Monthly Archives: December 2009

Origin8 Classique Saddlebag

By Kevin | Published: December 18, 2009

An inexpensive alternative to a classic canvas saddlebag. Has the same dimensions as the “large” bag from a certain English manufacturer, but made in China from 600D polyester, rather than cotton duck. This makes for a lighter and less rugged bag. Has leather straps that are a little bit thinner than standard, [...]

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Shimano UN54 Cartridge Bottom Brackets Relative Chainline

By Kevin | Published: December 15, 2009

Here are some measurements I took from some of the square taper cartridge bottom brackets we carry. The drive side length is measured from the edge of the bottom bracket shell to the very end of the spindle. These measurements should be good enough relative to each other for chainline adjustment, but I [...]