Instead of retiring the old lady and buying a new Road Bike I had my eye on...., I decided to get new wheels tires tubes etc.. do a complete adjustment tune up and cleaning overhaul, surgery if you will. Spent 4 hours on her today and about 300 dollars (not a bad deal for the wheels).

Took a spin with her for about an hour (20 miles), totally reborn bike. Wheels are stiff and bomb proof, and she handles like a sports car now. Won't be getting a new one for quite a while yet.

C