Why track hubs in front?
06-13-13 | 11:57 AM
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Why track hubs in front?
Ok, noob question: why do most of the SS/FG bikes and wheelsets I see use track hubs on the front wheel? It seems like road hubs would be much lighter (and more convenient with the QR). Am I missing something?
06-13-13 | 12:48 PM
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yeah right like anyone actually rides their track bikes on the track
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06-13-13 | 01:46 PM
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Semi-on-topic:
Has anyone used the 5mm hex head nuts?
They look convenient (no need to carry a box wrench) but wonder if they have enough clamping force.
Has anyone used the 5mm hex head nuts?
They look convenient (no need to carry a box wrench) but wonder if they have enough clamping force.
06-13-13 | 02:02 PM
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06-13-13 | 02:06 PM
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06-13-13 | 02:49 PM
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06-13-13 | 03:18 PM
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Well, then a crackhead won't have an allen wrench to steal your road wheel if you use a nutted skewer.
06-13-13 | 05:31 PM
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06-13-13 | 05:32 PM
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5mm
Might slip on some hardened track ends.
06-14-13 | 02:03 AM
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06-14-13 | 06:38 AM
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If the crackhead looks in my seat bag, he will find the wrench, along with an assortment of allens and a few bux too. Of course i live in Cedar Rapids, folks still leave their car keys sitting on the car floor and i dont think anyone here actually knows what a deadbolt is for.
06-14-13 | 06:44 AM
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If the crackhead looks in my seat bag, he will find the wrench, along with an assortment of allens and a few bux too. Of course i live in Cedar Rapids, folks still leave their car keys sitting on the car floor and i dont think anyone here actually knows what a deadbolt is for.