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Race Face Evolve FR Reviews

Description: (from raceface.com)
· CNC machined, heat treated, hollow M12 chromoly spindle.
· Shot peened finish for strength.
· Forged and CNC'd aluminum cups and reinforcing sleeve.
· Single row, double sealed cartridge bearings.
· High-pressure contact lip seal in conjunction with low friction labyrinth cup seal keeps out contaminants and increases bearing life.
· Newly improved extreme conditions bearing grease.
· Features

Add a review (form opens in right column) reviewed by 2leftfeet   on December 22, 2008   Pros Smooth bearings, lasts a long time, easy installation, uses standard Park BB tool Cons I can't think of any Verdict Probably the best value in ISIS bottom brackets out there. I mine is in my singlespeed - no issues, good chainline. It just works. reviewed by Bombardier   on November 4, 2007   Pros Affordable, easy to install, and excellent materials quality. Cons Internal bearings susceptible to moisture. Verdict Again, the key to these types of bottom brackets is proper care & drainage. Drilling drain holes into the BB shell on the bike is one way, as is to avoid spraying water directly at the seals when washing the bike. Otherwise, this component is appropriate for everything from XC, to Freeride, to sunset-chasing All-Mountain, to recreational downhilling. Strength is a non-issue, as is durability; as long as proper care is given. Any type of internal bearing bottom-bracket should never be put away wet.