Bicycle Mechanics - Were Shimano road hubs only available in 32spoke and below before 2006?

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guruguhan

11-05-06, 07:07 PM

Hi all,

I'm shopping around for Dura-Ace, Ultegra or 105 hubs and I've noticed I can't seem to find a 36H version before 2006. Just wondering if its because they weren't made in 36H before 2006 (Shimano road hubs).

Svr

11-05-06, 07:18 PM

Shimano 36 hole road hubs have always been available, but rare.

guruguhan

11-05-06, 07:37 PM

Ok, guess the search continues. Thanks Svr

TallRider

11-05-06, 07:55 PM

Nashbar currently has 105 8/9-speed 36-hole rear hubs.
36-spoke wheels were the norm through much of the 80's, but 32-spoke wheels have become the standard now. Shimano has never stopped making 36-hole hubs as Svr notes, but they've become quite rare.