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metabike 05-15-14 07:26 PM

C&V Components on Modern Bikes
 
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Modern components on classic frames is one thing (even I have done that), but how about C&V components on modern rides? I admit that MA-40's aren't that C&V, and the Clements are the recently resurrected variety (they still remind me of the old days), but at least the Campagnolo skewers are from the mid 80's:

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ccblunt 05-15-14 08:34 PM

I have an amazingly light 9/10/11 speed Campy wheelset built up with 28H Mavic GEL 280 tubular rims. And I do use the old style skewers with them as well.

IthaDan 05-16-14 08:39 AM

I have a pair of bluemels lightweight fenders on my cross/commuter that are at least 40 years old.

RobbieTunes 05-16-14 11:12 AM

I'm running 9-sp DA DT shifters on a bike because I just like them better.

wrk101 05-16-14 11:32 AM

I top out at the eight speed 6400 or 7400 STI groups, as they are rebuildable, and I like the aesthetics better.

On keeper mtbs, I cap it to seven speed. The shifters are cheap and reliable.

But the really vintage components go on era correct frame sets.

Whit51 05-16-14 07:08 PM

I like to hot-rod older frames with newer components, but have an aversion to using older components on a frame from a noticeably more recent era.

old's'cool 05-16-14 07:46 PM

I've upgraded a couple of Kent bikes with surplus 80's vintage parts from my stash.

r0ckh0und 05-16-14 08:41 PM

I can't help but think 1st gen. Suntour Cyclone or Suntour Vx would look pretty good on a Surly CrossCheck or Pacer frameset. Not sure if it's even feasible with RD ranges and FD clamp sizes

kaliayev 05-16-14 09:20 PM


Originally Posted by Whit51 (Post 16765542)
I like to hot-rod older frames with newer components, but have an aversion to using older components on a frame from a noticeably more recent era.

I'm in this camp.


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