FAQ
Note: Hub Version code (eg V33, V34..) is marked adjacent the date code: Where can I find my Product Date Code?
Race SL Hub - V40 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2024)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Optimus: Race Alloy, and Race Carbon
- Sylvan: Race Alloy, and Race Carbon
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
- Silver/Grey Decal
- Updated Aluminum or Steel Axle with quick-thread endcap system
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Axle Kits for 148mm Boost hubshell:
- Lightweight Alloy: HBS40-119 (Only compatible with 148mm hubs)
- Heavy Duty Steel: HBS40-118 (Only compatible with 148mm hubs)
- Freehub Bodies for this hub are available in two different engagement options a Heavy duty 3-Pawl version with 6-degree engagement; and a 4-Pawl 3-degree version, with offset 2 pawl engagement.
- SRAM XD 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-112
- SRAM XD 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-109
- Shimano HG 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-114
- Shimano HG 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-110
- Shimano Microspline 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-113
- Shimano Microspline 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-110
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Race Alloy Hub - V40 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2024)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Grapple Enduro: Race Alloy, and Race Carbon
- Boost 148 Spacing only
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
- Silver/Grey Decal
- Updated Aluminum or Steel Axle with quick-thread endcap system
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6903 HBS30-107
- Axle Kits:
- Lightweight Alloy: HBS40-119 (Only compatible with 148mm hubs)
- Heavy Duty Steel: HBS40-118 (Only compatible with 148mm hubs)
- Freehub Bodies for this hub are available in two different engagement options a Heavy duty 3-Pawl version with 6-degree engagement; and a 4-Pawl 3-degree version, with offset 2 pawl engagement.
- SRAM XD 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-112
- SRAM XD 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-109
- Shimano HG 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-114
- Shimano HG 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-110
- Shimano Microspline 3-Pawl/6-degree: HBS40-113
- Shimano Microspline 4-Pawl/3-degree: HBS40-110
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Race Alloy E*Spec Hub - V40 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2024)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Grapple E*Spec: Race Alloy, and Race Carbon
- Boost 148 Spacing only
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
- Silver/Grey Decal
- Steel Axle with Pinch-bolt end cap
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 HBB.6804T-2032.N
- Axle Kit: Contact Support
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBS40-115
- Shimano HG: HBS40-117
- Shimano Microspline: HBS40-116
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Race Alloy DH Hub - V40 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2024)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Grappler DH: Race Alloy, and Race Carbon
- Integrated 7-Speed Cassette
- 150/157 Rear Spacing (adjustable with endcap plugs)
- Silver/Grey Water Decal
- Steel Axle, threaded endcap
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6903
- Axle Kit: Contact Support
- Endcap Plugs (adjust between 150/157): HBE.G20-UNV.K
- Freehub Bodies - Only compatible with LG1 7 Speed integrated Cassettes: 9-24T Range FWS20-121
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
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XCX Gravel Rear Hub
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- XCX Race Carbon Gravel Wheels
- XCX Alloy Gravel Wheels
- 142 Spacing only
- Marked "XCX e*thirteen" on hubshell
- Hub is specifically designed for use with straight pull spokes
- XCX Gravel specific Aluminum Axle with quick-thread endcap system
- Compatible with XDR, HG and Campagnolo N3W drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Axle Kit: HBS50-102
- Freehub Bodies:
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Piedmont Race Rear Hub
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Piedmont Race Carbon Gravel Wheels
- Piedmont Race Alloy Gravel Wheels
- 142 Spacing only
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Wrap around E*Thirteen Logo Graffic on hubshell
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Hub is specifically designed for use with straight pull spokes
- Piedmont Gravel specific Aluminum Axle with quick-thread endcap system
- Compatible with XDR, and HG drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Axle Kit: HBS50-108
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XDR: HBS50-106
- Shimano HG: HBS50-107
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Note: Hub Version code (eg V33, V34..) is marked adjacent the date code: Where can I find my Product Date Code?
SL Hub - V33 - V35 Gen 3 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2019 through 2023)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- TRS: Base, Plus and Race Models
- LG1 EN: Base, Plus and Race Models
- Espec: 2020 and newer, Base and Plus models
- Boost 148 Spacing only
- (V34 SL Only - shown below) Marked Race on the hub shell, silver/gray water transfer decal
- (V35 Only - not show) Silver/grey vinyl decal marked e*thirteen
- Aluminum Axle with quick-thread endcap system found on TRS & LG1 EN Wheels
- Steel axle requiring cone wrenches for tightening found on e*spec Base & e*spec Plus wheels.
