Which Shimano Dynohub?
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Which Shimano Dynohub?
So I have a choice between a Shimano XT/Ultegra DH3D72 or a Shimano Alfine DH-S501. I want the one that is best! But sadly cannot find any information as to which is better, the alfine is 2 euros more expensive.
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According the the Harris Cyclery site, the only difference is the DH-s501 says "Alfine" on it and has a black or silver finish.
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Looking at this again, I am still struggling to find any difference. Surely they can't be (bar any aesthetic differences) exactly the same?
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Thanks guys, looking at the tech docs that tsl provided it looks like the only thing is the internal assembly has a different model number! And the S501 looks like it has parts that are compatible with the 3D72 so I guess it does mean they are the same! Will probably go for the alfine as I want a black hub!
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Thanks again