Single speed hubs?
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If you find any, let me know, I'm thinking of building a SS wheel for an old 10 speed I have.gclark8 said:I am looking for new, cheap, single speed hubs, 36 hole, alloy, to take LH lockring.
Shimano and Surley are too dear for a project bike, any ideas? There must be something in Aus?
Scotty
Have you looked at some BMX hubs. Not sure where to get them online but surely they would be cheaper.gclark8 said:I am looking for new, cheap, single speed hubs, 36 hole, alloy, to take LH lockring.
Shimano and Surley are too dear for a project bike, any ideas? There must be something in Aus?
BMX and MTB do not have the lock nut!
Surly: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=19&Itemid=63
dowe the page to the link: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/content/view/102/63/
I am trying to build the whole bike for less than that.
So far, the cheapest in Aus is Velocity at around $200 pr, the USA, Harris Cyclery, $100 pr + $35 post.
Surly: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=19&Itemid=63
dowe the page to the link: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/content/view/102/63/
I am trying to build the whole bike for less than that.
So far, the cheapest in Aus is Velocity at around $200 pr, the USA, Harris Cyclery, $100 pr + $35 post.
gclark8 said:BMX and MTB do not have the lock nut!
Surly: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=19&Itemid=63
dowe the page to the link: http://www.dirtworks.com.au/newsite/content/view/102/63/
I am trying to build the whole bike for less than that.
So far, the cheapest in Aus is Velocity at around $200 pr, the USA, Harris Cyclery, $100 pr + $35 post.
George
are these anything like you are looking for? These ones are blue but the seller has a range of colours available. Price is a 6 day auction starting at 99 cents (US) or 89.99 (USD) with 35 freight buy it now.
HTH
Later
gclark8 said:
George
fair enough however if you want local support you may be stuck with local prices.
For what it is worth Harris Cyclery's after sale support is top notch...
later
I have seen what you are looking for. My LBS in Queanbeyan had some no name track hubs for a CHEAP price. The bearings were pretty rough though and this isn't going to help you find them
I picked up shop soiled 105, 9 speed road hubs for $80 a set so they don't have to be expensive. Try searching eBay.
Regards, Anthony
I picked up shop soiled 105, 9 speed road hubs for $80 a set so they don't have to be expensive. Try searching eBay.
Regards, Anthony
I think leestevens was referring to a FLIP-FLOP BMX hub ... the price varies ... SOME older BMX hubs are steel, so ask before you buy!gclark8 said:BMX and MTB do not have the lock nut!
The BMX hub's axle should be long enough to use with additional spacers to allow the hub to fit a 135mm rear; but, if not, you can certainly substitute a longer axle.
There are BMXers everywhere!gclark8 said:
Someone at one of these clubs (all in Western Australia) should be able to point you in the right direction ... AND/OR, let them know you are looking for a new OR good, used flip-flop hubset.
WA
Just a thought, I built my single speed with my old RSX cassette hub. got the gear I wanted for the back, then used spacers to line it up so the chain would be straight. voila! Instant singlespeed hub!
I must admit i researched the BMX hubs AFTER i posted, mmm, they aren't cheap
Well not brand new any way. The other option is using a freewheel rear hub. On Sheldon Browns website there is a piece about how to convert one to single speed. The only problem then is you do not have the reverse thread to lock the cog with. Anywho, if anybody does know where to get cheap single speed hubs, please post a link or phone number please, i wouldn't mind getting some more.
Well not brand new any way. The other option is using a freewheel rear hub. On Sheldon Browns website there is a piece about how to convert one to single speed. The only problem then is you do not have the reverse thread to lock the cog with. Anywho, if anybody does know where to get cheap single speed hubs, please post a link or phone number please, i wouldn't mind getting some more.
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