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02-03-16 | 07:06 PM

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agmetal

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Originally Posted by fietsbob

There are and Have been for a Long time , screw Band clips to run Housing along 1" top Tubes ..

If the screw that secures the clip is an issue try Gaffers Tape..

or(agmetal) make a sewn on Leather sleeve for the top Tube that will also cover the Housing.

want stops ? Braze them on then do a repaint ..

I'm well aware of the existence of those steel guides, and I like the look of them, but then we're back to my original concern about being able to shoulder the bike......

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