Re: [CR] Re: was Calling Mr. Goldfinger, now cool crank detail on ebayMaruishi (fwd)

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Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2003 08:45:15 -0700
From: "Chuck Schmidt" <chuckschmidt@earthlink.net>
To: Classic Rendezvous <Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: Re: [CR] Re: was Calling Mr. Goldfinger, now cool crank detail on ebayMaruishi (fwd)
References: <CATFOODqTqXXtv4l95D00001335@catfood.nt.phred.org>


Steven Maasland wrote:
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> Dan wrote:
>
> Most likely out of time line but the crank shows some details I've never
> seen. It looks like some kind of chainguard attached to the frame and 5
> pieces outside the chainring to act as chainguards as well. I can see
> having something to keep the chain from damaging carbon tubes fairly
> early in the experimentation phase of carbon bikes. Has anyone else
> seen anything like this?
>
> This bike is actually within the timeline. The chainguard attachments appear to
> be ICS accessories. ICS, based in Switzerland made some very 'edgy' accessories
> for Campagnolo that were highly respected. Campagnolo even incorporated some of
> the modifications into their production.

Here's the catalog scan: http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/ICS_parts/

Or I have a photocopy reprint: http://www.velo-retro.com

Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, CA

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