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What cranks are you using there? How is the chainline and Q factor?

Hmmm,

Doesn't look like you would be able to get the mudguard through (which was mentioned).

It's one of the major reasons I like the Brompton; it doesn't look stupid with the guards (unlike most bikes).

I hope this project hasn't gone quiet!

I'll bump it along with a mention of these brakes which apparently have been fitted to some bromptons, the TRP 925.
http://www.trpbrakes.com/category.php?productid=1031&catid=182

They look quite nice and are side pull, avoiding some of the problems of the Brompton original bottom pull or alternative top pull calipers. They also have long reach, especially the front model which is designed to sit behind the fork on a normal frame.

I suspect there are all of the usual problems with bolts / lengths / recessing... and I don't think they'll play nice with mudguards...

oh well... those Brompton calipers aren't so bad, are they now? ;-)

Any pics or blog entries of this being done?

Looking for a Rapha Mac. They are currently out of stock. They were out of stock for a while, then came back into stock, and then have sold out again.

Likelihood of them making another batch and selling them again?

Anyone with a second hand one (Large) they are looking to part with?

Not strictly a .Gif but fun all the same.

http://abowman.com/google-modules/fish/

So this cat has been around for a while.

Is this the same cat? Or is it simply a certain breed?

Sorry. Icebreaker for the win. Easily the best.

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The current bar is about 1.5 cm longer than the proposed black Nitto bar. It also has a 5Degree curve in it that the Nitto doesn't.

Both of these, including the bar ends, could impact on the fold.

Ok, SOOOooooo...

...looking at my Brompton again in the sun, I'm really starting to think that it will be impossible to match the colour with anything titanium. It's more of a golden green then a grey.

So that means that I think a Black seatpost and handlebar are in order.

For handlebars, I'm thinking this Nitto straightbar might be good.

http://www.essential-bikes.com/xtc_shop/images/product_images/popup_images/4578_0.jpg

I went down to Tokyo fixed yesterday and found that it was slightly shorter than the current bar. I'm not sure if that will work with the bar ends that I am considering (the fold may be problematic), so my ingenious plan is to buy the grips and then buy a piece of dowel to test the fold.

Here is the seatpost I'm looking at getting:
http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=541081_342980439131491_2073762197_n.jpg
http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=534474_342978852464983_288236203_n.jpg
http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=317120_342980529131482_142940272_n.jpg

Thoughts???

In other news I ordered the brass clamps yesterday; they should be here in 10 or so days. I also ordered the carbon fibre tape for my mudguards.

http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=ScreenShot2012-10-30at12103AM.png

http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=ScreenShot2012-10-30at12114AM.png

So I think that the seatpost could actually be a little too short. The current setup could probably be a little higher, and this one doesn't look any higher in comparison...

The colour is off a little too.

What does everyone else think?

So I got a reply from the Ebay Extended Post seller:

*Dear will.a.e,

Hi,

The titanium tubings are produced in the US, and welded and finished in Asia.

The length of the seatpost is 60cm from the bottom of the seatpost to the saddle rail clamp. See attached photo.

Please see attached photo comparing the finish of the Ti seatpost and the steel seatpost.

• mlyong-us*
  

http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomcutting/5260606012/

I suspect that that is an authentic Brompton seat post. Brompton have stopped making them, thus my searching and questions. I'll see what I can find on Ebay and other forums, and at least I've got a reference point for the colour if I go down the custom route.

Cheers

Which exactly?

Yw. Tbh i dont think any ti finish ive seeen will be a match to that frame. It could still look great but it will be hard to find a good matching tone.. Brushed will be brighter for sure even if its been left unbuffed for awhile. Id still think thats your best bet tho.

Your frame seem to have more of a brown/yellow tone vs titaniums greyish tone in various degrees. Perhaps thats just a photo illusion tho.

