Originally Posted by
smd4
I’d like to get a chrome Silca frame pump, maybe with a Campy head. From seat tube to head tube, measured under the top tube, is 21 inches. What size, uncompressed, should I be looking for? How much do they compress? There don’t seem to be many over 20”. Thanks.
They need to compress a fair amount to stay in place without a strap.
TT to BB is best for the reason above but takes up a water bottle space.
I have at least a dozen over 20in. they can be scarce on the ground.
I only have 1 chrome one that has the really crappy plastic head, it does not work very well and does not seem to be changeable, it is really just a prop.
I don't think a C+V bike is complete without one, preferably paint to match.
I have built up a collection by snatching them up when I see one here, efbay, at the co-ops and on any bike I buy can make the deal if a nice one is involved.
And there's always the brand new ones but $$$$$$, I have 3 including 1 paint to match.
Good luck, you may have your work cut out for you to find the right size in a color that works.
