Originally Posted by TimArchy
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/sovos.html
so...I know these are discount hubs and all, but just how crappy are they? I've been wanting to fix a redline monocog and this is the only fixed hub I've found with the required 110mm spacing. If any of ya'll have had experiences with them, how long will they last under city commuting conditions (potholes, jumping curbs, ect...)? At $30 they're cheap as hell, so if they break in 2 months, I won't be out a whole lot.
What do the great gods of the fixed/SS forum decree...
Tim
The Redline is a steel frame, correct? If thats the case, you could simply spread the stays a bit, either just pulling em apart while installing the wheel or having it cold set. Going from 110 to ~116 for the Suzue basic isn't that much. I spread the arse end of my Peugeot when it went singlespeed, ~125 to ~130.
Alternatively, you might be able to reduce the spacer sizing on the Suzue, which is what the black do-hickeys are.....I think
http://www.businesscycles.com/graphi...ue_sil-sp1.jpg
You should get a decent set of real track nuts if you go with the Suzue's. The included nuts are a pain.