Re: [CR]Corked steerer tube

(Example: Bike Shops:R.E.W. Reynolds)

Date: Fri, 13 May 2005 22:10:14 -0800
From: "Chuck Schmidt" <chuckschmidt@earthlink.net>
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: Re: [CR]Corked steerer tube
References: <000801c55821$e9b622c0$71bffea9@CharlesNighbor> <42856E06.2060203@sympatico.ca> <42856F67.1030702@sympatico.ca>


Warren I agree, corking the seatpost is a very good practice. I always hammer the cork into the top of the seat post (seat pin) and then cut it off flush. Looks too kewl!

Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, CA

Warren & Elizabeth wrote:
>
> Having read Chucks post, I must agree it doesn't
> sound like such a great idea for the
> steerer...except for the Suess approach. Just read
> the Butter Battle Book...classic.
>
> Warren in Toronto
>
> Warren & Elizabeth wrote:
>
> > CCM used to "cork" all of their seatposts...an excellent idea as it is
> > the largest portal for moisture to enter the frame. Similarly, I should
> > think a cork in the steerer prevents a lot of moisture from spraying up
> > from the front wheel.
> >
> > I don't think cork absorbs much moisture...go with it.
> >
> > Warren Young
> > Toronto