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6903 HBS30-107
- Axle Kit: (axle kits listed below are cross compatible)
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
SL Hub - V30-33 Gen 3 Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2018 through 2023)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- TRS: Base, Plus and Race Models
- TRS Race SL
- LG1 EN: Base, Plus and Race Models
- Non-Boost 135/142mm or Boost 148mm Spacing (QR141 possible with replaceable endcap plugs)
- Glossy sticker on hub shell
- Steel Axle, threaded endcap
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6903 HBS30-107
- Axle Kit:
- Axle/Endcap Plugs (for steel axle system only): Converts non-boost hub between 142x12 and 135 QR or converts boost hub between 148 Thru or 141QR: HBE.G20-UNV.K
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
V40 e*spec Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2018 through 2023)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- Espec Race - All model years
- Espec Base and Plus: 2020 and older
- Boost 148 Spacing only
- Marked e*spec on hub shell, gloss sticker shell decal
- Steel Axle with Pinch-bolt end cap
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 HBB.6804T-2032.N
- Axle Kit: HBS40-102
- Freehub Bodies:
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
V40 XCX Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2020 through 2023)
- Boost 148 Spacing only
- Marked e*thirteen and XCX on hub shell, gloss black sticker on shell
- XCX specific Aluminum Axle with quick-thread endcap system
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 1X 6803 (TBD), 1X 6903 HBS30-107
- Axle Kit: HBS40-105
- Freehub Bodies:
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
V3x Race/Plus/Base DH Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2017 through 2023)
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- LG1 DH - All model years
- Integrated 7-Speed Cassette
- 150/157 Rear Spacing (adjustable with endcap plugs)
- Race: Silver/Grey Water Decal, Plus/Base: Gloss black sticker
- Steel Axle, threaded endcap
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 HBB.6804T-2032.N
- Axle Kit: HBS30-100
- Endcap Plugs (adjust between 150/157 or 150QR if you dare): HBE.G20-UNV.K
- Freehub Bodies - Only compatible with LG1 7 Speed integrated Cassettes: 9-24T Range FWS20-121; or 9-21T FWS10-104 (Discontinued)
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
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XCX Gravel Rear Hub
- Complete wheel models using this hub type:
- XCX Race Carbon Gravel Wheels
- XCX Alloy Gravel Wheels
- 142 Spacing only
- Marked "XCX e*thirteen" on hubshell
- Hub is specifically designed for use with straight pull spokes
- XCX Gravel specific Aluminum Axle with quick-thread endcap system
- Compatible with XDR, HG and Campagnolo N3W drivers
Service Parts:
- Hub Shell Bearings: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Axle Kit: HBS50-102
- Freehub Bodies:
Piedmont Race Alloy, XCX Alloy, and XCX Race Carbon Gravel wheels use rims with a 24mm inside width and hookless bead sidewalls.
Piedmont Race Carbon Gravel wheels use rims with a 26mm inside width and hookless bead sidewalls.
Compatible Tire Width: Rims with a 24mm inside width are compatible with 32-57mm tire widths. 38-47mm is recommended for optimal tire profile.
Rims with a 26mm inside width are compatible with 35-58mm tire widths. 45-55mm is recommended for optimal tire profile.
Pressure: Maximum pressure rating for XCX and Piedmont wheels is 60 PSI. As such, XCX and Piedmont wheels are NOT compatible with high pressure road tires or any tire requiring above a 60 PSI operating pressure.
Hooked vs Hookless tire compatibility: We are not currently aware of any gravel tires on the market which require a hooked rim for compatibility. However, if you have concerns please reach out to the manufacture of the tire in question if you have doubts or questions about compatibility with hookless rims.
What does your hub look like?
Note: Legacy hubs may be identified visually by the images below, or by date code. Where can I find my Product Date Code?
Gen 2 Race Carbon Shell Rear hub - Pinch-clamp axle (2014 - 2016)
- date code years G through I
- Non-Boost or Boost 148 Spacing
- QR135, 12mmX135 possible on non-boost hubs with replaceable endcap plugs
- QR141 or 12mmX141 possible on boost hubs with replaceable endcap plugs
- Carbon Shell Body bonded to aluminum flanges
- Marked Race on the hub shell, Red Lettering
- Steel axle, left hand threaded end-cap with pinch bolt.
