Handlebars, Hubs, Rims, Fenders and Bike Stands
(Scroll down for hubs, rims, fenders and bike stands)
Grand Bois Handlebars
Clamp Diameter: 25.4 mm
Inside
diameter at ends: 22 mm
Outside diameter at ends: 23.8 mme
All Grand Bois handlebars fit "road" brake levers, grips and shifters
All measurements center-center
All Grand Bois handlebars are made in Japan by Nitto to Nitto's "superlight" specifications. Polished aluminum (silver) finish.
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Randonneur
A copy of the 1940s AVA "Randonneur," the favorite bars of many long-distance riders. The subtle bends support the curvature of your palms perfectly when holding onto the ramps (behind the brake levers). Generous shape in all dimensions allows moving your hands on long rides. (It's a difficult shape to bend, hence the high price.)
Drops: 410 mm wide
Ramps: 385 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Rise: 20 mm
Reach: 110 mm
Drop: 125 mm
Weight: 317 g
$89
Maes (1970s)
A copy of the 1970s Philippe "Professionel," used by many racers when races were longer and tougher than today. Extra-long reach provides plenty of room on the ramps. Generous shape in all dimensions allows moving your hands on long rides.
Drops: 420 mm wide
Ramps: 380 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Reach: 115 mm
Drop: 130 mm
Weight: 315 g
$76
Maes (Parallel)
A copy of the 1950s Philippe "Professionel." Ramps and lower ends are parallel, which makes for a very elegant handlebar and provides very flat ramps for long-distance comfort, but there is less room for your wrists when throwing the bike in sprints.
Drops: 420 mm wide
Ramps: 380 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Reach: 115 mm
Drop: 125 mm
Weight: 315 g
$76
Elysées
An elegant, slightly curved swept-back bar. Named after the "Champs Elysées" city bike by French constructeur René Herse.
Ends: 470 mm wide
Front of grips: ca. 410 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Rise/Drop: 17 mm (bars can be turned around)
Weight: 216 g
$52
Grand Bois Hubs
Note: The cassette bodies are made from aluminum, and should be used with high-end cassettes that have a carrier hub for all but the smallest three cogs.
Sealed-bearing cassette hubs. Choice of cassettes compatible with Shimano (8-, 9- and 10-speed) or Campagnolo (10-speed). 130 mm rear spacing. 32 or 36 holes. Made in Taiwan.
Weight:
110 g (front w/o quick release)
264 g (rear w/o quick release)
66 g (front quick release)
$210 (set)
$150 (rear)
$68 (front)
Grand Bois Rims
New Model! Modern, strong, single-box ("double-wall") construction, polished aluminum. 23 mm wide, stainless steel eyelets, hook bead. Lightweight and strong. Made in Taiwan.
700C: 32 and 36 holes, weight: 520 g, ERD: 607 mm.
650B: 32 and 36 holes, weight: 488 g, ERD: 568 mm.
$89
Scroll down for discount when ordering 4 or more
Mavic MA-2 Rims
A classic, long out of production. Perfect for restorations or modern 8-, 9-, 10-speed wheels. New old stock, available while supplies last. Made in France.
700C: 36 holes, weight: 470 g, width: 20.5 mm
$95 – Sorry, sold out!
Rim Tape
Self-adhesive cotton rim tape, 1 mm thick to prevent spoke nipples from chafing through, and 10 mm wide, just right for the first-generation Grand Bois rims. (For current-model Grand Bois rims, use standard Velox rim tape). Made in Japan.
Fenders for 650B x 42 mm tires
Made by Honjo in Japan in small quantities with special tooling for the large size, hence the high cost. Long front fender for full coverage:
• Front fender: 95 cm long, covers approx. 145° of front wheel
• Rear fender: 130 cm long, covers approx. 200° of rear wheel
All fenders include everything you need to mount to a frame designed for fenders:
• 2 fenders
• 2 stays
• 4 eyebolts (Daruma) to attach fenders to stays
• 1 eyebolt (Daruma) to attach fender to fork crown
• choice of attachment of stay to frame eyelet:
- 4 P-clamps (for threaded eyelets)
- 4 eyebolts (for threadless eyelets)
• Sorry, no sliding brackets, etc., available to mount these fenders to bikes without threaded bridges.
Fluted shape, 58 mm wide
$ 139
Made specially for Grand Bois. These fenders went through many prototypes to get the hammered shape just right. Gorgeous!
Hammered shape, 58 mm wide
$ 149
Smooth shape, 64 mm wide
$ 125
Nitto bike stand
Made by Nitto in small quantities. Fillet-brazed and plated like a Nitto rack. Holds the bike securely without scratching, and stays attached when you lift and carry the bike. Ideal for bike shows.
Does not work with wingnuts, nor with quick releases that have a "D" ring on the nut (Campagnolo Nuovo Record and similar). Does not fold.
Hard to find, limited supply. U.S. shipping only. Made in Japan.
$ 89
Check out our other components:
• Tires
Quantity Discounts:
- 4 or more Grand Bois tires, handlebars or rims (any model): deduct $5 each.
Shipping:
- Handlebars: Add $11 per order for U.S. shipping (Canada: $16; International: $ 20).
- Fenders/rims/bike stands: Add $15 per order for U.S. shipping (Canada: $25; International: $ 45)
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Bicycle Quarterly
2116 Western Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
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