I ran this this one with the Vector fork and smart shock for years and never had a problem. It came on my suspension bike so I am sure it is designed for it. Otherwise there would be a huge liability problem. The outer lexon cover is just a dirt guard. If you slide the outer bearings off the...
I have spoken to Real Designs and due to a new owener he has no past knowledge of this hub. I have done web searches and still find nothing. I also believe it was one of the lightest hubs availible back in the late 80's early 90's. It is very strong for it size due to the fact it is still in...
K2 5000
Custom Powdercoated
No dings or scratches
ELS Fork with Noleen and smart shock
4 extra springs
includes BB and XT front
Chris King Headset
All manuals
I can send more pictures if needed
$300US
Real Design Hub
Mavic 220
Laced by Wheelman
I believe this was the lightest wheel ever made 566 grams
$50us plus shipping
I have the matching rear with XT hub $25
Both are in great shape true and straight
Looking for value K2/Proflex 5000
I have my heart set on a Specialized Epic S-works
Have extra smartshock
Avid Brakes
XTR front derail
SRAM XO rear
Real Design fron hub
XTR rear hub
Kooka cranks
Custom Powdercoat
Race face chain rings
Chris King Headset
Thanks steeler fan. BTW hope they win today. Mine came on a K2 either the 3000 or 5000. I am not sure. I had the 3000 frame replace by K2 when the front shock broke and smashed through the head tube. Went over the bars pretty hard from that brake. K2 was great and sent me a new 5000 frame fork...
I am trying to find out the model name or number for this hub. I have contacted Read Design and the new owner says it predates him. Any hlep would be greatly appriciated. It is extremely lite and rolls forever. I have never had an issue with it in over 10 years.