neil foddering wrote:
> Forgive me if this question has already been asked and answered, but
> what brake blocks do you use?
>
> I may use wood rims on my 1939 R O Harrison when I build it up, and will
> need effective brakes, since it will have a derailleur (Super Champion
> Osgear) and I won't have the braking of a fixed wheel.
>
Well, Neil, I'm a bit embarrassed about this. The Paramount is fixed-gear,
but I don't ride brakeless on the road. So, I put a vintage sidepull on
it. Since I didn't have "proper" leather (?) or felt (?) brake pads, and
since the varnish was in no great shape anyhow, I just put on some old
Matthauser pads that were in the box, but try not to use them often. If
Ted or others more knowledgeable have a better idea, I'm all ears!
harvey sachs
mcLean va