Showing posts with label 1988. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1988. Show all posts
Odyssey Excalibur Cranks
EXCALIBUR ONE-PIECE CRANKS.
www.odysseybmx.com: Nearly everyone was riding one-piece cranks in the eighties, and the Excalibur had a reputation for being stronger than many of the other one-piece cranks that were on the market. Amazingly enough, production continued on the Excalibur through 2007, over twenty years after its initial introduction.
www.odysseybmx.com: Nearly everyone was riding one-piece cranks in the eighties, and the Excalibur had a reputation for being stronger than many of the other one-piece cranks that were on the market. Amazingly enough, production continued on the Excalibur through 2007, over twenty years after its initial introduction.
Redline Flight Cranks (3rd Generation)
The half-wrapped single-pinch Redline Flight™ Cranks are regarded as the third (3rd) generation Redline Flight™ Cranks by oldschool BMX collectors.
Half-Wrapped refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. Half-wrapped cranks have the spindle boss completely wrapped by the crank arm while the pedal boss is welded onto the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
Half-Wrapped refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. Half-wrapped cranks have the spindle boss completely wrapped by the crank arm while the pedal boss is welded onto the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
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Images sourced from BMX Museum.
MXR Sealed Hubs
"Here's a real success story - 16-year-old Brian MOses, not the fastes racer in the world but stoked on BMX and very innovative, decided to use his sources to make a precision hub. He made two pairs - one for himself and one for friend Danny Millwee. Thus, it got in the mags. Soon after, the demands started puring in from all over the country. Now, only a year later, Moses and MXR have sold many top quality hubs. Sure, they might be expensive, but they're worth it!" ~ BMX Action, May 1988.
Supposedly 100 sets of Pro Model hubs and 25 sets of Mini Model hubs were produced. In 1987/88 they retailed for $390 per set. The equivalent Hutch Magnesium hubs were retailing for $110 per set.
Supposedly 100 sets of Pro Model hubs and 25 sets of Mini Model hubs were produced. In 1987/88 they retailed for $390 per set. The equivalent Hutch Magnesium hubs were retailing for $110 per set.
ACS Tangent Brake Levers
The ACS Tangent Brake Levers came with hinged bar clamps, spring loaded adjusting pin and a brake lock button.
Factory Fitted
- 1988 Diamond Back Hot Streak
- 1988 Diamond Back Woody Itson Signature Strike Zone
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ACS Tangent Gripper Brakes
ACS U-brake - brazed on brakes
Factory Fitted:
Factory Fitted:
- 1988 Diamond Back Woody Itson Strike Zone
- 1988 Diamond Back Striker
- 1988 Diamond Back Striker Zone
- 1988 Diamond Back Hot Streak
- 1988 Diamond Back Silver Streak
ACS RL Edge Tires
The ACS RL Edge tire were 1.75's and they were rated at 100 psi. It was the highest pressure rating available at the time.
These tires were inspired and tested to its perfection by R.L. Osborn.
Factory Fitted
- 1988 RL Osborn Pro's
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ACS Rotor 55 Stem
ACS updated the ever popular Rotor 45 Stem and solved what became a problem with the ACS Rotor - The stem had to be raised considerably to allow the Rotor to operate correctly. The ACS Rotor 55 Stem had a Specially Angled Forged Aluminium Head position. This lowered the handlebars without losing the stem shaft height required to run the Rotor and aided responsiveness and control. The ACS Rotor 55 Stem also came with a built-in adjustable rear cable guide and a hollow chrome moly stem bolt.
Unfortunately, these also became famous for the hairline cracks that would appear in the clamp bolt holes where the stem slants downwards.
Unfortunately, these also became famous for the hairline cracks that would appear in the clamp bolt holes where the stem slants downwards.
Factory Fitted
- 1988 Diamond Back Strike Zone
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Advertisements
ACS Advanced Componentry advertisement from Freestylin' Magazine - July 1987.
Redline Tecmatic Bottom Bracket
Made by Redline and used a bearing which is not replaceable. Those original bearings may be re-greased but not replaced. The spindles were 28 TPI and came with no dimple, a single dimple and the sort-after double dimple.
