Is is possible to attach a derailleur hanger to a frame with standard rear-facing track ends? I got a nice steel frame on the cheap a few weeks ago because it was in my size (43cm - I don't see them often!) but I don't really want to have to ride it singlespeed. Would it be possible to make it geared without using an internal hub?
Gears on track ends
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The derraileur hanger needn't be a problem, just get the type that hooks onto the axle, held in place by the QR/axlenut.
Of more concern will be the frame spacing. With track ends, the chances are it's a 110mm spaced frame that won't be wide enough a cassette or screw-on block.
If it's steel, I guess you could cold set (ie bend) it, but you may be better leaving that sort of caper to someone who knows what they're about.
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Of more concern will be the frame spacing. With track ends, the chances are it's a 110mm spaced frame that won't be wide enough a cassette or screw-on block.
If it's steel, I guess you could cold set (ie bend) it, but you may be better leaving that sort of caper to someone who knows what they're about.
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Ah, that's a relief. I was a bit concerned the only way around the problem would have been some expensive welding. I'd briefly looked into hook-on type hangers, but wasn't sure if they'd only work on front-facing drop-outs.
And thankfully it's actually a singlespeed cyclocross frame (a Bianchi San Jose) with 130mm spacing, so that won't be a problem. Can't wait til it's all built up!
And thankfully it's actually a singlespeed cyclocross frame (a Bianchi San Jose) with 130mm spacing, so that won't be a problem. Can't wait til it's all built up!
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Back in the 60's it was quite common to see campag gear hangers brazed to track ends.
However, I believe the OLD was kept at the standard for the day, 120mm and gear/fixed hubs used.
Gears for summer, fixed for winter.
[/weneye mode]
Back in the 60's it was quite common to see campag gear hangers brazed to track ends.
However, I believe the OLD was kept at the standard for the day, 120mm and gear/fixed hubs used.
Gears for summer, fixed for winter.
[/weneye mode]