I tend to like the sound of a loud, high-quality hub. I couldn't tell you exactly what it is, but high-quality sounds better. Mediocre just sounds noisy.
I recently purchased a MTB with an XTR rear bub. Apparently, it includes Shimano's "Scylence" technology which makes it almost completely silent. I find it quite odd.
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Last edited by Eric F; 07-11-22 at 03:16 PM.