Ray Green, in course of furthering the discussion of Eddie Merckx trivia, added a little note at the end: <snip>
Anyhow use those Universals 61s with pride, they are endorsed by Eddy. Ray Green, Brighton, England
But do NOT attempt to bend the arms for better pad engagement angle. They will quite reliably snap. I've always like the Universal 61s. Had them on a Paramount eons ago, and have them on my 1973 Hetchins now. With Universal pads, and they modulate nicely.
Now, the question: It would be nice to marry up the U-61s with brake pads that come with spherical washers like the old Matthausers, for complete adjustability. Anything like this available?
thanks
harvey sachs
mcLean va.