Hello all,
Just a note to let you know that despite the bicycle-specific Gates “CDX” style carbon belt drive system not being available in sizes to accommodate a Strida, there is a nice alternative…
Gates manufactures a “PolyChain” series of industrial timing belts using the same 8M tooth configuration as the Strida belt. These “PolyChain” belts use the same carbon reinforcement technology as the bicycle-specific belts and can be found in the 1440 tooth count length used on Strida 5.0 and LT and allow you to use standard Strida freewheels and beltwheels.
You can see the specifics here: gates.com/us/en/search.p.92 … 00180.html
I found one eBay for ~ $30 USD and installed it on my 5.0 with great success - it feels a bit “snappier” the rubber version and looks better in my opinion.