Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Colorado Springs, CO
Bikes: 2015 Charge Plug, 2007 Dahon Boardwalk, 1997 Specialized Rockhopper, 1984 Nishiki International, 2006 Felt F65, 1989 Dahon Getaway V
I repacked the bearings on my rear hub last year and that made a huge difference. Perhaps your old hub was in need of maintenance? (although that doesn't explain the spoke issue)