The fourth iteration of my '58 Carlton Super Python, it's all non period as I wanted looks AND functionality plus brakes that actually stop you from 30mph without breaking into a sweat
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Red S non aero levers on ITM Europa bars, modern ITM embossed bar tape
NOS 90mm ITM stem,
NOS Fluted ITM post, unbranded Italian saddle
Sansin high flange hubbed wheels with 27" hookless 'clincher' rims, they'll hold about 75psi with my weight, much above that and they run the risk of the tyres popping off (the rear did at 90psi luckily I was testing it out just around the loop road around the estate
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Michelin Select 27 x 1
1/8 tyres
Regina 14-24 5 speed freewheel
Stronglight 99 BIS, 86mm BCD with 50/36 rings (you can have a super compact down to a 28 or even run it as a triple)
Shimano HG93 chain (though I do have a lovely stainless steel Sedis that might work its way on at some point)
Olimpic platform pedals with Christophe clips, Spanish made similar to Campag record and share the same clip style with a single longitudanal slot, these were fitted on Raleigh Record Sprints of the early 90s, one of the reasons I sought some out as I used them with huge success on my first 'proper' bike
mid 70s Dura Ace derailleurs
Suntour power shifters (band on)
Shimano A-550 long drop dual pivot brake calipers
AFA pump
Bottle cage clamps are old style with a felt lining to protect the paintwork.
This is an easy ride, the wheels are not ideal as the dropouts were widened before I bought it about 9 years ago so it actually takes 130mm modern wheels as well. I'm hoping to get some Campagnolo high flange hubs with the correct length axle so I can get some really nice handbuilts that I can ride this with some vigour.
Original chainset was a Williams with crazy big rings, something like 58/46 with a helical bottom bracket screw on threading