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08-05-12 | 03:15 PM

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Road Fan

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Originally Posted by 1987

@Chicago Al, I guess we are in the same boat. The problems appears when reaching maximum. And according to Campagnolos specifications 26T is max for NR and 28T is max for SR. With proper adjustments you should be able to combine NR DR with 28T FW. But that starts up another discussion, that is well covered in the forum.

This time I am mostly interested in correct chain length and you ideas about it.
And what might be the most aesthetically pleasing for a vintage bike.

Where have you seen Campy's specification for the NR, recently? My recollection from 40 years ago agrees with what you say, but it would be good to show a primary source if possible. And I think my "knowledge" comes from discussions with the bike shop workers.

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