[CR]Universal Model 61 Centerpull Brakes

(Example: Framebuilders:Chris Pauley)

From: "Louis Schulman" <louiss@gate.net>
To: "classicrendezvous@bikelist.org" <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Sat, 05 Jul 2003 11:42:16 -0400 (EDT)
In-Reply-To: <d0.3bfda288.2c37b67a@aol.com>
Subject: [CR]Universal Model 61 Centerpull Brakes

I recently acquired a very nice "pair" of Model 61 Centerpulls. I say "pair" with some reserve, because the front are short reach, and the rear, long reach.

Is this a "pair"? Were different reach Model 61 sets available? Was it common to have one reach on the front, and a different reach on the back? Why would a bicycle be made this way?

Enquiring mind wants to know.

Louis Schulman Tampa, FL (where over 100 people spontaneously showed up for a traditional 4th of July holiday ride!)