Mariposa 650B Touring
This bike was recently built using classic parts from the seventies. Many riders still prefer non indexed derailleurs and those used here are maybe the best of the friction type. The Mafac centre-pull brakes are very powerful and allow the fitting of wider tires and fenders. 650B wheels and tires have recently become popular again. These are built with classic Maxicar hubs and Super Champion rims. Neither component has been made for several years. This is a comfortable and lively touring bike in the classic tradition.
Specification
| Frame: | Mariposa, Columbus SP/SPX tubing, Rivendell lugs, vertical drop-outs, brazed-on brake bosses. |
| Fork: | Mariposa, Columbus blades, wide crown. |
| Headset: | FSA Duron. |
| Hubs: | Maxicar large flange. |
| Rims: | Super Champion model 58 650B. |
| Spokes: | DT Revolution stainless, 14G |
| Tires: | Michelin Axial. |
| Rear derailleur: | Simplex SLJ 5500 long cage. |
| Front derailleur: | Simplex SLJ triple. |
| Cassette: | Regina freewheel. |
| Controls: | Simplex ‘bar end controls. |
| Chain: | Regina |
| Crankset: | TA Cyclo-touriste triple. |
| Bottom bracket: | TA Pro Classic |
| Handlebar: | Nitto. Leather covered. |
| Stem: | 3TTT Synthesis. |
| Brakes: | Mafac Competition centre-pull on brazed on bosses. |
| Brake levers: | Mafac |
| Saddle: | Regal |
| Pedals: | Campagnolo SL. With Christophe clips and straps. |
| Seat post: | Kalloy |
| Rear carrier: | Mariposa style 3. |
| Front carrier: | Mariposa h’bar bag support. |
| Fenders: | Honjo with Mariposa custom stays. |
| Bottle cage: | TA chrome steel. |
| Pump: | Silca with Campagnolo adapter. Pump peg brazed on seat tube. |
| Finish: | Black. Mariposa decals, chrome stay and fork ends, top eyes and crown. |
| Lighting: | LightSpin generator, Lumotec headlight, fender mounted rear light. |
| Price: | $2,300.00 CAD (Frame and fork.) |
Canada, Toronto, ON M4B 3H6