Tiny Mariposa

The Tiny Mariposa

Occasionally we are asked to build very unusual bikes. This is the smallest bike that we have built.

17 inch wheels, 'bar-end' controls.

17" wheels, 'bar-end' controls.

The tiny Mariposa next to Mike's Mountain Bike

The tiny Mariposa next to Mike's "Mountain Bike"

Top-eye detail

Top-eye detail

TA cranks shortened to 125 mm. 38/26 chainrings. Miniature bottle and
cage and pump.

TA cranks shortened to 125 mm. 38/26 chainrings. Miniature bottle and cage and pump.

 

 

 

The tiny Mariposa next to Michael Barry's first mariposa (age 6)

The tiny Mariposa next to Michael Barry's first Mariposa (age 6)

Specification

Frame:Mariposa, Columbus & Reynolds tubing
Fork:Mariposa, Reynolds 531 round blades, double plate crown.
Headset:Tange Levin
Hubs:Shimano 105 front, Capreo rear
Rims:Moulton 17"
Spokes:DT 14G stainless. 18 front, 24 rear
Tires:Alex Moulton 17"
Rear derailleur:Shimano Capreo
Front derailleur: Shimano 105
Cassette:Shimano Capreo, 9-26, 9 speed
Controls:Shimano Dura ace 'bar-end'
Chain:Sram
Crankset:TA Cyclo-Touriste, double, 38/26, Cranks shortened to 125 mm
Bottom bracket:TA Pro Classic
Handlebar:Junior racing
Stem:SR
Brakes:Shimano 105 with Mafac junior levers
Saddle:Nylon junior racing
Pedals:Wellgo track
Seat post:Kalloy
Bottle cage:ALE junior
Pump:Silca Mini
Finish:Yellow pearl. Chrome crown, top eyes and front and rear ends.

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