gpvb1@comcast.net wrote:
> Date: Wed, 12 Oct 2005 13:22:51 -0500 From: John Thompson
> <JohnThompson@new.rr.com>
>
>> The nicest 3rd party replacements I've tried are the Modolo #919.
>> These are the right color and shape, but say "Modolo" instead of
>> Campagnolo. These show up on eBay on a regular basis, so keep your
>> eyes peeled. American Cyclery (http://fixedgear.americancyclery.com/)
>> in San Fran stocks these for US$27/pr. If looks aren't so important,
>> the Modolo #920 "Anatomic" hoods also fit and are more comfortable
>> (IMHO) than the original equipment or clones thereof. A'me also made
>> an anatomic hood like the Modolo #920 but in a more durable material
>> than gum latex. If you want long term durability and comfort, these
>> are the way to go. I've had a set on my commuter bike for over 20
>> years and there's still no sign of deterioration. Yellow Jersey in
>> Madison WI stocks some of these
>> (http://www.yellowjersey.org/brax.html) for only US$10/pr!
> I agree, but I think you may have the Modolo model numbers reversed.
> The #919 is the anatomic hood, and the #920 is the non-anatomic
> Campagnolo style hood, AFAIK.
Whoops! My bad!
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John (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA