HD rims with 12g spokes and high-speed grease in the hubs.

Unsure if any bike's wheels will survive a pothole at 25mph.

 

[proline20]

Thanks everyone for the lessons shared! I got lucky and picked up a Jamis Earth Cruiser - Build #2. My friend had it in his garage and I asked him to make me a deal, he said take it. Just what I wanted - steel frame, 12g spokes, 26x2.125 tires, wide handlebars, and a fat seat. Less than an hour after I got home, 'Tank' was sporting a new Bumble Bee kit cruising 25 mph. What a difference in ride vs. the 28x1.75 hybrid road bike.