| Re: Needed new bike design
cmcanulty wrote:
> I think the thing needed for practical winter riding where snow and
> salt are the norm is a fully enclosed drivetrain and brake system. Why
> has no one come up with this? It would also greatly ease cleaning and
> maintenance chores for everyone.
Internal hub with a nickel plated chain. You don't need a chain guard
if you don't want one. I commuted with this setup for years in Chicago
winters.I'd have an old towel or rag handy and wipe the crap off the
chain when I got home. Wet lube once weekly and no trouble at all. I
like those KMC "heavy duty" bmx chains for winter use with Nexus and
Sram hubs. Strong, cheap, and say FU to the elements.
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