While we're on this topic, what is a good source for usable tubular tires for the older track bikes like these? I've got a 1937 chrome Wastyn (we think) that needs only tires and a nice B17 to be complete.
It has mostly BSA components on it, BTW Sarah. I agree with Joe's opinion re: that.
Any tire recommendations?
Cheers,
Greg Parker A2 MI USA Still Waaay too hot to do much outdoors between about 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Joe b-z wrote:
> Message: 4
> Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 23:06:35 -0400
> From: Joe Bender-Zanoni <joebz@optonline.net>
> To: Sarah Gibson <sadiejane9@hotmail.com>,
> classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
> Subject: [CR]Sieber Specification
>
> Sarah you have your work cut out for you on the parts.
>
> From the Sieber importer John Eisenmann's catalog:
>
> Sieber Special- Track Model
>
> Frame made upon your own specifications from REYNOLDS High Manganese Butted
> Tubes, Headeset and Hanger standard.
> Wheels: Sieber Dural Hubs - No. 47 Sieber Rims
> Tires: Sieber Type J or Criterium 1"
> Bar: Sprinter with sliding or fixed extension
> Saddle: C.P.M. B 17 Special
> Chain: Pallas CN Blockchain
> Pedals: Sieber Duraluminium or Union
> Cranks: Extra light fluted
> Finish: Best quality enamel - bright parts chrome plated or equipped with
> other parts chosen from this catalog.
> Price complete, $75.00
> Frame assembly, $45.00
> Frame all chromed, $5.00 extra
> Fork and headlugs chromed, $2.00 extra
>
> My particular bike came with a Chater Lea crankset (ring stamped Eisenmann)
> and Caminargent bar and stem.
>
> All that detail aside, I would condider the "other parts"option. BSA is
> always a good choice because, at least in the US, 30's track riders would
> strip off about anything and put on BSA.
>
> Joe Bender-Zanoni
> Great Notch, NJ