Snapped spindle

[Dogtrousers]

Yeah, I thought that. I assume it's come through the BB seals rather than down the frame from elsewhere, but who knows?

It is out in all weather, all year round, so not exactly a surprise.

Wouldn't happen with a square taper. Much better protection from water. At least, so I have been told by someone.

 

[roubaixtuesday]

Wouldn't happen with a square taper. Much better protection from water. At least, so I have been told by someone.

Whilst it causes me physical pain to type it, I do actually agree.

There, I've said it, I think square tapers are longer lived in such a service.