Odyssey Gyro Detangler
Brian Scura designed the Odyssey GYRO and rakes in a commission of $1 per Gyro made.
Freestylin october 1986: THE GYRO WORTH THE WAIT. You've no doubt seen it advertised. Maybe you've even checked down at the local shop to see if they hadone. But you've probably never actually seen one ... until now. By the time you read this, you should be able to pick up an Odyssey Gyro at your fave shop. Who's the mastermind behind the new spinning system? None other than Brian Scura, inventor of many novelties and amusing devices. Gyro cost? Nineteen gringo dollars(cheap). Colors? Obviously you're gonna find at least ONE that'll match your bike ... choose from white, black, blue, red, lavender; orange, green, pink, or gray. How does it work? Excellent. It has a split-cable system that starts as one cable coming out of the brake lever, then separates into two cables about where your crossbar is, one going to each side of the Gyro. There're also two cables on the bottom of Gyro which form into one about halfway between the rear brakes and the stem. What this amounts to is SIX cables altogether, working to give you less side load and smoother spinning action on the Gyro itself. Of course, the cables are teflon-lined for a killer feel, plus there are SEVEN different places to adjust the Gyro, which means you can get 'em completely fine-tuned. Also, you might want to note that GT bought the first production shipment of Gyros, so it's pretty obvious where you'll be seeing a lot of them soon. One place you WON'T be seeing 'em is on Red Line RL-20-IIs, 'cause the wraparound twin top tube makes installation impossible. Whether or not Odyssey will make a new model to fit RL2O-lls hasn't been determined, but we'll keep you informed. Rip down to the shop and check a Gyro out-you'll like what you see.
www.odysseybmx.com: Originally invented by Brian Scura and still manufactured by Odyssey, the Gyro is one of the most important innovations in BMX history. It's indifference to stems and headsets meant that it was the only detangler that made the transition to 1-1/8" threadless, and it is still a product that's in widespread use today. The current Gyro G3 has received changes to its cables and bearing unit over the years, and our top-of-the-line Gyro GTX-R may not look like the original, but the basic detangling cable function for all of our Gyros is still the same. The Gyro truly helped to set Odyssey apart, and it also established our reputation for following through with the development of original designs.
Freestylin october 1986: THE GYRO WORTH THE WAIT. You've no doubt seen it advertised. Maybe you've even checked down at the local shop to see if they hadone. But you've probably never actually seen one ... until now. By the time you read this, you should be able to pick up an Odyssey Gyro at your fave shop. Who's the mastermind behind the new spinning system? None other than Brian Scura, inventor of many novelties and amusing devices. Gyro cost? Nineteen gringo dollars(cheap). Colors? Obviously you're gonna find at least ONE that'll match your bike ... choose from white, black, blue, red, lavender; orange, green, pink, or gray. How does it work? Excellent. It has a split-cable system that starts as one cable coming out of the brake lever, then separates into two cables about where your crossbar is, one going to each side of the Gyro. There're also two cables on the bottom of Gyro which form into one about halfway between the rear brakes and the stem. What this amounts to is SIX cables altogether, working to give you less side load and smoother spinning action on the Gyro itself. Of course, the cables are teflon-lined for a killer feel, plus there are SEVEN different places to adjust the Gyro, which means you can get 'em completely fine-tuned. Also, you might want to note that GT bought the first production shipment of Gyros, so it's pretty obvious where you'll be seeing a lot of them soon. One place you WON'T be seeing 'em is on Red Line RL-20-IIs, 'cause the wraparound twin top tube makes installation impossible. Whether or not Odyssey will make a new model to fit RL2O-lls hasn't been determined, but we'll keep you informed. Rip down to the shop and check a Gyro out-you'll like what you see.
www.odysseybmx.com: Originally invented by Brian Scura and still manufactured by Odyssey, the Gyro is one of the most important innovations in BMX history. It's indifference to stems and headsets meant that it was the only detangler that made the transition to 1-1/8" threadless, and it is still a product that's in widespread use today. The current Gyro G3 has received changes to its cables and bearing unit over the years, and our top-of-the-line Gyro GTX-R may not look like the original, but the basic detangling cable function for all of our Gyros is still the same. The Gyro truly helped to set Odyssey apart, and it also established our reputation for following through with the development of original designs.
