Re: [CR] oversize seat stay caps?

(Example: History)

Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:36:15 -0500
From: "George Allen" <jgallen@lexairinc.com>
To: classicrendezvous <Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
References: <OFAEC19538.39B37FD8-ON852576AB.0058C760-852576AB.00593F71@LocalDomain>
In-Reply-To:
Subject: Re: [CR] oversize seat stay caps?


Marcus,

The caps that Dale referred to are not over-sized. They are fluted or scalloped. Here are pics of a Team bike with the oversize caps:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/2manybikes/?saved=1

George Allen Lexington, KY USA

On 1/14/2010 11:14 AM, marcus.e.helman@gm.com wrote:
> Dale Brown sent a link to a Raleigh Pro with oversized seat stay caps. I
> have always thought the oversized caps looked sloppy, like the builder
> could not be bothered to do the work necessary to get the caps flush with
> the stays. Is this just another esthetic approach to ending the seat
> stays? Is there more to it than that?
>
> http://cyclesdeoro.com/Raleigh_pro_frame_before/index.html
>
> Best regards,
> Marcus Helman
> Detroit, MI
>
> Nothing in this message is intended to constitute an electronic signature unless a specific statement to the contrary is included in this message.
>
> Confidentiality Note: This message is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed. It may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, transmission, dissemination or other use, or taking of any action in reliance upon this message by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited and may be unlawful. If you received this message in error, please contact the sender and delete it from your computer.
> _______________________________________________
>
>

--
This message has been scanned for viruses and
dangerous content by MailScanner, and is
believed to be clean.