Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Onza Trials Freewheel

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NinetiesKid
08-22-10, 01:54 PM
Anyone had any contact with one of these bad boys? A search for Onza just revealed a few posts regaling the old days, but still nothing about a freewheel.

I can only find one here
http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=188_333_1126&products_id=6604

It has 60 teeth and 6 pawls, compared to the White Industries Trials freewheel with 72 teeth and 6 pawls. Just curious if they are any good, I'm not sure if those 12 extra teeth are worth the 25 extra dollars.

hairnet
08-22-10, 02:33 PM
which one is louder? get that
NinetiesKid
08-22-10, 02:44 PM
which one is louder? get that

The WI is known for its volume, dunno about the Onza though...

Moar teeeth = moar loud??

hairnet
08-22-10, 03:02 PM
well, more teeth=more clickity clack
Leukybear
08-22-10, 03:12 PM
which one is louder? get that

Speaking of this; why are the higher end freewheels so loud? Is it intentional or a side effect of the nicer internals?
hairnet
08-22-10, 03:17 PM
may just be the number of pawls, teeth, and grease viscosity, but I'm guessing.

at the same time, my Ultegra freehub is quiet and has become slightly more audible with time. I suppose the grease is breaking down and making it easier for the pawls to engage
NinetiesKid
08-22-10, 03:44 PM
Speaking of this; why are the higher end freewheels so loud? Is it intentional or a side effect of the nicer internals?

I presumed it was the number of pawls and teeth. When you coast there are more clicks per turn than a cheaper freewheel with fewer teeth and pawls.
Leukybear
08-22-10, 03:46 PM
at the same time, my Ultegra freehub is quiet and has become slightly more audible with time. I suppose the grease is breaking down and making it easier for the pawls to engage

That's what had me guessing too..... funny would you also happen to have the 6700 group?