Originally Posted by
uketastic
Scrod,
I'm looking to build up a nice rear wheel and I was debating between a PW or DA hub. What are your opinions on them, and which would you suggest? It's pretty much just city riding in Seattle, not track. I just want something that will be strong and ride really well
I had a Phil rear hub and thought it was stupid. They're heavy and mine kept slipping forward despite how hard I cranked down the bolts. DA hubs are nice but I wouldn't want to mess with servicing the bearings. I'd probably go with the low-flange DA 7710 hubs, which have sealed bearings.