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Hi all
I’m thinking about replacing my xt bottom bracket with a Hope item . Are the hope brackets worth the extra over a std shimano xt and if so is what are the benefits of ceramic bearings over stainless
Cheers for any thoughts
Tony
Posted : 18/01/2012 9:40 pm
The main advantages are that the Hope bearings are replacable.
ceramics run really smooth, cranks spin easier
There was someone selling a 2 month old ceramic Hope on here a few hours ago, it maight still be available
Posted : 18/01/2012 9:47 pm
Got both the XT and the Hope BB's on different bikes and I would say, not really!
Posted : 18/01/2012 9:48 pm
I think rose bikes are still £17 for an XTR. They seem to last long enough, spin well, and are easy to clean and regrease if that's your thing.
Posted : 18/01/2012 10:06 pm