The C&V esoteric component thread - 🔩
#52
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Interestingly, there's some of those listed on ebay right now as well.
#53
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It is somewhat similar to the Kelly Take-off, and probably with a more convenient lever location.
It would be fun to hear a review of these!
Steve in Peoria
#54
That Edco braieset was actually made by Magura. Just rebranded, like a lot of Edco components were back then....
I was thinking about getting them a few years back but decided that they just look a bit too unattractive (to put it kindly) to put on my bikes...
I was thinking about getting them a few years back but decided that they just look a bit too unattractive (to put it kindly) to put on my bikes...
#55
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#56
^ That is one serious saddle! Difficult to make out the tag but is this Lepper / made in Holland?
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While on the term 'bottom', try this helix titanium bb from Bruce Boone.
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While on the term 'bottom', try this helix titanium bb from Bruce Boone.
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Steve in Peoria
#60
Thing is, better tell your friends not to stick their fingers in the holes when turning the crank, if you have a BB spindle like this one, unless they want hamburger fingers ...
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#62
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In a more practical sense, I do think it's an oversight in marketing to not have a visual cue to the wonders that lie inside the shell. A BB cutout would be a necessity to get the full value of this unique axle. Of course, you've got to leave the sleeve out, so you'll be cleaning it frequently.
With a Phil BB, you can see the splined retaining ring.... although no one knows if you've got the steel or titanium axle.
Wiith the Campy SR titanium axle, there was a version with a threaded stud on the end, which means that it is visible externally (because you won't install the heavy dustcaps after paying for the full SR group). Maplewood bike shop in the St Louis area has a Raleigh Team on display with just this arrangement.....
I think this was the first time I've seen this type of axle in person.
Steve in Peoria
#63
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Wiith the Campy SR titanium axle, there was a version with a threaded stud on the end, which means that it is visible externally (because you won't install the heavy dustcaps after paying for the full SR group). Maplewood bike shop in the St Louis area has a Raleigh Team on display with just this arrangement.....
I think this was the first time I've seen this type of axle in person.
Steve in Peoria
I think this was the first time I've seen this type of axle in person.
Steve in Peoria
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#67
Same company made conventional and aero bottles along with cages for cycling. The trio set is 'esoteric'.
#68
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It kind of reminds me of some old bone shakers where the handlebar was twisted (rolled on it's axis) to wind up a cord that pulled the brake block against the rim.
Steve in Peoria
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I suspect amazing stomach muscles were in order.
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Circa 1950 Hercules Herailleur. The first indexed derailleur according to Frank Berto.
#73
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Removed from right fork tube of a Schwinn Varsity
Robust spring loaded, felt lined, pinch clamp. Stamped by the manufacturer, TERRY’S made in England. The previous owner told me what it supposedly is. Only one I’ve ever run across. Any guesses ?
#74
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Here's the catalog page.....
and here's the detailed bit about the racket holder....
don't ask me why this sort of weird stuff sticks in my memory. Seems like I could be making better use of that limited resource!
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