The reviewer discusses the BUCKLOS Road Bike Bottom Bracket BSA 68/73mm Bicycle BB for SRAM DUB 29mm Crankset CNC Process Spindle Threaded Road Cycle Parts in the context of using it with a SRAM DUB crankset on a steel road bike. They mention that the bottom bracket is a BSA type designed for a 24mm axle but is being used with a DUB crankset that has a 29mm axle, which requires thinner bearings. The reviewer notes they packed grease around the bearings to improve longevity but express concerns about the durability of this setup based on past experience with similar configurations.
AI-Summary
Pros
The reviewer packed grease around the bearings to improve longevity
The setup works with the SRAM DUB crankset despite the axle size mismatch
Cons
The bearings are thinner due to the larger 29mm axle, which may reduce durability
The reviewer had a similar setup on a gravel bike where the bearings lasted only about 2,000 miles
The reviewer is not optimistic about the long-term durability of this configuration
Key Points
BSA bottom bracket designed for 24mm axle
Used with SRAM DUB crankset (29mm axle)
Thinner bearings required due to larger axle
Grease applied to improve bearing life
Past experience shows limited durability (2,000 miles)
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