Ironically, I have an XT rear hub that I just found in my basement. I think it
is an 8sp, used maybe, but maybe just shop worn. I don't remember where I got
it. Hub reads FH - M730. Available for said song.
Snow predicted for the brown plains of Nebraska
david blessing
M730 is quite old. Like 1987. Should be 6 speed, non-hyperglide.
Measure the O.L.D. and check the freehub splines. An M730 should be
130mm, but might even be 126mm, but almost certainly won't fit on most
current Riv's (which are almost all 135mm). A non-hyperglide freehub
body will have one
The SKF BBs sure seem good: http://www.compasscycle.com/SKFbb.html
On Thu, Nov 11, 2010 at 9:49 AM, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote:
I rode cup and cone hubs for 30 years and know that a good set is
relatively easy to maintain and with regular overhauls will last a
very, very long time.
Thanks. No, I actually hadn't and I am glad you pointed it out.
But after thinking about it I am not sure that I'll ride in the dark
enough to make it worthwhile (either in terms of initial cost or
hassle + cost of maintenance). It is kind of a hard trade off to make
these days because LED lights
I think my BB options may be a bit constrained because I am looking
for a longer (non-standard) crank. I'll check. My front gear options
aren't huge if I stay away from custom.
Jay has suggested 180mm for me. As with everything else we are
discussing, I don't have any experience to use as the
David Congrats
I hope to be joining the RBW ranks with an AMOS when they become
available. I don't have personal experience with PW hubs but my
neighbor has a rear wheel built with a PW and loves it. Depending on
your terrain you could opt for the Phil Wood Freewheel hubs from Riv
over the
On Nov 8, 11:31 pm, E.B. ebko...@gmail.com wrote:
But the biggest reason I think a Phil hub would be worth your
consideration is the option of building a 40-spoke rear wheel. At 250-
lbs with the intention of some unpaved riding, this would be
reassuring. I don't see 40-hole hubs or rims
On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 10:02 AM, kuma dianevar...@rocketmail.com wrote:
On Nov 8, 11:31 pm, E.B. ebko...@gmail.com wrote:
But the biggest reason I think a Phil hub would be worth your
consideration is the option of building a 40-spoke rear wheel. At 250-
lbs with the intention of some
Although I have a Phil hub on my Bomba, (and Hadleys on my MTB), I
believe that $ for $ the XTs could perhaps be the best hubs ever...
I've owned several sets of XTs and they've never let me down, they
roll really well and they last a long time. (I actually have a set of
early vintage 36-hole XT
On Nov 9, 11:45 am, John Speare johnspe...@gmail.com wrote:
I'm also partial to shimano - easy to service and good enough. But be wary
of the latest XT hubs... they use an aluminum axel that likes to strip out.
And since it's aluminum, they increased the diameter to make up strength.
And
Congrats on your order. Save up for a 68cm diagonal Bombadil as
well! One Riv is not enough.
Phil hubs are definitely worth it. They are US made, by one of the
most respected names in cycling history. If you can afford them, your
Hilsen will deserve them.
On Nov 8, 2:16 pm, dhk42
Yes, one is not enough! I think going with an AHH is the perfect all-
round choice. Hope you love it!
An yeah, Phil wheels will set you back some extra $$$, but a Rich
build Phil hubset would be a great investment to go with your new
bike!
On Nov 8, 2:32 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:
Wow, a 71 ??? Could this be the first TRIPLE TT Hilsen the world has
ever seen (Oh, Behave!)
Seriously, awesome choice. I can vouch for Phil Wood hubs based on
several experiences...
First, I actually had the pawls jam on my Phil 9-speed cassette disc
hub, and even though I thought maybe I
On Nov 8, 5:16 pm, dhk42 flopmeis...@gmail.com wrote:
First question: Phil hubs - are they worth it?
phil wood, chris king, white industries ... everyone has his/her
favorite. they're all good. but so are shimano XTs. whatever you
choose, just make sure their laced up and built into good
David, you are in for a real treat. The A. Homer Hilsen is an awesome
choice. If you have the dough, definitely go for the Phil Wood hubs.
-- Forrest
On Nov 8, 4:16 pm, dhk42 flopmeis...@gmail.com wrote:
First post!
I've been lurking here for a while now as I dithered about my
potential
Phil hubs - are they worth it?
Well, they're not for everyone.
Shimano makes a nice hub, and a set of XT hubs can be had for well
under the cost of a Phil front hub. An overhaul requires only a few
dollars in bearings and grease. Since they're designed with the off-
road rider in mind, they
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