Maintenance

Since I had the Orange Wonder out for a respray, it was time to clean up and repair or replace any worn parts.

The first thing I noticed was that the headset was starting to get pitted.  The crown race was pitted in various places around its surface.  Unfortunately, I did not look closely at the bits that were pressed into the frame.  I'm guessing that if the races are showing signs of pitting, then other parts that interface with the same bearings are probably showing wear as well.

I have few options for a new headset.

The advantage here is that the aesthetic of the bike won't change any more than it already is.  The finish looks nice and it would match the understated elegance that is Campagnolo Record Alloy!

Chris King quality!  What more can be said.  The blue is darker and doesn't seem to be the right shade.  Only comes in Sotto Voce so it's quite subdued.

Top-of-the-Line Cane Creek offering.  The color is almost a perfect match for the decals!  110 year warranty and it's not as garish as the King headset.  Plus, I like the lizard.







I think I'll go with the Cane Creek.

I've been scrubbing away at the alloy parts that will be going back on My Orange Bike and it sur edo look purdy!  There are a few scratches on the parts but that's to be expected from the use I've gotten out of the bike.

I had installed some side-load bottle cages but, after pitching a couple of nice water bottles, I'll be going back to something a bit more standard like these King cages:

I had a pair of Tacx Tao cages but the little tab broke off the bottom.  They look nice however: