I been curious over this set-up for a while, so I thought I would bring it to all the 'Seadevil Dream Teams' attention for some constructive criticism, or positive feedback.
This is an expensive set-up so let's have a gossip about the pro's and cons of this system? If you all convince me, I may run it on the Niner 29er new build.
I fould some info to go on for us all to have a browse over and I will add the links at the bottom. Some of my mates on the Dream Team do not like this system, saying it was ok a few years ago, but now, modern technology and a 1x10 gear setup is just as efficient?
Do you run a single, double, or triple? Also, if money was no object, would you try the Hammerschmidt system ???
Let the comments be constructive, and if you like, say so....If you don't let me know your thoughts on it please? I think this is a topic worth having a gossip over...In theory it looks good to me....I was chatting to an engineer friend of mine who was also curious over this system? I said I would draw up a blog and gather info off all you experienced bikers all over the world !!!
Let the gossip begin....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Ka9qkGgvE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuLNPJApmBQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBak0R4qYz0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xW1KP80wh18
All the best Pinkbikers,
Seadevil.
Because its a sealed unit, any grit that gets inside just gets tumbled around as though in a washing machine until it seizes. its easier to maintain a traditional crankset.
IMO with a hammerschmidt you'd just be throwing good money after bad...