Originally Posted by mander
Come on guys, is there a good reason? I'm interested because it was just brought to my attention that BikeForums'er jacobs builds rather nice track frames with optional 1010 style dropouts, and it sounds like such a no brainer that I'm having trouble seeing why this isn't the norm.
I do offer that option, but only for one reason:
Forward facing horizontal dropouts are a huge timesaver if you run a rear brake. The angle of the slot allows the wheel to move back and forth without adusting your brake pads.
Super short chainstays sometimes require a rear facing frame end, as it would otherwise be very difficult to get your wheel off. Rear facing ends allow the use of chain tensioners. Rear facing ends also keep your bike's geometry static, and not dependent upon gearing (if installed correctly, parallel to the ground, which they all are not). I'm sure that's all been mentioned.
Some people think they look classier as well. I sure love how a 1010B looks.
Mike Flanigan at ANT puts 1010 copys on a lot of his intended for single speed/fixed gear frames. In my opinion, they work absolutely perfectly with his aesthetics.
They both have their place.
Thanks for the mention!