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first of all, you dont wanna lock your wheel in the winter, a drum brake is perfect for icy stuff. shimano hubs can be sourced that dont cost a bucket load, and the whole key is you dont need any wacky adaptors, new forks ect. remember hidden costs: installation, new cables, ect. a drum can be used in combo with existing brakes, ala a tandem