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The traditional bottle cage is the stuff of legend. It works well but does not
cover the needs of all cyclists.
Perhaps you would like to carry a vacuum flask safely and
conveniently for those HOT or really COLD drinks? Or maybe you feel the need to
carry a large container up to 2 LITRES capacity? Cycle campers are often at a
loss as to where to keep their stove fuel bottle when traveling from site to
site.
Back in 1986 we thought about these requirements. The
result was BIKEBUDDY
the unique ADJUSTABLE bottle cage system.
BIKEBUDDY comes in three versions: MK1 for cycles without bottle cage
fittings, and the MK2 and MK3 for cycles, which do. They are all manufactured
entirely from stainless steel, so there is no fear of corrosion.
The MK1 is designed to fit the most popular tube size i.e. one and
one eight inches (28.5mm) diameter.
The MK2 screws directly to the frames
bottle cage fittings. Its central chassis contains a number of slots for
positioning
up
or down the tube.
The
MK3 is the latest in our range. Introduced in the spring of 2000, it has the
advantage of QUICK RELEASE (see illustration). This model is withdrawn from the
frame whilst still attached to the flask or bottle, leaving behind an
unobtrusive pair of location pegs, which are screwed, into the bottle cage
fittings, so you need only carry the MK3 when you want to. The location pegs
weigh less than 25 grammes and are available separately for fitting to your
other bikes, which will enable you to transfer your flask/bottle from one to
another at a modest cost. MK3 requires only 20mm of lateral and 10mm of
vertical movement to secure or remove
it. This is VERY useful for carrying a large container in a small frame.
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All three models adjust from 2.8 to
4.4 inches diameter (70 to 112mm), a range of 1.6 inches (40mm). Where leg room
is not a problem, BIKEBUDDY can be adjusted up to 6 inches (152mm) diameter by
substituting the standard springs for '200' series which are available as an
extra - very handy for carrying a small tent or rainwear.
It should come as no surprise that so
many UK cyclists have made BIKEBUDDY their preferred choice, be it for cycle
touring, cycle camping, commuting or off road. So whether you're planning a
cycle safari or just a family day out, think BIKEBUDDY.
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