1970s FFS (Front Freewheel System) - Ahead of its time or a Relic that belongs in the past?
I recently took a look at a vintage 1978 Schwinn Suburban bike. It is equipped with a very unique freewheel system that is part of the crank assembly. Called the FFS, the Front Freewheel System is designed to allow shifting without having to pedal for the gear changes to take effect. Very unique and it some ways possibly superior. Did they have it right in the 1970s or is this a relic that belongs in the past? Learn more about the FFS here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Front_f... What do you think about the FFS? Comment below for Coupon Codes, Merch, and 🆓 promotions - Check out the links below: ✅ T-Shirts - https://kevcentral.store ✅ Stickers - https://www.ebay.com/usr/kevcentralmerch ✅ Bike Parts - https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevcentral ☑️ Patreon - / kevcentral ☑️ Twitter - / kevcentral How to become a channel Member: / @kevcentral Discounts at Mendham Bikes: https://mendhambikes.com COUPON CODE for 5% off anything on site: KEVCENTRAL COUPON CODE for 20% off Univega Rover Mesa: KEVCENTRAL20 COUPON CODE for 35% off Vitesse Flare: KEVCENTRALFLARE Great Folding eBikes: HP printer owner? Use this code for 1-FREE month of Instant Ink for compatible printers: https://try.hpinstantink.com/rk9qfy Some links on this page are affiliate links from which KevCentral may earn a commission. Example: as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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