Bicycle Mechanics - Using 700c wheel in 26" frame question

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Dylansbob

02-17-08, 09:57 PM

I remember seeing an adapter from Mavic to adjust rear canti mounts up enough to work. Is there anyone else that makes something to accomplish this? I know I could run discs, but I don't want to have to buy a new wheel.

seanoc

02-17-08, 10:35 PM

http://www.dreambike.com/69.htm
I found this while researching the same idea.

these brakes too. more expensive but a cleaner looking solution. http://www.paulcomp.com/frmbrakes.html

Retro Grouch

02-18-08, 07:17 AM

My fixed gear started life as a 26" wheel bike. A standard reach front road caliper matched the fork to a 700c wheel perfectly. I can't say for sure about the rear because I don't run a rear brake.