Should I get a new freewheel and track cog?
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Should I get a new freewheel and track cog?
I recently got the Dawes SST AL and the first thing I noticed was that the included freewheel and track cog are pieces of crap. The included freewheel isn't smooth and has 17t and the included track cog has 18t. I was thinking of going 48-16. Can people tell me if 48-16 is good and what brands make good freewheels and track cogs? I know that Phil Woods are good, but that is way out of my budget. My cogs are screw-ons. I also wanted to know how to find whether my cogs are 3/32" or 1/8". Thanks.
I accidentally posted this in the Road forum. Oops.
I accidentally posted this in the Road forum. Oops.
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48/16 isnt good, only 3 skid patches. Go either 46/17 or 48/17. For size check if it says on the cogs, if not maybe measure them. 3/32 look really thin though.
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Skid patches are on how many places you can skid on your wheel. The more patches, the longer it takes for your tire to wear out from skidding. With 3 prepare to spend money on tires often, if you skid.
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Gear calculator which gives skid patches: https://software.bareknucklebrigade.c...it.applet.html
The cog size? It's based on the number of teeth.
The cog size? It's based on the number of teeth.
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White Industries' ENO freewheels are the best freewheels on the market, expensive but very well made.
Shimano freewheels are pretty much standard, can't go wrong with them.
Many good track cogs, Dura Ace, Surly, EAI, Phil etc etc.
Shimano freewheels are pretty much standard, can't go wrong with them.
Many good track cogs, Dura Ace, Surly, EAI, Phil etc etc.
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I recommend Milwaukee cogs made in the USA. https://www.benscycle.net/index.php?m...d687f9ad1c990e
Their lockrings are great too.
48/16 is a bad street gear. Pick a combo that is 65-70 gear inches.
Their lockrings are great too.
48/16 is a bad street gear. Pick a combo that is 65-70 gear inches.
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There's no such thing as "bad" gearing or "good" gearing. It just depends what you're using it for. My winter bike is geared 40-18 while my fixed road bike is geared 52-15, but that's a bit high. Ride around on a derailer bike similar to your fixie, and see what gear you spend the most time in/feel the most comfortable with.
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I recommend Milwaukee cogs made in the USA. https://www.benscycle.net/index.php?m...d687f9ad1c990e
Their lockrings are great too.
48/16 is a bad street gear. Pick a combo that is 65-70 gear inches.
Their lockrings are great too.
48/16 is a bad street gear. Pick a combo that is 65-70 gear inches.
Also, 65-70 is too small! (at least for me). I can't see myself lowering below 80 gi
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i've always been in the mid to high 70s. it's best for me. low enough that i can handle any hill around. and it's much better for descending. you don't have to spin at lightning speeds.
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I ride 48/17 and its perfect for slight hills and riding around town. I'm not spinning like crazy on downhills, and it's comfortable. Seems to be the norm, and 76 gear inches is nice and easy, unlike the lunatic who rides 52/15.
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I'm about to pull the trigger on these 2. Is Bikesmiths a legit site?
https://thebikesmiths.com/j/index.php...mart&Itemid=59
https://thebikesmiths.com/j/index.php...mart&Itemid=59
https://thebikesmiths.com/j/index.php...mart&Itemid=59
https://thebikesmiths.com/j/index.php...mart&Itemid=59
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Nothing is wrong with the cog, and now that I think about it it probably doesnt matter too much.
Making the mistake of ordering a 1/8 cog for a 3/32 drivetrain would be a bit of a problem. Wouldnt want to order parts that didnt fit only to find out you just ordered the wrong size on accident
Making the mistake of ordering a 1/8 cog for a 3/32 drivetrain would be a bit of a problem. Wouldnt want to order parts that didnt fit only to find out you just ordered the wrong size on accident