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Rear Hub Shell Bearings:
- Drive Side: 6804 HBB.6804T-2032.N
- Disc Side: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Use Non-boost Axle Kit: HBS20-102
- Use Boost Axle Kit: HBS20-101
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
TRS Race Carbon Shell Rear hub - Gen 2 Threaded steel axle (2016 - 2018)
- date code years I through J
- Non-Boost or Boost 148 Spacing
- QR135, 12mmX135 possible on non-boost hubs with replaceable endcap plugs
- QR141 or 12mmX141 possible on boost hubs with replaceable endcap plugs
- Carbon Shell Body bonded to aluminum flanges
- Marked "trs r" or "race" on the hub shell, white/grey decals
- Steel axle, right-hand threaded end-cap
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Rear Hub Shell Bearings:
- Drive Side: 6804 HBB.6804T-2032.N
- Disc Side: 6902 HBB.6902T-1528.N
- Use Non-boost Axle Kit: HBS20-102
- Use Boost Axle Kit: HBS20-101
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
Plus/Base Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2014 through 2018)
- Non-Boost or Boost 148 Spacing
- date code years I through L
- White Water Slide decal or Glossy sticker on hub shell, depending on model year
- Steel Axle, threaded endcap
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Rear Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 Drive Side / 6902 Non-drive sode
- Axle Kit:
- Endcap Plugs (148 Thru or 141QR if you dare): HBE.G20-UNV.K
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
TRS Mountain Bike Rear Hub (2012 through 2014)
- Non-Boost Spacing
- date code years E through G
- Carbon Shell bonded to aluminum flanges, gold endcaps
- Gold and White e+thirteen logo, water slide decal on hub shell
- Gen1 Axle: Threade end-caps, set screw locking
- Steel Axle, left hand threaded endcap with pinch bolt
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Service Guide - Gen1 Axle
- Rear Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 both sides
- Axle Kit:
- Endcap Plugs (148 Thru or 141QR if you dare): HBE.G20-UNV.K
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
XCX Mountain Bike Rear Hub (Gen1, 2012 through 2013)
- Non-Boost Spacing
- date code years E through G
- Machined Aluminum one-piece shell
- Gold and White e+thirteen logo, water slide decal on hub shell
- Gen1 Axle: Threaded 2-piece locking endcap
- Compatible with XD, HG and Microspline drivers
Service Parts:
- Service Guide - Gen1 Axle
- Rear Hub Shell Bearings: 6804 both sides
- Axle Kit: N/A - Replace with XXX
- Freehub Bodies:
- SRAM XD: HBF.UNV-XD6D.K
- Shimano HG: HBF.UNV-6D.K
- Shimano Microspline: HBS30-102
- Freehub Refresh Kit: HBF.UNV-REF.N
Spoke noise is typified by a pinging or popping during the loading of a wheel. It is much more common with black spokes due to the finishing process. It can occur during pedaling, braking or in some cases by simply riding the bike as the rider weight loads and unloads spokes in areas where the wheel is contacting the ground.
In some cases, spoke noise will go away on it's own but in other cases it requires lubing the location where the noise is originating from. In severe cases, it may require detensioning the wheel to allow the lubrication to penetrate the the problem area effectively.
Should you be experiencing spoke noise, our first recommendation is to use a light, teflon based lube such as Tri-flo to lube the following locations: Any and all locations where the spokes cross each other or the flange of the hub, spoke heads where the seat in the hub flange and the nipple/rim interface. It's best to remove your brake rotor during this process to avoid contamination and provide better access to disc side spokes. It may take a few rides for the lube to work its way into the problem areas and the popping/pinging to stop.
If the above step does not resolve the issue, it may be necessary to detension the wheel and repeat the process using a grease formulated for moving surfaces such as Slick Honey. Using an air compressor with pointed tip can assist with moving the grease into the hard to reach locations around the spoke heads.
What are the differences between the alloy TRS/LG1 Base Level and TRS/LG1 Plus Level rims?
Our TRS Base and LG1 Base rims are our entry level OEM offerings. They generally use an entry level aluminum alloy and a sleeved and pinned rim junction where the seam is visible at the junction location opposite of the valve stem.
Our TRS Plus and LG1 Plus rims will use higher quality aluminum alloys and a welded junction which is then sanded before finishing making the seam invisible on the outside of the rim when the tire is installed.
From a functionality standpoint, the alloy found on our higher end Plus level rims is both lighter AND stronger than the alloy on our base level rims. If you have dented or are looking to upgrade your stock base level OEM rims, our Plus level rims will be a stronger and lighter option.
Can I replace bearings in e*thirteen freehub bodies?
Answer:
While the bearings in e*thirteen HG, XD and MS freehub bodies are replaceable, we generally recommend replacing the freehub body unit itself rather than just replacing bearings. This is because pawls, springs and to an extent driver bodies are wear-and-tear items. Pawls wear, springs loose their force and pawl pockets on the driver body can wear and open up over time. Since all our drivers come with new pawls and springs, it's best to replace the whole unit.
