Borriz Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 I'm avid supported of Avid rims when their teamed up with XT or XTR hubs. But the bling ones like Crossmax, Crosstrail and the like really seems great. But I've heard they're not suited for heavier (weight and or aggressiveness) riders. Even read write up saying "heavy riders might ride spokes off hubs" in Mountain Biking UK Any advise? Should I stay with my combinations or venture to something bling?
splat Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 Avid supporter of Mavic rims? Mavic rims are one thing, but their hubs and spokes are another story... Plenty threads here on The Hub about Mavic. The way to go is a well built custom wheelset. Chris King, Industry 9, Hope or XTR/XT hubs on Mavic 819 or Stans ZTR rims. Double butted spokes and brass nipples for durability, or DT Revolutions with coloured Alu nipples to match your hubs and skewers.
MoreTrails Posted March 24, 2009 Posted March 24, 2009 Mavic hubs are the bane of my life at the moment. THEY ARE ***. That free hub bushing system of theirs is a dumb idea on a mountain bike. Their rims are ace, probably hardest to beat. Get any other hub other than a Mavic and save yourself time, money, frustration..... Nukeproof have come out with some interesting hubs, well priced on CRC too. Then the tried and tested Hopes (mmmm) and of course you can not leave a thread on wheels without mentioning MR KING!!!!
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now