E*Thirteen's revolutionary new Sidekick hub removes pedal feedback for a smoother, quieter ride. 

• No pedal kickback for unhindered suspension performance
• Adjustable deadband to suit your preference for engagement vs feedback
• Excellent rolling resistance for increased speed whilst off the brakes
• Near-silent operation and reduced chain slap makes for a quiet ride

These hubs are almost silent. We rate them a 1 out of 10 for loudness.

This is the hub of choice for the aspiring racer looking to get the most out of their bike whilst riding on the edge. 

Whilst we have no reports yet on durability, we note they have been tested on the WC circuit under the highest performing athletes on the globe. 

Front Sidekick hubs are not yet available in Australia, and are unreasonably expensive. For 15mm front axles, we pair Sidekick with a Yama hub in silver or black, and for 20mm axles we pair with a DT Swiss 350. 

You can read more at the manufacturer's website: https://www.ethirteen.com/products/sidekick-hubs?variant=51634011472242

Weights
148x12mm Boost, XD 450g
157x12mm Superboost, XD 461g
157x12mm, 7 spd 9-24t DM Cassette 629g

Reliable, excellent strength-to-weight ratio, and perfectly round from the factory. 

Setting the MTB alloy rim benchmark for the last five years.

FR541 - A must for gravity riders hard on their wheels, and e-bikes with the extra mass. All additional weight is in the flange for improved dent resistance.

XM481 - For Trail and All-Mountain wheelsets, and strong enough on the front of an Enduro bike. 

XR391 - Top of the line XC alloy rim with 25mm internal width to suit modern XC tyres.

GR531 - Made for Gravel riders, these rims sport a 24mm internal width to support modern gravel tyres

We don’t offer the EX511 as it’s just 10 grams lighter than the FR541 and materially weaker. Please contact us if you really want this rim. 

Alpina Raggi Spokes and Nipples

The highest quality spoke and nipples, made in Italy since 1926.

Alpina is famous for its automation, which ensures consistency and quality whilst manufacturing wheel components. Alpina Nyloc nipples are particularly innovative, with a high 12Nm of locking force consistent throughout the lifetime of the nipple, no matter how many times they are adjusted. All Alpina spokes are guaranteed to be made from the highest quality European wire, unlike some of its closest competitors.

The Alpina Lite spoke is a double butted round spoke directly equivalent to the DT Swiss Competition.

The Alpina Ultralite Aero spoke is a bladed spoke directly equivalent to a DT Swiss AeroLite. Swapping to the Ultralite Aero spoke saves approximately 100g on your wheelset.