Re: [Classicrendezvous] Audax & Generator Bosses

(Example: Framebuilders:Norman Taylor)

Date: Mon, 06 Nov 2000 11:57:30 -0500
From: Jerry Moos <moos@penn.com>
To: kurtsj@mtco.com
CC: dave bohm <davebohm@azstarnet.com>, Classic Rendezvous <Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: Re: [Classicrendezvous] Audax & Generator Bosses
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Another disadvantage I've heard mentioned in regard to randonnee is that if one has to change a damaged front wheel during a brevet, one is then without lights, which in many cases would mean immediate disqualification. I guess one could carry a battery light as a backup, though.

Regards,

Jerry Moos

kurtsj@mtco.com wrote:
> Quoting dave bohm <davebohm@azstarnet.com>:
>
> > Is it possible to use a dynamo front hub? Does this go against the
> > classic
> > theme or is there a disadvantage over standard tire run dynamo's?
> >
> > Here is a link to Schmidt generator hubs that looks promising.
> > http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/Schmidt-Lumotec.htm
> >
> > Hope it helps.
> > David Bohm
> > Bohemian bicycles
>
> A S-A Dynohub would certainly be classic, but also underpowered relative to the
> standard 3W dynamo.
> The only disadvantages of a Schmidt are the cost, and perhaps a very small
> weight penalty. FWIW, I've been very happy with my Schmidt since I bought it
> two years ago. It's certainly worth considering if you expect to ride at night,
> or in the dusk/dawn hours frequently.

>

> Steve Kurt

> Peoria, IL