Gav’s Tips for Whaka100

Originally published August 2021 I’ve competed in the Whaka’s 100km mountain bike race so many times I’ve lost count! Could be 8 or 10? Definitely one of the few in NZ that can say he is one of the originals still looking at lining up again come October. No matter what distance you are eyeing […]

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Hook vs Hookless

I’m asked a lot of questions about hooked and hookless rims.  We use both types depending on what the rim is designed for to maximize their pros and cons and a video seemed like a great way of explaining the differences between the two rim types.   So which is the best?  Well….both….

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Boston’s Ritchey Swiss Cross

Boston built his Swiss Cross with a Force 1x groupset and Garbruck chainring.  He’s matched a 38t chainring to a 11-40 cassette which is the perfect gearing for CX racing as well as faster gravel riding.  Boston’s long-and-low roadie position is evident with the 120mm 3T stem, 38cm compact drop bars, and Selle San Marco […]

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DT Swiss 180 v 240 v 350

Dt-Swiss are a shop favourite of ours. High quality finish, reliable, and they come in a plethora of options and sizes to suit all types of riding. In this video we aim to help you choose which hubs suits you! Do you have anymore questions you want answered? Let us know in the comments below!

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Hub Width Explained

Hub width standards seem to be never ending in the bike world. Every year a new ‘revolutionary’ standard is released. Use this video to confidently measure your hub width for buying parts or new wheels! Here is a list of all the “standards” currently being used in the bike industry:

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