Vintage MTB build help
01-26-07, 04:31 AM
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Vintage MTB build help
I have an old Specialized Rockhopper Comp I want to upgrade. The bike needs new wheels. Seeing as it has 130mm spacing, can I build some new wheels with Ultegra hubs to make it a 9 speed? I really don't want to respace the frame. Lots of cyclocross racers use Ultegra hubs, so they must be durable. Anyone ever try this?
Cross posted in the MTB forum.
Tim
Cross posted in the MTB forum.
Tim
01-26-07, 08:44 AM
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Yes, but it rarely leaves the pavement.
They say that the mountain hubs are sealed better. I used an Ultegra RD, too.
They say that the mountain hubs are sealed better. I used an Ultegra RD, too.
01-27-07, 02:11 AM
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I raced Ultegra hub wheels on a mountain bike for 5 years and they held up just fine. Weight weenies are known to do it to save a few grams.
