Grand Bois Handlebars

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Clamp Diameter: 25.4 mm; all measurements center-center

All Grand Bois handlebars are made in Japan by Nitto to Nitto's "superlight" specifications. Silver polished 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

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Maes

A copy of the 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: 420/400 mm wide
Ramps: 360/380 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Reach: 115 mm
Drop: 130 mm
Weight: 315 g

$76

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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)
Weight: 216 g

$52

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Belleri Randonneur

Not made by Grand Bois, but a true French classic. The shape is not quite as sublime as the Grand Bois, but offers a very long reach for comfort. Stem clamp diameter 25.0 mm, but easy to shim to 25.4 or 26.0 mm. No logos. New old stock, available while supplies last. Made in France.

Drops: 410 mm wide
Ramps: 390 mm wide (bars flare outward)
Rise: 13 mm
Reach: 125 mm
Drop: 135 mm
Weight: ca. 330 g

$49

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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 10-speed cassette hubs. Choice of Shimano- or Campagnolo-compatible cassette. 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)

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Grand Bois Rims

Modeled after the classic Super Champion M58 rims, these polished silver rims have a traditional cross section. 23 mm wide, stainless steel eyelets, hook bead, polished aluminum. Made in Taiwan.

Note: This rim style may not work well with ultra-high spoke tensions as required by many modern, highly dished wheels (8-, 9-, 10-speed).

700C (out of stock): 32 and 36 holes, weight: 520 g, ERD: 612 mm

650B: 32 and 36 holes, weight: 500 g, ERD: 573 mm

$72 (scroll down for discount when ordering 4 or more)

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Mavic MA-2 Rims

A classic, long out of production. Today, no box-section, double-eyelet, polished silver rims are available. (Double eyelets distribute the spoke tension better than single eyelets, which is especially important for high spoke tensions used with modern high-dish wheels. Single-eyelet rims often crack around the spoke holes.) 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

$85 – 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 Grand Bois rims. Made in Japan.

$ 4/roll (available only with component purchase)

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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

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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

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Smooth shape, 64 mm wide

$ 125

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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

2 or more: $ 84 each

The Nitto bike stand holds the quick release lever securely in a special plastic cradle.

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Check out our other components:

• Tires

• Bottom Brackets

Quantity Discounts:

- 4 or more Grand Bois tires, handlebars or rims (any model), 2 or more Nitto Bike Stands: 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)

Send a check with your order to:

Bicycle Quarterly
c/o Elliott Bay Bicycles
2116 Western Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121

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