Showing posts with label 1989. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1989. Show all posts
Redline Flight Cranks (4th Generation)
The no-wrap single-pinch Redline Flight™ Cranks are regarded as the forth (4th) generation Redline Flight™ Cranks by oldschool BMX collectors.
No-Wrap refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. No-Wrap cranks have the pedal and spindle bosses welded onto the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
No-Wrap refers to how the pedal and spindle bosses are connected to the crank arm. No-Wrap cranks have the pedal and spindle bosses welded onto the crank arm. Single-Pinch refers to there being a single pinch bolt securing the spindle boss to the spindle.
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.
Images
Images sourced from BMX Museum.
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."
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.
Timeline
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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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Scott Mathauser Block Brake Pads
Timeline
- March 1979 - The Scott Mathauser Brake Block Pads are reviewed in the New Product section of BMX Action.
- March 1979 to August 1979 - The Stop Better advertisement from Scott Mathauser Brake Pads is featured in BMX Action.
Product Reviews
Reviewed in BMX Action in March 1978
Advertisements
Featured in BMX Action from March 1979 to August 1979.
Skyway TUFF Wheel II Wheels
There were different versions of the Skyway TUFF Wheel II. They were available at the following dates.
- 1979 - Tuff Wheel II with a riveted flange and only the Patent Number stamped on the brake area. These were a very limited run.
- 1979 to 1982 - Tuff Wheel II with a riveted flange and full stamp on the brake area.
- 1984 to 1988 - Tuff Wheel II with a riveted flange and stamp on the spoke area.
- Black - 1979 to 1989
- Blue - 1979 to 1989
- Red - 1979 to 1989
- White - 1979 to 1989
- Yellow - 1979 to 1989
- Orange - 1985 to 1989
- Lavender - 1985 to 1989
- Green - 1985 to 1989
- Baby Blue - 1986 to 1989
- Grey - 1986 to 1989
- Pink - 1986 to 1989
Catalogues
1979 Skyway Catalogue.
1982 Skyway Catalogue.
Advertisements
Featured in BMX Action from August 1979.
Featured in BMX Action from November 1979.
Featured in BMX Plus! from August 1980.
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