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Wheels do influence comfort, though not necessarily in the way you might imagine.

The sound of the freehub and the volume of the hub are very important issues for many riders. In an article written in cooperation with Serwis Bajka, we explain what influences the work of the freehub, what is the significance of the type of clutch mechanism and what POE is.

We are proud to present three new wheel models that will officially debut in 2025. Take advantage of this unique opportunity – you can pre-order them during Black Friday at a promotional price. Importantly, all models are equipped with hooked rims, ensuring greater stability and safety.

A recent accident caused by a tire jumping off a hookless rim during a pro peloton race has sparked a series of controversies surrounding hookless rims. In this article, we answer the question of whether hookless rims are safe and what is causing the tire jumping problem.

This article discusses axle standards, hubs, and rotor mounting types. We address the compatibility of cassettes with Shimano HG, HG-EV, Microspline, Sram XDR, XD hubs, and explain which hub is needed for a Shimano 12s road cassette.

In our latest article, we discuss the impact of the width of bicycle rims on ride quality. We explore the changing trends in tire width and how these changes impact rim design. The article presents the advantages of wide rims, such as better grip, higher riding stability, and comfort, and discusses potential disadvantages. Additionally, you will find information on the compatibility of tires with different rim widths and how to choose the optimal width for your bike.

Hookless rims are slowly making their way into every cycling discipline. They first conquered the world of MTB, then appeared in gravel, and now also in road bikes. However, many people have doubts about their use in road cycling, mainly due to concerns about their lower tolerance for high tire pressure. In this article, we discuss the pros and cons of hookless rims.

Most road cyclists believe that they should inflate their tires to the maximum pressure allowed. In this post, we explain why this is not true and what “optimal” pressure is and how to choose it.

As of January 2022, we will no longer be servicing wheels that were not purchased from our shop. The only exceptions are new wheels “straight out of the box” and wheels from some premium manufacturers.

Most manufacturers offer spokes in a variety of profiles, shapes, and bend types. At first glance, they may all seem similar, but their properties and applications can be quite different. As we receive a lot of questions on this subject, we decided to shed some light on the types of spokes.

There is a lot of speculation and myths about tying and soldering spokes. A small part of riders and mechanics, especially older ones, still believe that this procedure brings a number of benefits, the most important of which is the alleged increase in wheel stiffness. So why is it currently so rare? Is no one in the 21st century have time for this? Or maybe it just … doesn’t make sense?

Cyclists like it when everything on their bikes runs smoothly, so any resistance is highly undesirable. To reduce drag to a minimum, so that all the generated power is converted into movement, a cyclist is even willing to sacrifice his family’s vacation budget to buy the best bearings for his bike. After watching a few suggestive videos showing wheels or cranks that, after replacing the bearings with ceramics, spin stubbornly for several minutes after a light push, the cyclist already knows that ceramics are the best choice. But will ceramic bearings really make you faster? Does how well the hubs

Despite the technological progress made in recent years, the problem of overheating carbon rim braking surfaces is still a current one. It seems that disc brakes will sooner replace rim brakes on the market than the problem will finally be solved. Are the bubbling, cracking braking surfaces on carbon rims the fault of the rim manufacturer, the wrong brake pads, or their incorrect adjustment? We will try to answer these questions.

Choosing the right spoke length is a critical factor in building wheels that will last for many miles. It is one of the most difficult and complex skills that a wheel builder should possess.

Before you take your wheels to a bike shop for truing, make sure the mechanic uses a spoke tension meter. Without this tool, it is practically impossible to build durable, stiff, and reliable wheels. How much is the most popular spoke tension meter on the market worth?