How to convert mountain bike to road bike?

[sara]

I have an Optima Stealth Alloy Mountain Bike and I have to be honest, I don't know much about bicycles. Basically, what are my options? I know I should get a pair of slick tires (26 - 1.5"), but is there anything else I should consider? If I changed my wheels to get 700cc, would I have to change the frame and is it costly? I would probably shop at Evan Cycles or Halfords. I look forward to receive resourceful recommendations and suggestions from you.

 

[JohnM]

Go buy a road bike and not at Halfords. Anything more then changing tires is a waste of money.

 

[Mark]

The tyres will make the most difference. Get file-tread tyres, not slicks.

Don't bother changing the wheels.

Maybe get a tri-bar so you can "tuck" for speed, but if you really want to go fast, get a road bike.

If your choice is really only Evans or Halfords (Cant you shop online? Wiggle or St Johns Cycles or something?) then go to Evans, by far the better of the two.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/cycle/mtb-slick-tyres/

NB your post shows as originating in the USA. mentioning Evans and Halfords demonstrates this not to be true. You might like to edit your profile.