In a way, it almost seems oxymoronic to call drilling things out in order to save weight "overkill". Then again, can we call it "underkill"?
We've all seen examples of bikes, usually from the 1970's or early '80's, with more even more holes drilled into the parts than you'll find pierced on all of the bodies of Bushwick hipsters (or wannabes). And it almost seems pointless to drill out some components--like the Huret Jubilee derailleur--that are already feather-light.
Still, I admit that the drillings make for some interesting effects, as on the cage of this Simplex Super LJ rear derailleur:
To my eyes, the holes are almost like gemstones and make the derailleur more "blingy".
It's in pristine condition, according to its eBay listing--and can be yours for $850.
We've all seen examples of bikes, usually from the 1970's or early '80's, with more even more holes drilled into the parts than you'll find pierced on all of the bodies of Bushwick hipsters (or wannabes). And it almost seems pointless to drill out some components--like the Huret Jubilee derailleur--that are already feather-light.
Still, I admit that the drillings make for some interesting effects, as on the cage of this Simplex Super LJ rear derailleur:
To my eyes, the holes are almost like gemstones and make the derailleur more "blingy".
It's in pristine condition, according to its eBay listing--and can be yours for $850.
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