Freddie Grubb Fixie

[BerthaPog]

You could consider 650b if 700c is too big...

I'd think it was the other way round, issue will be with the brakes and ensuring that they have a enough drop to reach the rims of 700c (if positioned for 27").

Lots of general info here on bikes of that era: http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk

Specific stuff inc catalogues here (use F H Grubb button on the left: http://www.nkilgariff.com

You head badge suggests mid to late '50s.

I've got a 63/64 Tourmalet - will sort pictures later.

 

[Apple Tree]

Only 4mm difference at the brakes between 27 x 1 1/4 and 700c. However, even that extra drop can be difficult to find some times.

 

[hamcob]

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Just an update, i've test assembled the bike while wait for a few more parts to come.
should be riding it in the next week or so. Thinking of removing decals from the wheels though.
Thanks Jamie.

 

[COUPES]

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Looking good! Jamie. The blue reminds me of a Carlton I had in the 70s. Just suits it!

 

[hamcob]

Thanks, I've got brown handlebar tape on now and brakes are fitted, got a pair of Shimano Tiagra calipers very cheap.

 

[COUPES]

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Cool! Agreed about decals on the rims. Can they peel off?

 

[hamcob]

Yes they do Coupes

 

[hamcob]

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Here again,
most bits and pieces have arrived, so i've assembled more parts to check for fitment.
cheer, Jamie

 

[jon w]

Great bike!!

I actually like the stickers, but it's your bike.

What saddle and bar tape are you using??

 

[hamcob]

Thanks, I got the seat off ebay for £15 delivered it's a Madison prime( http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.vi ... 44&alt=web) and the bar tape is Deda Elimimenti leather look from Halfords for about £6.
Cheers Jamie