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kimori fixed-gear adapter
03/18/10
wow, talk about a super-niche product. the KIMORI FIXED-GEAR ADAPTER is a device that allows you to convert a freewheel road hub to a fixed-gear hub with room for two cogs.
i see a couple benefits, for sure. for one thing, it would allow you to train or event-ride your road bike in a fixed setup so that you had no muscle memory issues to deal with, swapping between bikes. but in that instance, you’re doing such a massive conversion (removing both derailleurs, probably one front chainwheel, and likely the rear brakes) that it becomes kind of a chore in my mind. at least reassembling all that shit does. for another thing, i could see it being useful in building out an old, unused road wheel for a brand new day, but then you’re limited to using that on a frame with 135mm drops. to that end, it would be a MUCH more affordable option than the ENO eccentric hub if you’re trying to convert a road frame for a fixed drivetrain.
but while i see the benefits, i don’t think i GET them. ENO makes a double-cog system for fixed hubs, in addition to a proper 135mm fixed hub that DOESN’T require you to run a dished rear wheel.
i’m not hating on it — someone will find a use for it. i just don’t get it.
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