Re: [RBW] New vs. Old Parts for Appaloosa

2024-09-05 Thread Josiah Anderson
Welcome to the group! I think that old parts are totally appropriate on a Riv build, and can work as well as or better than modern ones while often making things more interesting. To your specific questions, a Deore DX crank will be more than adequate, in my opinion. I don't feel a need to worry a

[RBW] New vs. Old Parts for Appaloosa

2024-09-05 Thread AppaLanta
Hi All, I’m seeking some wisdom from the group for the build-up of a new ‘24 Appaloosa this fall (my first Riv)… I know where I’m going with the choice of most parts (handlebars, seat, pedals, etc.) except I’ve reached a conceptual impasse on a few components, mainly around performance and d