Fatal Swan
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Right, my weight weenie bike has had a few major changes lately and there are a few cherished bits I'm going to have to reluctantly part with. Not sure if pre- or post-98, but not far off either way.
First up, a heavily tuned set of Avid Mag V-brakes (Front & Rear). I have spent ages hunting down and tuning these things with the parts described below - somewhat of a labour of love :roll: As usual for the Mags, some flaws to the finish have appeared over time but they are working great and they are as light as you will find for high-performing V-brakes (forget KCNC etc, they're hopeless by comparison - been there...). They weigh 143g and 144g for each pair, about 35g a pair lighter than XTR. And the meaty Clarks pads currently fitted add about 5-6g a pair over most others. The pad holders are XTR. The Clarks pads are new, minor rub marks from use only on the workstand. They have titanium cable clamp bolts and I have installed new titanium brake shoe nuts and bolts fitted to each shoe (I'll include the originals too). I have fitted 4 x M3 red alloy allen bolts to replace the standard tension adjuster screws (I'm pretty sure I still have them and will include them). If you want to keep the red theme going I'll include the red V-brake pipes for free. I also have an old pair of the Orange Mag V-brakes that may be useful for spares only that I'll chuck in. £50 posted in the UK SOLD
Next up, a Shimano XT BB-ES70 Bottom Bracket. The top-of-the-line Octalink bottom bracket, wonderfully smooth, durable and lightweight - it's just 255g on my digital scales, as pictured. The axle length is 113mm and it is intended for a 73mm shell as indicated, however I have been using it with a 68mm frame by using the 68-specific Bottom Bracket cup (technically you should probably also use a spacer though I managed fine without). I will supply cups for both, one for 68 and one for 73. Running perfectly smooth with no play at all in the axle. £15 posted in the UK SOLD
First up, a heavily tuned set of Avid Mag V-brakes (Front & Rear). I have spent ages hunting down and tuning these things with the parts described below - somewhat of a labour of love :roll: As usual for the Mags, some flaws to the finish have appeared over time but they are working great and they are as light as you will find for high-performing V-brakes (forget KCNC etc, they're hopeless by comparison - been there...). They weigh 143g and 144g for each pair, about 35g a pair lighter than XTR. And the meaty Clarks pads currently fitted add about 5-6g a pair over most others. The pad holders are XTR. The Clarks pads are new, minor rub marks from use only on the workstand. They have titanium cable clamp bolts and I have installed new titanium brake shoe nuts and bolts fitted to each shoe (I'll include the originals too). I have fitted 4 x M3 red alloy allen bolts to replace the standard tension adjuster screws (I'm pretty sure I still have them and will include them). If you want to keep the red theme going I'll include the red V-brake pipes for free. I also have an old pair of the Orange Mag V-brakes that may be useful for spares only that I'll chuck in. £50 posted in the UK SOLD
Next up, a Shimano XT BB-ES70 Bottom Bracket. The top-of-the-line Octalink bottom bracket, wonderfully smooth, durable and lightweight - it's just 255g on my digital scales, as pictured. The axle length is 113mm and it is intended for a 73mm shell as indicated, however I have been using it with a 68mm frame by using the 68-specific Bottom Bracket cup (technically you should probably also use a spacer though I managed fine without). I will supply cups for both, one for 68 and one for 73. Running perfectly smooth with no play at all in the axle. £15 posted in the UK SOLD
