Re: [CR]Brooks saddles & classic frame geometry

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From: "Ray Coffey" <swampgas@usa.com>
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: Re: [CR]Brooks saddles & classic frame geometry
Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 20:02:23 -0500

Arthur Yow wrote: *** The two bolt Campy seatposts are infinitely adjustable and will never shift, but they are heavy and require a special tool to get at the bolts (nested under the saddle). Adjustments and tightening can be done without the Campy tool (I've done it), but its tough, and slow going. ***

Many have suggested buying a Craftsman (or similar) ratcheting offset wrench for these Campagnolo 2-bolt seatposts. I haven't tried on mine yet (it hasn't slipped), so can anyone vouch for this idea?

Time to shop at Sears: http://tinylink.com/?GgCQ9oMxkd

Does the 2-bolt post use 12mm or 13mm bolt heads? Get the 12/13mm combo. No ratcheting offset wrench available for 11mm (single bolt SR?), but they carry a non-ratcheting one.

Baron C. has aluminum NR seatpost clamp bolt sets available.

I was tempted to buy a Campagnolo "peanut butter" wrench from Harris for my fixed gear, but wondered if the (presumed) additional comfort in my hand (versus the Park Tools version) would be that worthwhile. Any user recommendations? Should I tell Santa's helper at the mall?

Ray Coffey Boston, MA -- __________________________________________________________ Sign-up for your own FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup

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