FURTHER DRIVE Technology

Active Debris Remover (ADR)

ADR is a patent-pending technical feature that is based on a unique combination that makes it virtually impossible for debris to enter the bearing. It consists of a new dust cover design that sits safely anchored in a groove in the pulley wheel, thereby completely enclosing the bearing. This is paired with a bladed groove structure that surrounds the dust cover, which dynamically extracts debris from the pulley wheel when it's rotating.ADR has been developed in a constant pendulum between our R&D department, the CeramicSpeed test lab, and field testing conducted by a select group of our professional off-road teams. ADR was tested to its limits during this year's Cape Epic, where our XCM team Buff/Megamo was riding prototype versions of a solid pulley wheel featuring ADR. During what proved to be the worst conditions experienced at Cape in recent times, the ADR feature stood its ground and kept all mud, water, and debris from entering the bearing.

ALPHA Disc

The ALPHA Disc features a two-piece construction. A separate narrow-wide tooth profile produced in a composite material that offers prolonged wear protection and noise reduction. As well as a solid aluminum disc that eliminates the potential of external objects getting stuck between the spokes of the pulley wheel, while adding strength and stiffness to the Pulley Wheel design.

The first iterations of our solid disc pulley wheel design were tested in the field during the CycloCross World Cups a couple of years ago. During the 2022 CycloCross season, our sponsored team Tormans used the solid disc design extensively and provided valuable feedback on its ability to provide mud clearance in the worst of conditions.

FAQ

What is ADR exactly?

Active Debris Remover is a patent pending dynamic dust and contaminant shield to thoroughly protect the bearings in all conditions. The first component to ADR is the serrated profile molded into the pulley wheel. This directional ‘bladed’ design pushes any contaminants out and away from the bearing when the pulley is in motion. The second component to ADR is the stainless-steel dust shield with a unique outer edge profile to complement the function of the rotating bladed profile.

Does ADR add any drag or friction to the pulleys?

No, the precision fitment and design of the ADR interface adds zero drag to the bearing or pulley wheel.

Are the composite teeth going to last as long as alloy teeth?

The unique, fiber reinforced composite material that we are introducing here, was selected through many lab and field tests, for exhibiting the longest durability compared to other composite and alloy pulley options.

Why does the system not come with coated bearings?

Through development lab testing, and long-term field use, we have determined that our new ADR technology protects the bearings so well, that we can use our core hand-built hybrid ceramic bearing, built with stainless steel races, all while being backed by a lifetime warranty.