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Tijs in reply to @swedeee

75s are shit though.

square taper just isn't strong enough

Sorry, but this all doesn't make much sense. Using Sugino 75 cranks with a proper bottom bracket is absolutely fine, even if you totally abuse them. Are the new standards/cranks better? No doubt, but SG75 are still fantastic cranks.

They're even used during the Six Days for example:

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swedeee in reply to @Tijs

do you think that guy hops up and down curbs daily cycling to work? there is a reason why all modern cranks are not square taper

hate to come across like a twat but trust me, S75s are great but square taper just isnt strong enough for harsh street riding. fine tracking riding where the forces put through them are smooth

edit - i am 85kg so I mangled a pair of S75s in 2 years commuting. probably would have faired better if I wasnt so heavy

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laner in reply to @swedeee

I still disagree completely, did you use the sugino track bb? maybe they're weaker, I used a shimano and it's been fine couriering and commuting.
Almost all bike tourers use square taper and find it the much stronger solution.

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