definitive freecoaster thread

[Austin Tasseltine]

yeah i remember you saying that. thats the only real improvement to this coaster over existing models, being able to run a thinner locknut and spacer and an fbm style guard without having to space your back end out more.
thats not why they designed it like that though, its just chance that occured because colony have a stupid obsession with having threaded hubguards on their hubs.

another shemale axle option is good as well, because stranger (well rich hirsch) havent got a great record with regards to actually getting their products out there and making them available. it still baffles me why khe never released a femaled version of their coasters like 5 years ago when everyone wanted to be ian scwartz, but yeah, now they are finally becoming available so thats good-more options and stuff.

with coasters getting a bit more popular again id like to see companies offering all the aftermarket spares as well, because these style hubs are far from perfect and need maintaining

[Spev]

thats not why they designed it like that though, its just chance that occured because colony have a stupid obsession with having threaded hubguards on their hubs.

I beg to differ. When the first prototype was made, this is exactly what was done.
Here it is with a push on guard and correct wheel spacing.


I do agree that screw on guards aren't ideal for heavy grinding, however the vast majority of riders aren't that heavy on them.

[Austin Tasseltine]

The zodiac version is better, but i couldnt find the pic of the other side where you can see how the cone nut is recessed into the guard

[Hairfarmer]

I'm still running the prototype Alone hub guards and after 7 years use, they are fine.

[Spev]

The Zodiac guard is awesome if you have a KHE style axle with a threadless shoulder. However I can see limiting access to the lock nut. It's still only a small compromise though.
My point is focussed on the colony hub and the fact the accommodation of any traditional hub guard (even the Zodiac) was considered during the design proccess.

[Bunky]

Wasn't the Colony prototype built by Zodiac?

Maybe I'm mistaken.

[Topsey]

Waiting on the Video from Charlie about the Coastersaurus/Guards & im waiting to see the internals on the Eclat then i shall make up my mind!

[Spev]

More Eclat Blind pics.

[Nutbaggs]

Wasn't the Colony prototype built by Zodiac?

Maybe I'm mistaken.

Evan@luxbmx (spev)
http://www.colonybmx.com.au/news/2012/03/fakie-anyone/

[cmc4130]

Well, I know this is an old thread . . . but there is good info in it.  In the market to buy one . . . .


Cult
http://www.empirebmx.com/cult-freecoaster-hub
36h and 9t only
RHD or LHD
designed using patented KHE technology
tapered roller bearing on drive side + high quality sealed cartridge bearing on non-drive side
one 6802 bearing in driver + one needle roller bearing
needle thrust bearing behind clutch
includes slack adjustment washers
 
two axle choices:
1-pc 14mm cromo heat-treated axle
3-pc female 14mm cromo heat-treated axle with 3/8" bolts (14mm axle extends past locknuts 4mm to fit 14mm dropout slots)


Eclat Blind
http://www.empirebmx.com/eclat-blind-freecoaster-hub
36h
9t driver
6061 T-6 AL shell
4130 cromo heat-treated female axle (3/8" x 24t bolts, 14mm female axle passes into dropout) or 14mm male axle
2 high quality japanese bearings
polymer bushing in driver
hub drive direction can be switched from RHD to LHD
allen key inner axle for easy maintenance
590 g (20.8 oz)

Primo Freemix
http://www.empirebmx.com/primo-freemix-freecoaster-hub
6061-T6 aluminum hub shell
14mm male axle or 14mm female axle with 3/8" bolts
1-pc 9t driver and ACB bearings for side support
 
hub shell bearings: 6002 (x1) non-drive side, 7905 ACB (x1) drive side
available in either RHD or LHD
available with 9t driver
driver bearings: 7802-14 (x2)
23 oz (w/9t driver)


Shadow Conspiracy Raptor
http://www.empirebmx.com/shadow-conspiracy-raptor-freecoaster-hub
6061-T6 aluminum hub shell
14mm heat-treated axle w/allen insert for easy removal
1-pc 9t driver and ACB bearings for side support
 
hub shell bearings: 6002 (x1) non-drive side, 7905 ACB (x1) drive side
available in either RHD or LHD
includes three slack adjustment washers to adjust engagement slack
available with 9t driver
driver bearings: 6802-14 (x1) and one needle bearing
23.2 oz

[GUMP_]

Cult v1 and v2

[JFax]

The Cult, Primo and Shadow are all what most people would define as KHE-esqe coasters. On the paper I would say Cult is the best, but as GUMP_´s post indicate I have seen a lot of them fail.

I am myself on a Federal v2 which hold up good, they were the first to give their take on KHE´s design. Ive also ridden a bunch of KHE coasters that hold up well.

If realiability is what you are after I would just go for what has been used pleanty and is not too new, most coasters that come out have some issues for the first batches.

[dude...]

id say federal just based on some excellent customer service i experienced recently, where by after a casual fb comment about the engagement slipping on my 5 year old v1 coaster, they said to email them, and they sorted me out with a brand new clutch and resistance system for free.

[tecnic1]

Cult v1 and v2

I see your problem.  Too much cat hair.  I try to go for a light sprinkle of cat hair, you seem to have caked it on.

Also, try to find Calico hair.  Tabby will work in a pinch, but calico is much smoother.

[Stoked]

Federal or wait for the odyssey clutch.