Hmm, that is a shame. The old Brompton Titanium posts had a blueish hue to them:
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/brompton/ti-standard-length-seat-pillar-ec007271
http://kleinanzeigen.ebay.de/anzeigen/s-anzeige/brompton-titan-titanium-sattelstuetze-seatpost/79629561-217-3124

This looks like a good picture to show the difference (this pic is actually on page 3 of this thread) (just about to send the owner a PM):
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomcutting/5260606012/

This is the closest I have seen to what I need without getting one custom made, but the colour is just wrong:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Titanium-Brompton-Seatpost-Extended-Length-/280984083155?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item416bf4dad3

Thanks for the tips Bjorn

Here is the colour I'm looking to get close too:
http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/

Also, it isn't a great picture, but you can see the contrast between the current seatpost and the frame here:
http://s342.photobucket.com/albums/o421/williameakin/Brompton/?action=view&current=IMG_9099.jpg

Cheers,

When I get the bar option sorted, I can (fairly) confidently get one of the shifters too.

As for the gripshift over the thumb shift, here is the other option:

http://www.freemanscycles.co.uk/sturmey-archer-3-speed-shifter-sls30-t3.html

EEI
12" wheels! HTFU Indeed!
Bromptons have 16" wheels. Or were you referencing something else?
Having never ridden a Brooks, I was concerned about the extra weight and the comfort when carrying it. Looking at the Swallow saddle though, it's about 150grams heavier than the current saddle; the same weight if I were to buy the titanium version...
Do I really need that kidney?

Hugo
Not a fan of the grips huh? :-) I dunno. Think they will look good fitted and be practical too.
The seatpost listed is indeed black. I could also get a shim and fit a carbon seatpost if someone makes one that is long enough
http://goods.ruten.com.tw/item/show?11090403870878
But I really think that I want a grey steel looking one, so a grey coloured titanium is probably the best option. That means that I'll need similarly coloured straightbar too...

As for the drivetrain, I'm just 'humming and harring' over the drivechain gearing. At the moment I have a +15% (54 tooth) chain wheel, 3 speed, which I find quite good. First gear is actually useful in this guise, middle is just under what I ride my Fixed Gear around London with and Top gear is great for flats and small declines. If I were to move to a hilly area (Sydney, Australia for example), I would probably go for the SA 8 Speed as the 3 speed there would probably get a bit tiresome. I'm also considering touring through Asia with it, although I am thinking that if I do do that, I might invest in a BikeFriday or a Airnimal. It's there for posterity as much as anything...

BlueQuinn, you sure it will work? When I was referencing the gripshift, I was wondering if it would work with the current IGH on the stock Brompton. Any ideas on that one?

Can't use carbon with the Ergon grips. Plus I reckon a black bar with steel grey everything else will look a bit weird.

Was in the Soho shop yesterday. No dice...

Missed it. I was outbid by some crazy. Wasn't willing to go higher without knowing the seller or having seen the item.

Cheers for finding it though...
Anyone else?

So I've scanned through this thread and it seems that there are a couple of custom titanium framebuilders in London or close by.

I'm not interested in a whole frame, but I am interested in a seatpost and straight bar for my new Brompton.

Do you think that any of the framebuilders would be interested in forging them?

My issue with the titanium option isn't just the cost, it's the aesthetic.
My knowledge of titanium parts is next to nothing. Does anyone know how/why/ease it is to get a specific shade of titanium? I've seen everything ranging from stainless steel in colour to what looks like a metallic blue sheen. That isn't just the photographer, is it?
I'd just go any buy an aftermarket Brompton extended seatpost off ebay (I've seen one just crop up for sale), but I'm concerned it will be too chrome like against the rest of the raw steel look of the bike, rather than the drab grey I would be hoping for.

Be interesting to hear some peoples opinions.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321001611557?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Thanks. Should have thought of that!

So at the moment, I'm deciding upon whether or not I should get a plain black seatpost and straightbar to match the wheels, or really go for it with the $ and get a titanium seatpost and straightbar.

My issue with the titanium option isn't just the cost, it's the aesthetic.
My knowledge of titanium parts is next to nothing. Does anyone know how/why/ease it is to get a specific shade of titanium? I've seen everything ranging from stainless steel in colour to what looks like a metallic blue sheen. That isn't just the photographer, is it?
I'd just go any buy an aftermarket Brompton extended seatpost off ebay (I've seen one just crop up for sale), but I'm concerned it will be too chrome like against the rest of the raw steel look of the bike, rather than the drab grey I would be hoping for.

So how difficult would it to be to get someone to make a 60-65cm seat post and straight bar in a low sheen titanium grey? Any ideas? Costs? 200 - 250 pounds? I'm going to post this on the titanium bike thread and see what people think.