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Old 02-24-24 | 05:26 PM
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Bikes: 1982 Holdsworth Avanti (531), 1961 Holdsworth Cyclone, 1953 Holdsworth Whirlwind

Originally Posted by Markeologist
Your criteria were 27mm, more adjustable than a SR LaPrade and better looking which describes both the Superbe and XC. Both nuts on top side of clamp (see photo I posted, not mine borrowed) fit down into recesses so you don’t need a wrench to hold them. The level of finish certainly seems well above Sugino’s offerings too.
According to "General Information" on Velobase the Superbe (not pro) is a rebranded Sugino Mighty SP-2C
https://www.velobase.com/ViewCompone...89b04&Enum=105

Superbe Pro is definitely another level of better, but they go for a lot more money
Whereas I think I can get a Sugino Mighty for £45 and the flex wrench for £10ish.
The SR LaPrade I'm currently using was £15.

Here's my compilation so far:
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