Hubs

Hey guys,I'm getting a new wheel built but I'm not too sure what hubs to go for.I can't afford Phil's(sucks being a student!) so i was wondering what the next best thing is?My options are:-Dura-Ace 7710

              -Dura-Ace 7600
              -Formula Track
              -Surly Track
              -Suzue ProMax SB
              -Suzue ProMax #1

Any advice greatly appreciated!

Prepare to get told you need Phils or Goldtecs, lots of previous threads on the subject depends on how much what you're going to need them for,plenty of cheaper options out there for genral use consider sealed if you are going to be riding through rain and wet etc. Formula and system x are good starting points, cheap and will do the job. Get more serious and things like Phils, Goldtec and rolls should be considered....

I'm also considering a wheel build. Have been looking at the formula, zenith and Miche Primato.

The Miche I have found for 46 quid a pair. Anyone got experience with these hubs on the streets?

formula and zenith are the hubs. made in the same factory. i've taken both apart and there's no difference.

www.outspokencycles.co.uk

formula and zenith are the hubs. made in the same factory. i've taken both apart and there's no difference.

www.outspokencycles.co.uk

Yeah I found that as well. The zeniths are available with a polished finish, which is what I want.

http://www.cyclebasket.com/products.php?plid=m9b0s415p1331

http://www.cyclebasket.com/products.php?plid=m9b0s414p1330

The rear is double fixed on the zeniths, well at least the one that you can get via the above link. Do you know if they are also available fixed/free?

The Miche I have found for 46 quid a pair. Anyone got experience with these hubs on the streets?

I've been using a rear primato on the street for three years, and it was used when I bought it. I've been very pleased. There's a fair bit of stuff on the forum about them.

Things to be aware of: the threading is Italian, so it's designed for a Miche or Campag sprocket. In practice, I've been running it with a DA with no problems. The difference in sprocket pitch is very small, and only becomes a problem if you switch between Italian and ISO sprockets - you're unlikely to do that. You will need to use the Miche lockring though. I've heard some people say the axle is also weirdly threaded, but mine is metric 10x1.

All in, a solid, cheap and simple hub. I think it fits where it sits in the pricerange: better finish than on-one/Formula etc. but no Phil/Goldtech. The CycleBasket £46 is, IMO, the best hub deal going. I'll probably get some for my new wheelbuild this month.

I've been using a rear primato on the street for three years, and it was used when I bought it. I've been very pleased. There's a fair bit of stuff on the forum about them.

Things to be aware of: the threading is Italian, so it's designed for a Miche or Campag sprocket. In practice, I've been running it with a DA with no problems. The difference in sprocket pitch is very small, and only becomes a problem if you switch between Italian and ISO sprockets - you're unlikely to do that. You will need to use the Miche lockring though. I've heard some people say the axle is also weirdly threaded, but mine is metric 10x1.

All in, a solid, cheap and simple hub. I think it fits where it sits in the pricerange: better finish than on-one/Formula etc. but no Phil/Goldtech. The CycleBasket £46 is, IMO, the best hub deal going. I'll probably get some for my new wheelbuild this month.

I'm glad to hear the positive feedback on them as at the price you do wonder. What kinda use has it been over the 3 years? Daily, all weather?

They come with the lock ring but I have read they are a standard thread. Whats standard? ISO?

I'm also considering a wheel build. Have been looking at the formula, zenith and Miche Primato.

The Miche I have found for 46 quid a pair. Anyone got experience with these hubs on the streets?

Miche Primatos are fine, I've got them on my Mercian and they roll lovely... Prone to rusty axles tho'...

I use EAI on my Miche and run fine too. Got them secondhand and no probs yet. Also got Suzue Promax SB and they are great also.

I'm glad to hear the positive feedback on them as at the price you do wonder. What kinda use has it been over the 3 years? Daily, all weather?

Yup, ridden prett much daily, ground up hills, and spending a lot of time locked up outside in the rain :(