Thread: Wheeling a folded Mezzo - how easy?
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Old 08-09-10 | 02:41 PM
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Jerrys88
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Originally Posted by mulleady
Why not modify the Brompton with a single 6 or 8 speed gear hub? I had an 8 speed Shimano Alfine put on mine and never looked back!

The Mezzo is a fine bike but why lose your Brommie? It folds and rolls well!
Mulleady - I'm very interested in this mod. I hope you don't mind a bunch of questions: Can I achieve a gear range between low 20's (and I mean NEAR 20) and 80's? How hard is it to install the Shimano Alfine on the Brompton? Does it require any frame modifications? Is it a do-it-yourself job, or something an experienced bike mechanic needs to do? Is there only one 8 speed Shimano Alfine hub, or do I need to buy a specific model (if so, which one?)? I assume it works with the derailleur my Brompton came with, yes?
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