How do I know what hub fits my bike?

If you are unsure of your frame spacing or have an older bicycle, measure the hub width to ensure a proper fit. To do this, remove the rear wheel and use a pair of calipers or a ruler to measure the distance between the inner surfaces of the dropouts.

How many points of engagement does an I9 Hydra hub have?

690 points of
With 690 points of engagement, increased durability and bearing life, decreased rolling resistance and weight, the Hydra is I9’s premium hub. The Hydra features a 115 tooth drive-ring and a six phase engagement system, that achieves 2nd, 3rd and 4th pawl contact to distribute the load.

How many points of engagement do Shimano hubs have?

Shimano Deore XT Adaptable to all three the primary rear hub spacing sizes (142-, 148- and 157mm), the Deore XT hubs have internals with 36 engagement points, contacting at every 10°.

How do I know what Shimano freehub I have?

Knowing What Freehub You Need

1. Determine the brand: Locate the brand of your existing cassette—most likely it is Shimano, SRAM, or Campagnolo.
2. For a Campagnolo cassette, choose a Campy freehub.
3. For a Shimano freehub, count the number of gears on the cassette.
4. For a SRAM freehub, count the number of gears.

Should I upgrade my bike hubs?

Silent or quieter hubs are usually considered an upgrade. If you really want a noisy hub you can but a replacement hub and have the wheel rebuilt. Wheel rebuilds almost always require new spokes and take a couple hours of labor so it’s very often more cost effective to simply buy a new wheel.

Why are Chris King hubs so good?

Built to last, they are designed to be serviced – not replaced. These hubs are a joy to work on. Everything makes sense, fits together well, built to be easily serviced. I prefer to maintain my equipment rather than send it to the landfill every couple of years.

Why are Chris King hubs good?

The quality and speed of our bearings is what sets us apart from the competition and they are what you will feel and notice on every single ride. As Chris King bearing tracks burnish they get faster with age and all our hubs and bearings are fully serviceable for years upon years of demanding use.

Are Shimano 9 and 10 speed compatibility?

A 9 speed rear dérailleur is not compatible with 10 speed. The width of the chain and the cogs is the biggest issue. The pulleys on a 10 speed dérailleur are narrower, and a 10 speed chain will not rest correctly on the jockey pulleys of a 9 speed dérailleur.

Can a 10 speed cassette fit on a 9 speed hub?

You can put a new 10 or 11 speed cassette on any of the older 9 speed hubs. So, regardless of brand, feel free to buy your wheels a nicely upgraded new steed.

Why are hubs loud?

Because loud hubs have more engagement points and pawls, they engage faster which makes pedaling quick. The fast engagement that occurs when you start pedaling results in less energy being lost through your pedals.

Are expensive bike hubs worth it?

Less expensive hubs are press fit together and can’t be opened for service. Higher end hubs can be more easily opened and repaired quickly.

What are hubs on a fat-bike?

Hubs make the wheels of your fat-bike go ’round. Or, at least, they are part of the equation. If you bought a stock fat-bike you likely didn’t give much thought to the different “standards” available but when it comes time to replace a hub or upgrade your fat-bike to a new model there are a few items to be aware of.

What is a nine freehub body?

Industry Nine Freehub bodies are machined in North Carolina and contain all necessary pawls, springs and bearings for servicing or converting their hubs. Convert or replace your existing Hydra mountain freehub body with this complete MicroSpline kit.

Where are Byby industry nine freehub bodies made?

by Industry Nine Industry Nine Freehub bodies are machined in North Carolina and contain all necessary pawls, springs and bearings for servicing or converting their hubs. Convert or replace your existing Hydra mountain freehub body with this complete XD1 11/12 spd kit.