[Classicrendezvous] Subject: [BOB] Modern TA Cranks

(Example: Framebuilding:Brazing Technique)

From: <jan-olov.j@spray.se>
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Date: Thu, 09 Nov 2000 23:37:05
Subject: [Classicrendezvous] Subject: [BOB] Modern TA Cranks

>Subject: [BOB] Modern TA Cranks
>Anybody have experience with the current crop >of TA cranks?

I have using TA Zephyr crankset on my Heron Touring. Chainwheels:48/38/24 Boltcircle is 110/74/56 mm
>I've seen
>the Alize touring model and the Zephyr ATB >model listed, but never
>actually laid eyes on one in person. How >compatible would they be with
>STI?

I was using 8 speed Ergo shifters, Campy Racing Triple in front and rear. and also have Shimano Alivio rear hub with 7 speed cassette 13- 28. this combination was vorking fine.
>The Harris Cyclery site offers the long >lived Cyclotourist and
>mentions it doesn't work well with modern MTB >derailleurs. Any input
>appreciated!
>Jim Cole
>Memphis, TN

But know I have made some changes, I am using today SunTour downtube shifters from Rivendell, Phil wood road rearhub with frewheel. Regina CX-S 6 speed 13-26 but

I am still using TA crankset, Campy racing triple rear and front dear.

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