Gravel Cross Country Hubs - Recommendations?
Hello,
I am currently spec'ing A new gravel bike that I will be riding on the Trans Am route next year. This tour will probably be 20%+ on gravel and rail trails. I am looking for recommendations for bomb-proof hubs that will hold up to these conditions while requiring little or no maintenance i.e. well sealed. Here are some characteristics that I would like to see:
1. Prefer sealed cartridge bearings.
2. Well sealed freehub body to hub. A lot of hubs like my Phil wood FSC hub fail miserably in this regard.
3. Easily serviced and maintained if required.
4. Doesn't require $200 of specialized tools to work on or rebuild. Prefer standard/inexpensive tools.
What hub manufacturers and models should I add to my short list?
Thanks,
Steve