Thread: Anyone using the Shimano Alfine 8-Speed Internal Hub
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Old 10-28-07 | 08:02 PM
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According to Shimano's press releases, exploded diagrams, interchange tables and parts lists, the Alfine is not the same internally as the Nexus 8. The Alfine allegedly contains extra needle bearings.

On all Shimano 8s, 5th gear is direct.

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