[tyberius_77]

So, after replacing the original free hub body approximately one month after purchasing the bike, the replacement hub is toast after about one month. The hub doesn't free wheel, and the free hub is exceptionally rough when moved by hand.

I have contacted Borealis and will once again be out a bike. I acknowledge that it's best practice to contact the manufacturer before posting, but I am really disappointed that the parts don't match the price of the bike. I'd expect such performance if it was a department store bike, but this is unacceptable.

 

[bdundee]

What color is the driver?

 

[tyberius_77]

It's red...one of the metal edges that holds a pawl was broken off...

 

[bdundee]

That sucks!!

 

[SlowerThenSnot]

Have any pics? i'm sure we can get you sorted 10speed or XD driver?

 

[jonshonda]

It's red..

Well that is your problem...you are wayyy too slow for red, or should I say red is too fast for you? Either way, maybe try a more mild pastel color to match your performance?

 

[sbsbiker]

What color is the driver?

Don't make this a race issue!

 

[bdundee]

I'm more of a passion paisley power pink person.

 

[GMONEY80]

Sorry to hear about the issues you have had with our hubs. We will take care of you as quickly as possible and also take care of the shop labor. Please contact me anytime at (320)328-2453. Thank you.

 

[alphazz]

I am wondering how many issues there are. It seems that Borealis is taking care of problems Very well. I think that is all we can expect for now.

I hope they are saving some of the money they have made this past year to make changes and cover warranty issues without going broke.

 

[demondan]

Lame. At least they are helpful. I have had freehub issues since freehubs replaced freewheels. It sucks! Spare wheels help. I9 hubs or Hope or Hadley help. Stay positive !

 

[pbasinger]

I've had freehub issues with every manufacturer I've owned. I've had the best luck with DT and they will have a 190 pretty soon.

 

[tyberius_77]

A big thank you to Steve and his team at Borealis for many speedy responses and clear, thoughtful communication. While I'm disappointed with the quality of the hubs, I am pleased with the service from Borealis. I'll post pics later this week.

 

[easterntide]

i had an issue this weekend but i don't think i can blame Borealis directly...

 

[jonshonda]

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i had an issue this weekend but i don't think i can blame Borealis directly...

Yeah, your issue is pedaling around like a little girl in low gear. Shift once in a while, and that won't happen. It's a winter fat bike "best practice".

 

[duggus]

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i had an issue this weekend but i don't think i can blame Borealis directly...

To much hot air coming out of your lower end and it mixes with the cold air to create ice! :ciappa:

 

[easterntide]

Well, little girl comments aside, it's what happens when the bike is stored outside just under the eves of a camp after a warm day and -15 night.

 

[alphazz]

A big thank you to Steve and his team at Borealis for many speedy responses and clear, thoughtful communication. While I'm disappointed with the quality of the hubs, I am pleased with the service from Borealis. I'll post pics later this week.

I would say that this is Great to hear about.

 

[alphazz]

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i had an issue this weekend but i don't think i can blame Borealis directly...

Clearly a Borealis problem. I don't think I saw a warning about this when I built mine.

 

[Silentfoe]

I would have pee'd on it. Just for an excuse to say I had to pee on my bike once.