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A Mountain Bike Hub Overview

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In mountain biking, the hub is one of the most crucial pieces in performance and reliability. Since there is a tremendous amount of torque and stress placed on the hub from jumps, aggressive climbs, and sharp cornering, mountain bike hubs need to be built to withstand these impacts without weighing down the bike. A durable bearing set, supported axle and sturdy hub flanges carve out a respectable MTB hubset. Freehub Engagement The other important factor to consider when choosing a mountain bike wheel is hub engagement. This is typically measured in degrees (the distance the freehub spins before engaging again) or P.O.E. (Points of Engagement).… Read More »A Mountain Bike Hub Overview

Choosing a Light for your Dynamo Setup

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Dynamo wheels have been a staple of bikepacking and touring for decades. Dynamo hubs work by acting as a generator to create an electric current to power a light, GPS, or charging device. With modern dynamo hubs creating very little rolling resistance in the front wheel, they become an essential tool for those who want to venture into remote parts of the world, where access to power may be limited. You can also roll deep into the night and not have to worry about your light running out of battery. Additionally, you can charge power banks or SRAM AXS batteries to keep everything in your… Read More »Choosing a Light for your Dynamo Setup