Odyssey Slic Kable Brake Cable
This is the original Odyssey Slic Kable brake cable was launched in 1986. It is still the standard go-to brake cable because it has proven to be simple and reliable, year after year. The Slic liner and flattened outer surface of its inner wire keeps the cable running smooth and the choice to use the brake lever lug end or the Gyro lug end makes this cable adaptable to every brake set-up.
Odyssey still produce Slic Kable brake cables today.
Odyssey still produce Slic Kable brake cables today.
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GT Chainring Bolts
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Redline Forklifter Bars
According to the Redline Timeline, the Forklifter Handlebars were released on January 1st 1984.
"Redline introduces the Forklifter system; still one of the cleanest and most precision chromoly handlebars ever created. The 4-piece bar featured capped/curved ends and welded-on numberplate tabs, to fit the pre-formed Forklifter plate."
"Redline introduces the Forklifter system; still one of the cleanest and most precision chromoly handlebars ever created. The 4-piece bar featured capped/curved ends and welded-on numberplate tabs, to fit the pre-formed Forklifter plate."
A'me Tri (Upper Case Bubble Font) Grips
The second version of the A'ME Tri grips still maintained the bubble font appearance but the letters were in all upper case. The early 80's A'ME Tri's had a single embossed logo. The later versions had the logo embossed twice on the flange, 180 degrees apart.
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Redline Flight "401" Series Cranks
The full-wrapped single-pinch Redline Flight™ 401 Series Cranks are regarded as the second (2nd) generation Redline Flight™ Cranks by oldschool BMX collectors. These are the most sort-after cranks for any 80's build.
Full-Wrapped refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. Full-wrapped cranks have both the spindle boss and pedal boss completely wrapped by the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
According to the Redline History, 401 Series cranks were offered in White on February 1st 1985.
Full-Wrapped refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. Full-wrapped cranks have both the spindle boss and pedal boss completely wrapped by the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
According to the Redline History, 401 Series cranks were offered in White on February 1st 1985.
Terrycable Brake Cable
Terrycable begun as a aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories manufacturer. In 1980 they entered the BMX industry modifying a motorcycle cable for BMX use.
Terrycable brake cables are still manufactured today.
Terrycable brake cables are still manufactured today.
Timeline
- August 1980 - Terrycable new product review featured in BMX Plus!
- August 1980 - Terrycable advertisement featured in BMX Plus!
- August 1983 - Terrycable advertisement featured in BMX Plus!
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Product Reviews
New product review from BMX Plus in August 1980
Advertisements
Found in BMX Plus in August 1980.
Found in BMX Plus in January 1983.
Mitsuboshi Competition III Tires
"The Competition 3 tire has been the most talked about item on the raceing scen since the first samples laid tracks on U.S. soil. They've completely redesigned the treat design and appear to be using slightly different compound. The Comp 3 actually bites into the dirt with more force than a regular tire because the lugs are taller, better spaced and have vice like edges on them." ~ Tire Comparison Review by Bob Hadley in BMX Plus!, March 1981.
The Mitsuboshi Competiton III skinwall tire is manufactured in Japan and is available as a 20 x 1.75" or 20 x 2.125". Most racers used these in a "fat-skinny" combination.
The Mitsuboshi Competiton III skinwall tire is manufactured in Japan and is available as a 20 x 1.75" or 20 x 2.125". Most racers used these in a "fat-skinny" combination.
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BMX Plus! Tire Comparison
Ten brands and 24 different models of tires were reviewed and compared in the story by Bob Hadley. The Mitsuboshi Competition III Skinwall Tire was included in this comparison. More information can be found at the BMX Society Post - TIRE Comparison 1981 (various brands).March 1981
Dia-Compe Brake Cable
Dia Compe brake cables were produced with a date stamp on the cable housing from 1979 until 1992. Collectors like to match the date stamp of the brake cable, calliper and lever to the year that the BMX was manufactured.
Dia Compe brake cables are still produced to this day, however they are only stamped with "DIA-COMPE" and do not contain a date.
Dia Compe brake cables are still produced to this day, however they are only stamped with "DIA-COMPE" and do not contain a date.
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