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Boost Adaptors

slc123slc123 Posts: 407
edited November 2018 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi all,

I see that there are quite a few options for converting non-boost hubs to fit boost forks. The reason I am considering it is I have the opportunity to get a decent front hub relatively cheap, but it won't fit the boost forks, but they do an adaptor kit for it.

Has anyone used one and is there any notable disadvantages?

Thanks
Cannondale Trail 27.5 | 2015
Titus El Chulo 27.5 | 2017
Trek Slash 9 27.5 | 2015 (building)

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  • The RookieThe Rookie Posts: 27,809
    Two issues, one you don’t get the stronger wheel advantage of boost coming from the wider spacing of the spoke flanges, secondly I don’t like the idea of running my front brake with longer bolts and a spacer.
    Current steed - Whyte T129, 2013 frame, mongrel Revelations, Giant dropper, Stans S1 wheelset. 12, Magura Trail Sport brakes, 1x11. 12.8Kg
  • slc123slc123 Posts: 407
    Thanks As I suspected, no real benefit to it.
    Cannondale Trail 27.5 | 2015
    Titus El Chulo 27.5 | 2017
    Trek Slash 9 27.5 | 2015 (building)
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