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Or drill the frame to accept recessed brakes. But irreversible. Note that the tubular Allen nuts come in different lengths.

I did this on a 531C frame which was previously built for 126 OLN. For the sake of making it slightly easier to fit 130 OLN wheels it makes relatively little difference. With that in mind I would not try it on a valuable frame that I cared about though I had no problems - I used the Sheldon...

This has come up on the Facebook group 'bicycle tools using and collecting' which you lot should all join. The consensus is that the website will carry on and reinforced here https://sheldonbrown.com/blog/2021/06/14/we-are-here/

It sounds like you’d be upgrading your bike to 11-speed if it wasn’t for this? If you are using a wheel-off trainer with a 10-speed cassette then unless you are spending huge time using it you can ride an 11-speed bike but leave the 10-speed cassette mounted on the trainer. I do this- I mainly...

Apparently Sram bought Powertap and have now ceased sales altogether (without any advance notice that I saw). Having just bought a G3 wheelset I’m feeling a little peeved and I’m not aware of what this means for future servicing.

I’m not clear why square taper is necessary. You should have no problem fitting more recent BB if you want- I recently ran Shimano Hollowtech cranks with 26mm spindle in a late 1970s BSA bottom bracket frame with modern Shimano BSA threaded BB external bearing BB cups. Similarly 126 mm rear...

While we’re on the subject, there is a Facebook group “Bicycle tools- using and collecting” which many here would be interested in- if not already following.

Although I have the Campagnolo peanut butter wrench (and it is a lovely thing) in my regular tools there is an Icetoolz tool with a 15mm thin wall socket at one end and a plain 15mm spanner at the other (which is handy for pedals). It is also rubber covered so it is kind to hands and cranks...

I get a feeling that there would be an appetite for a ‘pics of tandems’ thread. Possibly it reflects that many would like a tandem but don't have space- that certainly describes me. My ideal would be a Flying Gate tandem- I have a photo (which I won’t share in this thread to save adding further...

For when making sure you have your helmet is the most important thing...

Where can I buy one (and what should go to make space)...

I have had some good quality stuff from https://galibier.cc/ and fast delivery too.

Watch https://raleigh-sb4059.com/ - I think he’s planning to review it as soon as he gets his hands on it! For myself, I wouldn’t choose the replica over the original.

I agree that these are high numbers but anything is only worth what someone is prepared to pay for it. There seem to be enough old men my age and above with pension lump sums who are willing to pay a lot for the bikes they once dreamed of. Same goes for cars- check out Ford Escort MK 1 & 2s...

My only comparators are- - single pivot Record/Super Record with new vintage blocks. I thought these were quite good but did scare the living daylights out of myself on a 15% Chilterns downhill with a main road at the bottom. (The gradient also contributed to worries about tipping forward so I...

Have you tried asking this question on https://forum.cyclinguk.org/index.php? I think we’re more interested in the bikes here but you may get a wider range of advice on using them there. (Apologies to present company- no offence intended.)

Velobase??? http://www.velobase.com/ListComponents. ... 938d7aa54b

If there was a ‘like’ button I would be liking this post. Thank you.

Read all about lining in this post- viewtopic.php?f=12&t=247375 And I’m not sure that a sable brush is the best answer but find a big art supplier and ask them. (Sable is generally for water colour.) I think that the right paint will have more of an impact on finish- someone will have a better...

Wise decision to pass on this one, IMO. Just to add that anyone considering buying a good steel frame should be extremely cautious if there are any signs of rust whatsoever. In some tubes the wall thickness of the tubing used to build a lightweight frame is exceedingly thin in some areas of the...