Thread: Good Budget Touring Hubs?
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Originally Posted by shanabrook.jody
I just built my first wheel from an old Phil touring hub and a DT TK540 rim (front wheel). I'm currently building up a Bianchi as a touring bike and want to build a rear wheel but I'm not ready to shell out $450 for a matching Phil rear hub.

Suggestions for a good touring hub on a budget?
130mm- 105 or Ultegra.
135mm- Deore or Deore XT.

All are well made, sealed well, and easy to service. The Ultegra is really easy, actually.
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