I'm looking to buy a new BB, want something middish range. Wondering about the crank bros chromoly (£55) but interested in what others have had good experience of. So... recommendations... ?
what type of bb would be the first question?
isis, general all mountain type duty.
[url= http://www.superstarcomponents.com/ISIS.html ]one of these?[/url]
so why are large bearings good? personally i like the feel of cartridge bearings more than ball bearings. Might give theses superstar bb's a whirl though.
i wouldn't buy anything from superstar ever again with the experience i've had. my bb has lasted all of about 2 rides in the dry at glentress
i have a hope bb stainless on both my bikes and is so far standing up well to the uk weather conditions.
you can also get them for around £60 at CRC
Why large bearings?
Its all to do with surface area to spread the loads and impacts.