Why are Chris King hubs so loud?

Thanks! The voracity of the clicking or “buzz” is dictated primarily by both the number of pawls inside the hub as well as the strength of the springs that provide engagement. The larger the ratchet/pawl, the further it travels when engaging and the stronger the spring, the harder it hits the freewheel body.

What is Chris King hub?

Chris King hubs are known for innovative bearing and gearbox designs, exceptional durability, and for their brilliant jewel quality anodized colors and finishes. Rear R45 hubs employ King patented RingDrive gearboxes with 45 points of simultaneous engagement to get power to the ground quickly.

Where are Chris King hubs made?

Portland, OR
Each ISO hub is exclusively machined in our Portland, OR factory and are fully serviceable with a complete selection of replacement parts.

What kind of hubs does Chris King use?

Defined by a narrow hub body and low flanges the R45 front hub is a sleek base for the fastest wheels. Our bearings, available in steel and ceramic, have heat-treated, surgical grade steel races that are machined simultaneously, with tools of equal wear to ensure perfectly matched inner and outer races.

Where does Chris King precision components come from?

MADE IN THE U.S.A. SINCE 1976. Chris King Precision Components is a performance bicycle component manufacturer based in Portland, OR. Since 1976 we have been domestically producing bicycle parts of the highest quality.

How old are Chris King centerlock hubs and bearings?

As Chris King bearing tracks burnish they get faster with age and all our hubs and bearings are fully serviceable for years upon years of demanding use. We are taking extensive precautions to protect our employees and follow CDC and state guidelines.

What makes Chris King precision bearings so good?

Chris King Precision Components are long lasting, fully serviceable, and fast. With over 40 years of experience engineering bearings solely for bicycles, our components are the ideal balance of performance, weight, and strength.