Sturmey Archer S3X Fixed Gear Hub Availability?
02-20-09, 05:35 PM
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^ I might do this as well, but mostly just in case there is a rush to buy them and they sell out. I guess doing that may be what causes them to sell out, so I may be part of that problem if it occurs.
02-23-09, 11:40 PM
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I just saw a link to the very high resolution shots of the updated pictures. You can get a better look at the beauty of this hub fully assembled and the threads on the spline in the second image.
The first is my desktop background image right now.
The first is my desktop background image right now.
02-24-09, 10:40 AM
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^ I don't believe that there are any pre-orders going on. When it is released and picked up by the distributors, you'll be able to order it from your LBS.
02-25-09, 05:11 AM
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I asked my lbs to contact the Aussie distributor who didn't even know what we were talking about. I can see myself ordering from OS (again - the local bike industry doesn't give a **** if you aren't a racer wannabe).
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03-19-09, 06:49 PM
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03-27-09, 12:22 AM
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The link to the new 2009-2010 S-A catalog has been posted to the S-A blog:
https://sunrace-sturmeyarcher.blogspo...og-is-now.html
It's got some neat photos and specs of the S3X.
https://sunrace-sturmeyarcher.blogspo...og-is-now.html
It's got some neat photos and specs of the S3X.
03-27-09, 12:44 AM
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Originally Posted by SA
Aluminum thumb shifter for bar end, flat bar, or seat post mount.
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^ It's not going to be. The actual shifter is the same and it just uses a different pod or interface to connect to the bike.
03-27-09, 12:55 AM
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The link to the new 2009-2010 S-A catalog has been posted to the S-A blog:
https://sunrace-sturmeyarcher.blogspo...og-is-now.html
It's got some neat photos and specs of the S3X.
https://sunrace-sturmeyarcher.blogspo...og-is-now.html
It's got some neat photos and specs of the S3X.
Hopefully someone can get firm prices for these hubs soon...
03-27-09, 09:55 AM
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^ I will let you know if I see them show up in our distributors' databases.
I'm also curious as to why cogs in 1/8" are offered in 12-18t while 3/32" cogs are only offered in 12 and 13 teeth. This doesn't really affect me, however, as I'm going to be using a 3/32" Surly cog anyways.
I'm also curious as to why cogs in 1/8" are offered in 12-18t while 3/32" cogs are only offered in 12 and 13 teeth. This doesn't really affect me, however, as I'm going to be using a 3/32" Surly cog anyways.
03-27-09, 01:04 PM
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^ I will let you know if I see them show up in our distributors' databases.
I'm also curious as to why cogs in 1/8" are offered in 12-18t while 3/32" cogs are only offered in 12 and 13 teeth. This doesn't really affect me, however, as I'm going to be using a 3/32" Surly cog anyways.
I'm also curious as to why cogs in 1/8" are offered in 12-18t while 3/32" cogs are only offered in 12 and 13 teeth. This doesn't really affect me, however, as I'm going to be using a 3/32" Surly cog anyways.
03-27-09, 02:59 PM
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Cool. I'll order the matching thimble lever to operate it with my North Road bar. All the other parts are standard so you can use what you already have. I do have a 165 mm crank on my Raleigh Twenty. I have been waiting a long time for a fixed gear hub. The only regret all of us have is Sheldon Brown isn't around to see this happen. Its finally here!
05-07-09, 12:42 PM
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Just called Sturmey Archer about availability. They informed me they had to retool a major part of the hub which has delayed its release. They had no idea when it would be available...
05-07-09, 01:43 PM
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I have already booked complete bikes {KILO S3X}
and wheelsets for as soon as they release the hub. I certainly want to be early in the offering of this interesting item.
Also ordering Fantom Cross UNO with Nexus-8 as soon as dropbar road shifter/brake lever is available with Nexus detent spacing.
I like internal hubs
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05-08-09, 12:39 PM
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We hear that it is still at least a month for ur sample.
I have already booked complete bikes {KILO S3X}
and wheelsets for as soon as they release the hub. I certainly want to be early in the offering of this interesting item.
Also ordering Fantom Cross UNO with Nexus-8 as soon as dropbar road shifter/brake lever is available with Nexus detent spacing.
I like internal hubs
I have already booked complete bikes {KILO S3X}
and wheelsets for as soon as they release the hub. I certainly want to be early in the offering of this interesting item.
Also ordering Fantom Cross UNO with Nexus-8 as soon as dropbar road shifter/brake lever is available with Nexus detent spacing.
I like internal hubs
06-25-09, 09:23 PM
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Any updates? Guess I'll keep cranking along with my 5 speed freewheel until this baby comes out...
06-25-09, 11:29 PM
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its an exciting idea, but the lack of product has made me lose interest. at this point, ill believe it when i see it, and i hope i do!
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06-25-09, 11:36 PM
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I have a build waiting for this to be released.
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06-26-09, 12:07 AM
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I have a frame waiting for one of these hubs too, just going to take several years for it to arrive. Dario has a few frames to build before he gets to mine!
06-26-09, 12:26 AM
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Jesus, I never saw this thread until now. This looks ridiculously cool!