KinkyBike
08-11-09, 10:58 PM
Whats the diff between a freecoaster hub and a cassette hub?
Ive been wanting to buy new hubs btw.
Ive been wanting to buy new hubs btw.
BMX - Freecoaster hubs or Cassette...?
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eight pack
08-11-09, 11:02 PM
a free coaster i a hub that makes u not have to pedal in a fakie... watch this video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12I8iK12oqA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12I8iK12oqA
minichamp31
08-11-09, 11:15 PM
Most freecoasters use a clutch system for engagement. And yes, you don't have to pedal while riding fakie.
A cassette uses pawls and springs.
A cassette uses pawls and springs.
FuzzyRyder
08-12-09, 01:13 AM
don't buy a freecoaster unless you learn how to maintain it.
KinkyBike
08-12-09, 06:35 PM
how hard is it to mantain?like lubrication?
minichamp31
08-12-09, 09:56 PM
You have to take apart the driver every few weeks or so to clean it and re-grease/lube it.
KinkyBike
08-13-09, 04:40 PM
oh..ok thanks.