Re: [CR]Widest possible Campy NR ratio range?

(Example: Framebuilders:Brian Baylis)

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Date: Sun, 18 May 2003 12:34:08 -0400
To: CYCLETRUCK@aol.com, classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
From: "Sheldon Brown" <CaptBike@sheldonbrown.com>
Subject: Re: [CR]Widest possible Campy NR ratio range?


At 12:16 PM -0400 5/18/03, CYCLETRUCK@aol.com wrote:
>Lets say hypothetically I just scored an early 70's(#173538) Mondia Special
>with NR derailleurs.....
>
>---What is the widest possible (10 or maybe 12 speed) gear range I can get
>sticking with the Campy hubs and crank set and derailleurs?

The hubs have nothing to do with it.

I once got a 13-31 to work with a 52/42 in front, took a good deal of fiddling with chain length and axle placement to get it to work.
>---What is the smallest available ring that will fit the inside bolts

41 tooth. We've got TA rings on special in this size.

http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/chainrings.html#144

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