Originally published August 2021 I’ve competed in the Whaka’s 100km mountain bike race so many times I’ve lost count! Could be 8 or 10? Definitely one of the few in NZ that can say he is one of the originals still looking at lining up again come October. No matter what distance you are eyeing […]
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2022 DT Swiss 350 FULL BREAKDOWN | Weights, Features and Improvements from 2021
The 2022 version of the 350 hub is the first update to these hubs in about 15 years and we’re super excited to pull them apart and see all the upgrades! This video is a deep dive into the 2022 version of DT Swiss best-selling hub and an in-depth comparison to the 2021 version. Main […]
Continue readingHook vs Hookless
I’m asked a lot of questions about hooked and hookless rims. We use both types depending on what the rim is designed for to maximize their pros and cons and a video seemed like a great way of explaining the differences between the two rim types. So which is the best? Well….both….
Continue readingShimano Dura-ace 12 Speed | Does the cassette fit 11 speed hubs?
Will the 12 speed DuraAce road cassette fit onto my current wheels? Yes it will. Shimano did a great job of ensuring backwards compatibility. Let’s take a closer look at the new cassette and freehub body and see how this is possible. #DuraAceR9200#ShimanoDi2#ShimanoDuraAce
Continue readingBoston’s Ritchey Swiss Cross
Boston built his Swiss Cross with a Force 1x groupset and Garbruck chainring. He’s matched a 38t chainring to a 11-40 cassette which is the perfect gearing for CX racing as well as faster gravel riding. Boston’s long-and-low roadie position is evident with the 120mm 3T stem, 38cm compact drop bars, and Selle San Marco […]
Continue readingHow To Check Your Wheel Number
Each wheel has a unique number to make it easy to track it’s spec, history and the many other detailed notes we capture on every build. Here’s how to find your unique wheel number.
Continue readingHope Hub Comparison
In todays video we cover the changes Hope have made to their hubs over the past decade! From Pro 2 to Pro 2 EVO to the current model Pro 4. Like, Comment, Subscribe
Continue readingDT Swiss 180 v 240 v 350
Dt-Swiss are a shop favourite of ours. High quality finish, reliable, and they come in a plethora of options and sizes to suit all types of riding. In this video we aim to help you choose which hubs suits you! Do you have anymore questions you want answered? Let us know in the comments below!
Continue readingDT Swiss 240 EXP Hub Sound
Hear the DT Swiss 240 EXP hub sound! These hubs are available in a range of wheelsets on our online wheel-builder have a go! Build your set now! → https://www.wheelworks.co.nz/maker-ri…
Continue readingHub Width Explained
Hub width standards seem to be never ending in the bike world. Every year a new ‘revolutionary’ standard is released. Use this video to confidently measure your hub width for buying parts or new wheels! Here is a list of all the “standards” currently being used in the bike industry:
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