Is the "direct drive" chain or belt? Is it difficult to get use to? Does it get in the way of doing high rev sprints? Especially slowing down?
1292180
It is direct drive chain and the chain is enclosed with a metal covering. I don't do a lot of high revs but when I do it's very sturdy ...and slowing down is not a problem. And of course the tension is adjustable... I've had mine now for a couple of years and both I and the wife use it.
1292181
It is a chain drive which is what I started on 15 years ago. I actually like a chain drive better. Maybe because that's what I'm used to. They have belt driven at Snap Fitness and the only difference to me is the chain drive are noisier.
104663
I tried and it is really awkward and isn't tactical or practical on a belt. My advice is to get a molle vest or plate carrier for this. I used it on one of my old plate carriers and it is effing sweet. Practical and tactical. Its not big and bulky and is easy to use. Durable too. Hope this helps
477055
We push our city select all over, hills included. It handles really well and feels like a smooth ride. I have not tried jogging with it as I have heard it is not ideal for jogging from a couple of girlfriends with the same stroller. We do walk fast with it with no trouble.
1076552
I LOVE mine and I haven't even completely learned all of it's features. I chose it because my running coach (who also does tri's) has it and I knew that she could help me. I believe it would be a good choice, unless the mountain areas are poor GPS locations. Other than that, I recommend it!
2012599
I love my, I got it last week and it makes such a difference !!! I am running on the 1st setting and it is amazing how it performs !!! It is smoother and shifts great !!! I can see that if you run the other settings it might hurt the transmission but on this setting it is no problem !!!
1259271
I have lifted only a couple of times with it. It worked fairly well. I run mostly. After a three mile run if didn't shift much if you're worried about it sliding around. Hope this helps.
1210992
The pull up is smooth. However on the pull down you actually have to pull the bike or whatever you are keeping on the mount down while at the same time giving the cord some slack making a vertical line so the lock won't activate. So it si not jerky but not so smooth.
339569
I bought this in June 2013 and it gets a lot of use. All very light duty but still, running for 15-20 minutes at a time every few days for all this time. I just inspected the drive belt for the first time and it's showing no obvious signs of wear. And the drill comes with an extra belt anyway. The company that distributes them is easy to contact and my guess is if you wanted to stow away a few extra belts for down the road they'd be able to supply you with them. Hope this helps.
327379
I think sturdiness and weight limit it will hold. Cheaper ones can be very wobbly. I personally like a chain driven better vs belt driven.
937145
It's good for drive smashes but not so much for very strong loops. The red side being slower with more spin and the black side being faster with less spin on softer shots, but about the same amount of spin on harder shots (thicker sponge possibly on black side, but I didn't measure). Hard to get enough spin on the very strong loops. I had to take off some speed from that type of shot to get the ball to arc enough to consistently stay on the table. I have a Donic Baum Esprit with Bluefire M2 now, and it's much easier to get the spin right and keep the power on the shot.
838900
Have not had any issues with it so far. However I would recommend shifting far prior to getting to the incline as the derailleurs struggle otherwise and you can easily slip the chain.
1232502
I don't know. But I do know that you can run it without the o-ring that retains the lid to the body, at least mine will because the fit is so snug. Anything that you can get around it should work just the same, like a hair tie, or a rubber band. Speaking of rubber bands, I remember someone broke the drive belt and that's what they used as a quick fix. I've owned mine for 2 hard running years now and I haven't broke anything off it yet.
2146651
street faster than titan, but like said less torq. if the price is right try it out. it was fun till i went brushless.
1586124
The chain is intended for 6-7 speed 1/2" x 3/32" drives. It used to be listed in the ad but i guess they removed it. The chain is tough but it's finish is dull grey. It is a little noisier when shifting i've noticed but i believe that is just the finish rubbing in the sprocket before it rises to the next gear. Hope this helps.
1817490
I think you would be happy the way stays looped thru your belt. It's easy to pull it if the situation arises. I think you will like the way it sits on your hip . thanks and good luck and good riding.
1492354
It's quicker. It does show when wear is 75%, at which point the chain should be replaced to save drivetrain. I used one when working at a shop.
916542
I never rode with the old version, but have used this new hub on 2 different folders, both 20" bikes. One has a 44 tooth chain wheel, the other a 52 tooth chain wheel. I prefer the 44 tooth chain wheel but the 52 is faster and would be better if there were no hills. It shifts at about 7-8 mph with a 20" wheel, regardless of chain wheel or cog. Some adjust the spring tension to shift at a higher speed, but I ride it as it came and it works well for me.