Changing a Rohloff Wheel

[BigPapaK]

I am considering in investing in a S&S coupled bike for some touring. Rohloff (quick release) is high on my list for a drive train. Every now and then I see mention of the challenges of changing out the rear tire on a Rohloff equipped wheel, but no details. Is this true; are they a pain to change out? What makes it more challenging? Can anyone point me in the direction of a video or tutorial of some sort where this is covered so I can see for myself? And, of course, what has your experience been like?

[Mark Manley]

I have a Rohloff hub on my disc braked Roberts Rough Stuff and the rear wheel is no more difficult to change than any other. Although expensive I can recommend a Rohloff.

[bogiesan]

I have a Rohloff hub on my disc braked Roberts Rough Stuff and the rear wheel is no more difficult to change than any other. Although expensive I can recommend a Rohloff.

A quick search revealed tons of user reviews and some documents and photos at the Rohloff site including owners manuals.

[dombrosk]

For me it's a lot easier to take off a rear wheel with my Rohloff...

...some people seem to be able to thread their chain onto that rear derailleur without cursing, but not I.  But my Rohloff just involves loosening a couple of thumbscrews and the wheel just slides out.

I'll be posting a longer comment into a thread I started back in the spring, but short version: if you're thinking of a Rohloff I'd recommend getting it.

[BigPapaK]

Yes, I did do some more searching and found a description of taking the rear wheel off.

dombrosk: I'd be interested in a link to the thread you reference.

Thanks!

[threedogs]

If you want to learn about Rohloffs or IGH this is a good place.

http://forums.mtbr.com/internal-gear-hubs/