john jorgensen wrote:
>Of Shimano & resistance: View from a bike shop 30 years ago.
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>The basic verdict for 1st generation Dura-Ace, good brake calipers once toed
>in. Brake levers on a par with Weinmann. Nice hubs, (had chromed oil clips
>and outer nuts) smooth but durability then suspect.
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I've been using a set of 1st generation Shimano Dura-Ace large flange
hubs continuously since 1974 and they are still among the smoothest and
lowest-friction hubs I've ever experienced! I rebuild them every few
years -- no more than that -- and there is still no sign of pitting or
other deterioration. As far as I'm concerned they are beautiful
aesthetically -- much nicer design and finish than the comparable era
Campy Record large flange hubs -- and delightful to ride.
David -- I love Campy too -- White
Burlington, VT