barrel-less front-hub

[Paul_Buckley]

Does anyone remember a barrel-less front hub that just had alloy flanges supported on the bearing outer races. Maybe early 1990's or even before. Looked sweet but i guess it didn't actually work.

 

[FMJ]

I seem to remember something along the lines. There was a hub with a clear poly-carbonate shell bonded to the flanges (who's name escapes me) as well.

*edit*

the "hard drive" is a bit slow on Mondays. Hershey.

 

[Mr.Toad]

I think you are referring to the "Kynetyk Psykolz Unhub".

The design uses a solid axle with bearings and spoke flanges pressed on either end. Interesting design and it worked, apparently.

I can scan the MT Action review if you like. It's from Aug 1995.

 

[FMJ]

Found a pic of the Unhub.

 

[Paul_Buckley]

Thanks guys. So atleast two versions then. Not getting the picture of the Kinetic but its probably the one i remember. Never had one.

 

[FluffyChicken]

There must be independent twisting and rotation between the flanges causing all hell on the spokes and twisty wheels.


if you cannot see the pics above then try a green version here http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=81332

or try the flip of that
http://www.bmeres.com/axlelesshub.htm