From the comments on our recent story about the emerging T47 bottom bracket standard it’s clear that riders are fatigued and, quite frankly, fed up by the frequency with which manufacturers are changing component standards.
To some cyclists, it may seem like the new T47 bottom bracket standard amounts to little more than taking two steps forward and one step back, but there are some potential benefits to this system that make it very appealing.
Here are six reasons why it could be the bottom bracket standard that saves the cycling industry from itself.
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1. Threads work
Plan and simple, threaded bottom brackets have worked for most of cycling’s history. It’s a tight interface that has proven reliable and effective – more so than many of the current press-fit standards.
2. It’s designed for versatility
T47 bottom brackets, such as Chris King’s Thread Fit 30i, can accommodate cranks with 30mm as well as 24mm diameter spindles, through the use of adaptors. Riders won’t have to worry about whether or not their go-to crankset will be compatible with their new frame.
3. It could fix creaky press-fit frames, so long as they’re metal
The T47 standard is essentially a PressFit 30 shell with threads.
4. Oversized sizing keeps things light and stiff
5. Dimensions make redesign easier
6. Open to everyone
What do you think?
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