Slotted/BMX style dropouts are so much stronger and stiffer than hooded drops, due to the larger weld area. I think its unfortunate that all of the stock sliders are hooded or involve some tenuous little plate/weld area. The reason hooded dropouts are sold to frame builders is because slotted dropouts have a set range of angles, whereas hooded dropouts can be used at any seat stay angle... but slotted are functionally superior.
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