Bicycle Mechanics - Rear road hub on 26" rim

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Chop61

04-06-11, 10:23 AM

Is there any reason why you can't lace a 26" rim to a rear road hub with 130mm spacing? Are there durability issues?

HillRider

04-06-11, 10:38 AM

No reason whatsoever. As long as the spoke count matched, go right ahead. MTB hubs are sometimes better sealed against water and dirt but, otherwise, they are the same.

Bianchigirll

04-06-11, 10:59 AM

I don't see anything worng with it, I am using MTB hubs on my road bikesw.

jimc101

04-06-11, 11:14 AM

Just that 5mm on the rear, if your frame will take it, and you are happy with the dishing, no other issues.