Bike Hubs

Bike Hubs are the powerhouse of your wheelset — defining how efficiently you roll, accelerate, and coast. Whether you're building a wheel from scratch or upgrading your setup, The Outdoor Warehouse carries a full range of road, mountain, fat, and internal gear hubs from DT Swiss, Chris King, Hope, Shimano, and Industry Nine.

From rear bike hubs with lightning-fast engagement to sealed bearing front hubs and internal gear hubs for commuters, we provide durable, precision-engineered solutions for every ride style.

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Hub Type Best For Key Features Top Brands
Front Hubs Road, MTB, Gravel Lightweight, smooth bearings, QR or thru-axle DT Swiss, Hope, Shimano
Rear Hubs All Bikes Freehub body, multiple driver types (HG, XD, Microspline) Chris King, Industry Nine, DT Swiss
Internal Gear Hubs Commuter, Touring, Cargo Bikes Sealed 3–14 speed gearing, low maintenance Rohloff, Shimano Nexus, Sturmey-Archer
Fat Bike Hubs Snow, Sand & Adventure 135–197mm spacing, sealed bearings Hope, DT Swiss, Sun Ringle
Electric Bike Hub Motors E-Bikes Integrated motor for pedal assist or full drive Bafang, Shimano STEPS

Bike Hub Compatibility Chart

Use this chart to match your hub’s axle, spacing, and driver body with your bike and drivetrain for optimal fit and performance.

Hub Standard Axle Type Spacing (mm) Freehub Type Best Use
Quick Release (QR) 9x100 / 10x135 130–135 Shimano HG Road & Commuter Bikes
Thru-Axle 12x100 / 12x142 142 Microspline / XD Gravel & MTB
Boost 15x110 / 12x148 148 XD / HG / MS Trail & Enduro MTB
Super Boost 15x110 / 12x157 157 XD Downhill & E-Bike
Fat Bike 15x150 / 12x197 190–197 HG / XD Fat, Snow, Sand Riding

Pro Tip

When upgrading bike hubs, confirm axle spacing, spoke count, and freehub driver compatibility. High-engagement hubs like DT Swiss Ratchet or Chris King R45 deliver faster power transfer and improved trail response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between front and rear hubs?
Front hubs control steering and hold the axle; rear hubs transfer power through the freehub body and engagement system.
Are all hubs compatible with any wheel?
No — match hub spacing, spoke count, and axle type to your rim and frame. Check our hub compatibility chart for reference.
What’s an internal gear hub?
It’s a rear hub with sealed gears (3–14 speeds) inside a maintenance-free housing — perfect for touring, e-bikes, or commuting.
How do I choose the right hub for my bike?
Match your frame’s dropout spacing and drivetrain type. For mountain bikes, choose Boost or Super Boost hubs; for road bikes, standard 12x142mm works best.
How can I make my bike hub louder?
Upgrade to a high-engagement hub like Hope Pro 4 or Industry Nine Hydra. These use faster pawl systems for a signature buzz sound.

Why Buy Bike Hubs from The Outdoor Warehouse?

  • Full range of road, MTB, fat, and internal gear hubs.
  • Top brands: DT Swiss, Chris King, Hope, Shimano, Industry Nine.
  • Expert-curated hub compatibility chart for easy upgrades.
  • Fast U.S. shipping and expert technical support.

Shop Bike Hubs at The Outdoor Warehouse — precision-engineered for speed, engagement, and durability.

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