Scrodzilla

Anyway...it's probably a Brompton hub laced to a larger rim. Why someone would do this and make a custom fork specifically for that wheel, I don't know.

Broctoon

It kind of made me gag when I saw it. Who doesn't remove that stuff before taking a picture?

eastcoaststeve

Ha, couldn't remember if you posted in the hub thread....figured what the hell.


Spacing between the drops is 69mm.



It's cool no matter what, and lolz on the pube spot.



Steve

eastcoaststeve

Ha, bike came from a pretty ugly area...I usually take a few "as found" pics so i have comparison after resto.
Glad you guys got a kick out of it.



Steve

steve-in-kville 

Scrod,

How wide of a tire would your H-Son TB14/Gran Comp wheelset fit? Thanks.

https://www.retro-gression.com/colle...wheelset-black

Scrodzilla

I know someone who rides a Steamroller running 32c tires on TB14s.

jtbadge

Bruce Gordon Rock 'n Road tires at 43c feel really nice on my TB14s.

TejanoTrackie 

Would the BLB Notorious crankset be a significant upgrade over the Andel Standard ? Are the outboard bearings on the BLB better quality than the Andel BB ?

Scrodzilla

I would think it would be a little stiffer overall but the move would probably be lateral. I still prefer square tapered stuff.

SquidPuppet

Who makes the stiffest 144 BCD square taper crank? Top three please.

Scrodzilla

Since I'm not familiar with the technical data for every crankset on the market I can really only offer my opinion, which is no more valuable than anyone else's.

My go-to is Sugino 75.

SquidPuppet

Yeah that's all I was looking for. But your opinion is based on a broader base of exposure. I remember somewhere here, a while ago, you mentioned the Campy unit was very flimsy. I'm just trying to eliminate any/all weaklings from the shopping list. Thanks

Scrodzilla

Yeah, the modern version of the Record Pista crankset I have on my Raleigh is noticeably more noodly than my 75s. I can actually feel it if I track stand while out of the saddle.

The Andel Standard crankset is supposed to be pretty stiff too but I've never actually ridden them. Maybe @TejanoTrackie can chime in here because I know he uses and likes them.

TejanoTrackie 

Yeah, the Andel Standard feels very stiff to me, and honestly I can't feel any difference between it and the Sugino 75. In fact, I put a set on my VISP, actually the RSC1 from my Wabi Lightning with a Sugino 75 chainring, and did a standing start in a 90 inch gear at the track for my state championship. I did not feel any flex at all with them. I think a lot of this has to do more with the chainring than the crankarms themselves. Campy chainrings have a lot of cutouts, and there is very little material left to transmit the forces from the crank spider to the chain. This is why Sugino Zen chainrings are so stiff and strong, no cutouts and lots of material.

SquidPuppet

Thanks boys.

XifalizE

Would this wheelset be durable enough exclusively for street riding (NYC)? I plan on doing zero amount of riding on the track. I'm really attracted to the low spoke count and lightness of the set. Also, I weigh 135 lbs if that's a factor. I know it's sold out at the moment but someone responded to me on your IG page that a shipment of hubs were on the way and that you'd be building them again. Thanks.

https://www.retro-gression.com/produ...nt=29896373063

msa1082

Quick question regarding these track nuts -


I see some ppl on YouTube using washers UNDER these.. is that really necessary?

I'm pretty OCD with protecting frames from damage.

**Thank you for the fast shipping as well..

Scrodzilla

Using washers under them will decrease the effectiveness of the knurls, which are supposed to dig in to your dropouts.

Scrodzilla

I know someone riding them on the crappy streets here in SD who weighs considerably more than you and he hasn't had any issues. As long as you're not aiming for huge potholes and crashing into things on purpose, you'll be fine.

A huge box of those low flange hubs is arriving early next week. I'll be building a bunch more of those wheelsets ASAP.

msa1082

Thanks. This is a real noob question but are most "replaceable" dropouts a standard size and can they be easily replaced?

I don't see these for sale basically anywhere, yet they are referred to as replaceable dropouts most of the time.

Scrodzilla

The sooner you stop worrying about scratching your dropouts, the better.

msa1082

Understood lol.

FYI I have 3M clear tape on all my forks.. so I know it really has to end somewhere.

TenSpeedV2

You would have a heart attack if you saw my bike. From colored in Sharpie on the down tube to marring on the dropouts from the knurls.....it ain't perfect. If you hang it up on a wall, worry about it. If you ride it, just ride it and accept what will happen.

johnnytheboy

beausage. my 3 week old rivendell frame already has scratches and tire rub marks. natural wear looks great on a bike.

msa1082

Is there any reason not to just use chain tugs and not worry about tightening the hell out of the nuts?