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Old 01-16-07, 05:24 PM
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"My BS detector is beeping. Sources?"

My lazy dude with google sensor is firing

I think I mentioned the source. Couple cycled round the world on a tandem, build own frames, try google. There is currently a rohloff thread on the frame forum, and while there isn't doom and gloom stuff there, you can see re-enforcement for the very problem discussed and contrasting opinions. Keep in mind that even on the FF most of the designs are pretty hefty trail bikes, low hours big bits compared to expedition bikes. The point is the stock options are designed for deraileurs. so if you want to go this route to actually strengthen your bike you need to buy something with a track record like thorn or do some research on it. Because Rohloff on standard frame is not necesarilly an upgrade as far as drivetrain durabilty is concerned. But there is a flip side also. Some touring specific frames get low mileage. An ultimate tour like across the US or something may not be big mileage compared to a heavily used comuter, so getting relevant data is tough.
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