Fixed hubs

Dave_G

Hi,

I'm close to fully spec'ing a single speed 29er, but I'd like some suggestions for hubs and rims. I intend to use disk brakes.

Cheers,

Dave

Anonymous

http://www.ukbikesdepot.com/products.php?plid=m7b42s199p1672&rs=gb

X470 Rims are nice. I run a 26" version thats similar and it builds up to be a nice wheel.

http://www.tredz.co.uk/ProductDetail.asp?ProductID=5978

XT hubs are the best for the price I reckon, but the DT ones are a bit more swish with all the cartridge bearings and shiz. Plus the DT hubs are driled with tighter fitting spoke holes that make a much stronger wheel.

Dave_G

thanks for the links!

very helpful.

ride_whenever

Mavic TN719 rims, hope hubs or xt if you want to save the monies. I'd also recommend sapim cx-ray spokes, super!

Dave_G

I didn't know that Hope did a single speed/disk brake hub?

I have just looked on their website and couldn't find them...

Dave

saintadolf

just get a 9 speed pro2 and get a single speed conversion kit for about tenner

ride_whenever

the trials one has more engagement and is ss specific, but not screw on.

If you're feeling a bit flash, CK make very nice hubs (which are pretty cheap from aspire velotech)