Originally Posted by
DorkDisk
Wheels are the best upgrade you can make to any bicycle. A standard 105/Ultegra hub with Open Pro rims and double butted spokes will last a long time, is very strong, and fairly light. This is a good upgrade for people with OEM wheels. After that, the sky is the limit. A cheaper upgrade is tires and tubes
One advantage some high end hubs have is instant engagement. This is a big deal if you ratchet a lot.
What do you mean by "ratchet a lot"?
I'm totally unfamiliar with that term and have been pondering the quality of various hubs.