[BikeGeek]

I saw that BTI is reviving Voodoo Cycles. I love the way my old Voodoo feels and always thought of picking up another for SS. The new frames have "adjustable aluminium rear dropouts with built-in tensioners." The dropouts are "vertical, sliding dropouts [that] move 20mm fore and aft."

This is the first I've heard of adjustable dropouts. Any other companies taking this approach? Any thoughts? Pros/cons?

 

[DßR]

I know you're an XC guy, but that sort of thing has been played with a bit in the street world. 24 has a similar system that doesn't so much slide, as have a bunch of holes you can bolt the vertical dropout to, with the hope that one of them will line up well with your chosen cog combo.

Also Evil has a similar system to that Voodoo on their Sovereign frame which is still in proto form if I'm not mistaken - they slide but have a different attachment system. Weagle should be interested to see the Voodoo....


Frankly, why they didn't use an EBB is beyond me. It makes so much more sense....

 

[dburatti]

VooDoo is also making a 29er and a jump bike. My LBS called them up to see if they'd warranty my 2000 Bizango; it cracked on the top tube at the cable stop. They said that they would sell me a new frame at cost. Since they're coming out at the end of March, I have to wait to see if they'll sell me something other than another XC. I currently ride a Wanga.

 

[Instigator]

The kona cowan has vertical drop outs or 12mm thru axle, that are both moveable. Also when I purchased mine it came with the left dropout/disc brake mount and a 2 right side mounts. One with a derailleur hanger and one without.cowan pic on kona's site

 

[Sir_Crackien]

the movable drop out is becoming the norm over horivontal drop out because the rear wheel is held in place better and they are easier to adj. i have also seen it in bti and it looks very nice i what to see one in person. it looks like a good solid frame to me.