SKEWERS/HUBS
2009 CycleOps Power Tap SL+ Wireless Hub
Historically, one vocal point of criticism against Power Tap hubs have been their weight relative to a high-end non-powermeter hub like Campy, Shimano, or DT. Because the first-generation hub weighed as much as triple a lightweight rear hub, and because riders have become obsessed with wheel ...read more
2009 CycleOps Power Tap Pro+ Wireless Hub
If you've read any of the blogs by pro cyclists, you've probably noticed a funny thing: They talk about four numbers almost to exclusion. They reference watts generated, kilojoules burned, number of vertical feet climbed and duration of effort. Numbers like speed are mentioned, if at all, in ...read more
2009 CycleOps Power Tap 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
2009 Shimano Dura Ace HB-7900 Front Hub
The heart of the Shimano Dura-Ace HB-7900 Front Hub is its oversized aluminium axle, making it both light and rigid. And from a mechanic's point of view the upkeep of the hub is now easier with Shimano's updated "digital click" method of adjusting the bearings which doesn't require tools. You ...read more
2009 DT Swiss RWS Titanium Quick Release Skewers
The DT Swiss RWS Skewer system takes the quick release in a new direction. Laufradbefestigungssystem, or in English, a Ratchet Wheelmounting System (RWS). It has the springs, adjustable nut, and shaft of a quick release, but in place of a lever attached to a cam, there's a lever attached to a bolt ...read more
2009 Shimano Dura Ace FH-7900 Rear Hub
The lightness of the Shimano Dura-Ace FH-7900 Rear Hub comes from its titanium freehub body and aluminium axle. And from a mechanic's point of view the upkeep of the hub is now easier with Shimano's updated "digital click" method of adjusting the bearings, something that can be done tool-free. ...read more
2008 Shimano Dura Ace 7800 Quick Release Skewers
These are the real McCoy: The exact pair of skewers Shimano supplies with their Dura Ace 7800 10-speed hubs, as well as their pro-caliber WH-7800 series wheelsets. Sure, the shafts on these are steel, not Ti like some of the other high end skewers out there. But for goodness sakes the pair only ...read more
2009 Campagnolo Quick Release Skewers
There are countless upsides to buying a set of Campy high-end pre-built wheels. Performance, durability, beauty -- it's a total package. There are small bonuses, too, when you get a set of Boras or Hyperons, one of which is that you get a set of Campy's newly re-designed quick release skewers. ...read more
2009 Campagnolo Record Front Hub
Features a featherlight 7075 alloy axle and an oversized hubshell, adjustable bearings of unmatched quality, a lubrication port, and alloy locknuts. 181g, which includes the weight of the beautiful quick release skewer. The ideal choice for a high-end failproof wheel. Includes skewer. Available in ...read more
2009 Campagnolo Record Rear Hub
Features a featherlight 7075 alloy axle, oversized hubshell, and freehub body. You get adjustable bearings of unmatched quality, a lubrication port, and alloy locknuts. Titanium pawls within the free hub body keep it as light as possible. 316g, which includes the weight of the beautiful quick ...read more
