Light weight fast rolling hubs

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oreoboreo
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by oreoboreo

I am looking at a new build and want to get a few opinions on hubs out there. Presently i have HED c2's with Chris King r45 and a couple of set of Dura Ace c24's and c35's along with a few Far sports wheelsets. I really like the Chris king but i keep reading that they are not really a smooth rolling hub due to seal drag? I am looking to build another set for a new bike and want a few opinions which i am sure there are a few here :)

Scott
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mariovalentim
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by mariovalentim

fast rolling hubs = loose ball bearings cup and cone hubs (shimano and campagnolo) but these are not light although they are easily serviceable and bombproof


rpenmanparker
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by rpenmanparker

There are no significant differences in the internal drag of decent quality hubs all the way up to the very best. As long as they are assembled/adjusted properly, the deceleration of a moving rider and bicycle due to the hub internals is just too small to notice. That's actually good news. One less thing you have to worry about.
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by zirinpio97

Carbon Ti or Extralight .

pletharoe
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by pletharoe

There are no significant differences in the internal drag of decent quality hubs all the way up to the very best. As long as they are assembled/adjusted properly, the deceleration of a moving rider and bicycle due to the hub internals is just too small to notice. That's actually good news. One less thing you have to worry about.


^^^This!^^^

Stiffness and reliability make more difference. I'm not even convinced about ceramic bearings as their load ratings are less than steel ones, so they wear out much faster.

oreoboreo
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by oreoboreo

Thanks all and thanks to NT, that article was really helpful.

Scott
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2011 Scott Addict R1 DA 7900 Matt black
2012 Scott CR1 Pro Ultegra 6700
2015 Specialized SWorks Tarmac Da 9000
2016 Specialized SWorks Tarmac DA 9100

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