Specifically, the Shimano Deore line.

So I need to upgrade my wheelset on th Masi. The rear developed linear cracks and is in for warranty. Likely I'll get the exact same wheel. Pff. Been there done that on another bike.

After doing some research I've decided to not go King/ Wood/ White, high for serviceability reasons.

The plan is handbuilt, shimano/ dt/ mavic combo. Balparking the set at 700 ish, depending on hub selection.

I want durability and rollability since it's likely weight will go up a bit. I will be going to 36 holes.

My question is this, which hubs lean more race, vs which ones lean more strength? Standard Deore will run me 100/pr. But the XTR can run up to 300/pr.

What differs in the slx and saint hubs? Help