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I'm thinking of converting the xtracycle longtail bike to a hub gear. It gets used and abused in all weathers and typically 3-4 mile trips on flat terrain. Running gear at moment to quote LBS is 'more than a bit worn'.
Idea of a roller brake appeals too, as despite the huge rear disc and a BB5 rear I've never managed to get it adjusted 'just so', it either drags or doesn't do anything appreciable.
So what does the panel think of this coupled with a brake. Enough to do the job? I'm guessing I'll need a chain tensioner too, unless I can get the new Acera rear mech to serve as one (it's newly fitted after a seized chain link bent the old one- 'used and abused')
Idea of a roller brake appeals too, as despite the huge rear disc and a BB5 rear I've never managed to get it adjusted 'just so', it either drags or doesn't do anything appreciable.
So what does the panel think of this coupled with a brake. Enough to do the job? I'm guessing I'll need a chain tensioner too, unless I can get the new Acera rear mech to serve as one (it's newly fitted after a seized chain link bent the old one- 'used and abused')