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Are all top of the line components always compromising on durability in order to save weight?
It often written that top of the line components are less durable (Dura-Ace and XTR for Shimano), with the explanation that they meant for competition and so they compromise on durability to save ...
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Specialized Stumpjumper Women's HT 2006 Worth Rebuilding Back Up?
I absolutely love my Specialized Stumpjumper HT 15.5 (26" wheels), so light and nimble - a dream for single-track and general xc trail-riding (and nice and nifty for running around town too) but ...
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Can you use an Alfine 8-speed "disc" hub with a non-disc wheel?
I have a city bike with a Nexus 8-speed and I'd like to rebuild the rear wheel with an Alfine 8-speed. The only hubs I can find all seem to be disc mount hubs. My city bike has v-brakes. Is it ok to ...
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What will I need to consider when modernizing a pre-1990s steel frame? [closed]
I'm in the process of upgrading a well loved 1970s steel frame from a downtube shifter system to a modern 'brifter' system.
Through this process I've had to look at many disparate sources to get ...
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