I wanted to get a new mountain bike. Saw a few options in trek and FF.
I already have a rickety old hercules top gear that Im deadly attached to (though not enough to maintain it properly
). So I thought instead of buying a new bike, why not do a few modifications on it to make it more 'maadren'. I want to keep the sturdy old frame and forks and replace almost everything else....for starters a new set of tires, light weight handlebar, gears, and seat(that covers almost all the possibilities without chop-shopping Im guessing
). Are there any good aftermarket options or other bike spares that might fit on the frame? I want it to be of atleast trek quality. Budget ~5k-8k. Can someone advise?Sorry if a similar thread exists, I didnt spot one atleast.


Well, as I mentioned before, current plan is give my topgear a partial overhaul.....basic changes on a necessity basis for now. So, in keeping the old frame and forks, Ive ruled out suspension but I want a new set of wheels i.e rims and tyres(I'll stick with stock rim-brakes for now), a good handlebar, seat, chain and gearing...not overkill, but enough for a comfortable intra-city dash and\or occasional offroading. Id rather not compromise on quality (affordable within my budget) and whatever I can save on new frame and forks, Id like to spend on other parts.....so Im hesitant on a new bike if I can build a good enough bike from the old bones.

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