Simple vintage univega question....
08-11-09, 10:21 AM
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Simple vintage univega question....
I am the owner of an Univega Competizione 1982. I don't know the exact size, but it's somewhere in the 54/56 neighborhood, I think.
Was this frame built for 27" wheels???
Bonus (because I'm at work and lazy): Are 27" wheels larger in diameter than 700c wheels?
Thanks for reading.
Was this frame built for 27" wheels???
Bonus (because I'm at work and lazy): Are 27" wheels larger in diameter than 700c wheels?
Thanks for reading.
08-11-09, 10:43 AM
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My mid 80s Competizione was definitely built for 700c wheels. And 27" is 630mm diameter while 700c is 622mm.
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08-11-09, 12:21 PM
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Thanks Neal, I've not realy found any difinitive evidence to the contrary, either. I think the wheels that were in installed when it came into my possession are 700c, but for whatever reason, I can't find markings anywhere on them that confirm that to be the case.
In any event, a little extra clearance couldn't hurt.
Cheers.
In any event, a little extra clearance couldn't hurt.
Cheers.
08-11-09, 04:22 PM
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I can't recall ever seeing a 27" Competizione. Given the level and era, 700C would be correct. Competing models were using them, so I doubt Lawee would have dropped the (spec) ball on that one.
