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11-05-08 | 08:11 AM

BikeWNC

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Rear Hub Question

I want to build a rear wheel with a Fixed/SS combo, would it be better to use a fixed/fixed hub (Formula or DA) with a White Ind. freewheel or a Phil Wood Fixed/Free hub? Which would be the least maintenance or worry in the long run?

11-05-08 | 08:34 AM

jlin

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people have given rave reviews about the quality, durability, and easy maintenance of phil wood hubs.

11-05-08 | 11:53 AM

chaosismax

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phil wood

11-06-08 | 06:00 PM

yahnming

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more expensive usually means less maintenance. haven't used phil woods but i've hear great great things.

11-06-08 | 07:32 PM

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Phil Woods. Smooooth. Maintenance free (nearly). Last forever. Heavy. Expensive.

11-06-08 | 07:47 PM

BikeWNC

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Yeah, I think I'll build the rear with a Phil Wood low flange hub. Probably 32 spoke 3 cross with an Aerohead rim. Front wheel will most likely be a White Ind. H2 hub with an Aerohead rim but still not sure about the lacing, radial or 2x.