HUBS/SKEWERS
2012 CycleOps Powertap SL+ Wireless Disc Hub
The CycleOps PowerTap SL+ Disc hub represents a new era in mountain biking -- training with power. Training with power allows you to measure data that isn’t affected by internal or external forces. Power is power. And being able to measure it allows one to produce data that identifies ...read more
2012 CycleOps PowerTap Front Hub
No, this doesn't measure power. But it looks identical to the Power Tap SL and SL 2.4 rear hubs that do indeed measure power. Why does CycleOps choose to make a front hub? Because countless people outfit their bikes with a brand new wheelset altogether when they purchase a Power Tap. And the look of ...read more
2011 DT Swiss 190 Ceramic Rear Hub
If you're a road cyclist and you have a pulse, you're familiar with the ceramic bearing craze currently consuming the market. Why go ceramic? Because after reducing aerodynamic drag, a reduction in mechanical drag is the best thing you can do to make yourself ride faster for a given power output. ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s 10x135mm 6-Bolt Hub w/RWS
Italian ingenuity gave us the quick release. But leave it to Swiss precision to give us a needed update. It seems that for mountain bikes, the quick release is nearing the end of its course. Aggressive riders and more challenging trails give cause for more hub-in-frame stability, especially with ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s 12x142mm 6-Bolt Hub
For those confused by the ever-changing dimensional standards in the bicycle industry, here's one that makes good sense -- 12 x 142mm. In addition to the stiffness inherent in the 12mm thru-axle, this axle system has a few benefits that make it special. The DT Swiss 12 x 142mm 6-Bolt Hub combines ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s Road Rear Hub
Perhaps the only thing that defines a DT Swiss 240s Road Rear Hub more than its smooth bearing quality is the distinctive whir of the ratcheting freehub as you coast. It's akin to hearing a mid-engine V8 Ferrari off in the distance -- hear it and you know it. The 240s Rear Hub uses a forged ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s 135mm QR 6-Bolt Hub
Swiss precision can be seen and heard in DT Swiss rear hubs. The bearings run smooth and quiet behind contact-free seals while the famed Hügi internals freewheel with a distinctive and enjoyable whir. If you haven't been around cycling long enough to remember Hügi, ask your friends. When the hubs ...read more
2011 DT Swiss 190 Ceramic Front Hub
The DT 240s front hub has been a cult classic for awhile now. It gained a well-deserved reputation as a lightweight, durable, and supremely low-drag front hub, which culminated in its use in the entirety of the 2006 ProTour season by Team Phonak. They used Power Tap SL rear hubs, but their front ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s 15mm Thru Axle CL/6-Bolt Hub
Compared to traditional quick releases, a 15mm thru-axle offers better suspension function and more precise steering -- all good things. And you can still take your wheel off in a snap. Combine this with the quality and lightweight features of the DT Swiss 240s hubs, and the DT Swiss 240s 15mm ...read more
2012 DT Swiss 240s Oversize 20mm Thru Axle 6-Bolt Hub
Few hub manufacturers enjoy a reputation for quality like DT Swiss. DT's legendary 240s hubs combine flawless machine work with super high-quality stainless steel bearings. They're often the go-to hub of choice for those building a custom set of wheels due to their reputation for being light ...read more
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