Campagnolo 1989 Advertisement — You Always Win with Centaur!

[A large black-and-white photograph of the Centaur group parts laid out on a black glossy surface, including cranks, hubs, pedals, levers, derailleurs and brakes. Smaller photographs show a brake caliper, three rear derailleurs and four pedals with toe clips.]
You always win withCENTAUR®!
A VERSATILE REAR DERAILLEUR
Geometrically it is an inclined parallelogram, extremely flexible in its ability to meet the demanding requirements of bicycles on all types of terrain.
Efficient shifting becomes even more precise due to the ability to adjust not only the cage spring, but also the tension of a third spring located in the upper body.
This adjustment allows efficient chain take-up when using special chainwheel-sprocket combinations.
The adjusting screws are held in place with special springs that ensure precise adjustment especially over rough terrain.
The derrailleur is available in three versions: Long cage plate (LG), medium cage plate (MD), and short cage plate (SM).
The last of these being suitable for those who want to take on tough competitive action, in the Campagnolo tradition.
POWERFUL AND PROGRESSIVE BRAKING
CENTAUR braking is not only very powerful, connected to the lever arm of the U-type brakes, and particularly smooth, but it is also extremely reliable, thanks to the typical Monoplaner geometry, a Campagnolo feature.
The lever arms practically work on the same plane, reducing the vibration transmitted to the wheel.
Three versions of control levers are available: BIOFITTING, standard and COMPACT.
The third of these is suitable not only for top racing bicycles but is also recommended for bikes used in cities, where traffic conditions do not permit the use of wide handlebars.
UNBEATABLE SUPPORT: CENTAUR PEDALS
Two models of pedals are available: Large (LG) and compact (SM). In both cases the foot maintains a very solid hold, thanks to the two different tooth profiles which grip the shoe. In both cases toe clips and straps can be fitted.
HIGH PROTECTION FROM THE ELEMENTS
The Campagnolo pedal axle and the traditional bearings with adjustable cones are protected not only by an O-ring but with the addition of a low-maintenance double-lipped seal.
YOU ALWAYS WIN WITH CENTAUR
Even when the race does not come out the way you hoped, you are still a winner with CENTAUR: you win with the pleasure of using a reliable group with its unmistakable charisma, you win with the possibility of appreciating its quality day by day as time passes.
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