Re: [CR]Gum hood status

(Example: Framebuilding:Tubing)

Date: Mon, 18 Sep 2006 09:33:17 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jerome & Elizabeth Moos <jerrymoos@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Re: [CR]Gum hood status
To: "Watts, Gary J (Vancouver, WA USA)" <gary.watts@hp.com>, Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
In-Reply-To: <8E538912BF637740BA7EFEC3FA2BE3414912B7@G3W0069.americas.hpqcorp.net>


Actually Gipiemme and the non-anotomic Modolo hoods are probably closer than DiaCompe. Even though they shouldn't be that difficult, the EuroAsia ones have a large seam (actually a mold mark) that many people don't like. There have been repros made, but given Campy's stance, these are basically illegal, so no established company is going to invite a lawsuit by making or selling correct-looking repros.

Can someone who's into classic car restoration tell us how this issue is handled in that hobby? I get the impression that the auto manufacturers usually allow or even encourage reproduction of parts for their classic models.

Regards,

Jerry Moos Big Spring, TX

"Watts, Gary J (Vancouver, WA USA)" <gary.watts@hp.com> wrote: I read through the archives about this first and realized it's still an issue.

My takeaway is that:

1)Campy won't reissue the gum hoods and won't license anyone else to make them with the World logo and Campy designations.

2)The only close replacement currently is the Dia Compe. Is that correct?

3)I'd have to assume that multiple had tried making reproductions as it's not that difficult with a mold. Are there other choices?

Now that Branford Bike has burned down, is Euro-Asia the only source for parts? I took a look at their site and there don't appear to be any pictures, prices or much else which makes me a bit nervous.

Gary Watts
Vancouver, Washington