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Orange trial belt drive transmission
Posted by Matt on May 10, 2007 under 'Mutterings'.
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Fresh from Singletrack comes the news that Orange are looking into the idea of using belt drive technology in place of the traditional bicycle chain. They've got an Orange P7 built up as a unique take on the singlespeed concept.
Here's a picture that has been unashamedly nicked from Singletrack and given the MuddyMoles treatment:
Looking uncannily (and understandably) like something you will find under the bonnet of your car, the belt drive appears to offer the promise of distinct advantages over chains. Foremost is the prospect of greater longevity but an attractive corollary is a much quieter drivetrain, something the stealth bike obsessives out there will welcome.
More information on what could be a new era for Mountain Bikes is of course available from the Singletrack website.
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Further reading
You might also find the following interesting (includes further reading from the Muddymoles and third parties)
A glimpse into the future? from Muddymoles.
The future's bright but maybe a bit heavy. And doesn't include derailleurs from what Matt can make out from looking at gearbox bikes.
2008 Mountain Bike roundup from Muddymoles.
A summary of our postings on new Mountain Bike and Mountain Bike component announcements for 2008.
More developments on belt drive bikes from Muddymoles.
More information on the notion of belt drive mountain bikes. Who's going to be first to market?
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