HUBS
PIEDMONT CORE REAR HUB
142x12mm / 24 SPOKE
Disc: C-F 30.5mm, Diameter Ø 36mm
Drive: C-F 18mm, Diameter Ø 47 mm
PIEDMONT CORE FRONT HUB
100x12/15mm / 24 SPOKE
Disc: C-F 23mm, Diameter Ø 37mm
Drive: C-F 29.5mm, Diameter Ø 37mm
PIEDMONT RACE REAR HUB
142x12mm / 24 SPOKE
Disc: C-F 34.1mm, Diameter Ø 36.9mm
Drive: C-F 15.2mm, Diameter Ø 57.3 mm
PIEDMONT RACE HUB FRONT CH-1193
100x12/15mm / 24 SPOKE
Disc: C-F 21.2mm, DiameterØ 37.6mm
Drive: C-F 37.6mm, Diameter Ø 33.6mm
RIMS
PIEDMONT RACE CARBON RIM
700c 24H
ERD 577 mm
ETRTO 622x26
PIEDMONT ALLOY: RACE AL6069 / CORE AL6066
700c 24H
ERD 577 mm
ETRTO 622x24
This article will assist with identifying the source of play/looseness in rear hubs.
Notes:
- As a first step, ensure that the play is isolated to the rear hub. Oftentimes frame linkage looseness can mimic a loose rear hub. This is best done by replicating the play when then wheel/hub is clamped in a different frame or trueing stand.
- SL hubs using alloy axles will have a 3-5mm of axle freeplay when the wheel is off the bike. This play will go away once the wheel is clamped in the frame. See this FAQ
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Potential Issue: Loose bearing press in drive side hub shell.
In some cases play can develop if the drive side bearing bore in the hub shell has slightly opened and the bearing no longer presses in place but rather sits loose inside the bore.
Verification Procedure: Check integrity of drive side hub shell bearing press. This can be done by removing the bearings and checking if the driveside bearing presses into place with minimal force or if outer bearing race can be moved when installed in hub shell. See images below
Solution:
- Remove the driveside hub shell bearing and clean outer race and hub shell bearing bore interface. Reinstall using Loctite 638 or similar type sleeve retainer.
- File warranty claim here.
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Potential Issue: Steel Boost 148mm Axle with too short grind location.
Note: Only applies to hubs with steel axles - not applicable for alloy axles
A small batch of early boost hubs had an axle grind distance which was too short and stopped before reaching the drive side hub shell bearing which could result in a small amount of play. See photo below (Note measurements are without endplugs installed).
Verification Procedure: Measure axle grind distance. Verify using image below.
Solution: Replace Steel Axle. If under warranty, file warranty claim on our support site. If not under warranty, replace with HBS20-101
Here is some info that will assist with wheel building and calculating spoke length with e*thirteen rims and hubs.
Effective Rim Diameter (ERD):
- Your rims ERD is printed on a decal opposite of the valve hole.
- If the decal has been removed and you need to measure ERD, here is how you do that.
Critical Hub Dimensions:
- Flange diameter and center-to-flange measurements are printed on all our hub shell bodies on the decal between the flanges. Please reference you hub for these measurements.
- Spoke hole diameter: 2.6mm
Spokes and Nipples
- Spoke Spec and Recommendations
- e*thirteen Wheel Spoke Lengths
- Nipple Size: We use 12mm nipples on all our MTB wheels. Gravel wheels use 16mm nipples
- Nipple Material: Our Base level wheels use black brass nipples and our Plus and Race level wheels use black alloy nipples with preapplied thread-locker.
- Nipple Washers: We recommend using round nipple washers on all wheel builds. The nipple washers we use are 0.3mm stainless steel and concave.
- Recommended Spoke Tension: We recommend 110-130 kgf for spoke tension.
Spoke Lacing Patterns
- All MTB wheels use a 3x spoke pattern and lacing directions shown in the image below.
Answer: No, it is not possible to replace the integrated 7-speed cassette on LG1 hubs with a different freehub body or cassette.
The integrated 7-speed cassette on LG1, LG1+ and LG1r rear hubs are narrower than a standard 11 or 12 speed freehub body. We made the cassette narrower so we could move the drive-side hub flange outboard to build a stiffer, stronger wheel. As a result, it is not possible to install a standard freehub body on these hubs, as they are too wide to fit!
We offer replacement integrated cassettes as a service part so you can continue to enjoy your LG1 hub for years to come: FWS10-104 LG1 7 speed integrated cassette
15mm Thru Axles
The endcap you require will depend on the size of the bearings in your front hub. The vast majority of front hubs e*thirteen has produced use 6805 cartridge bearings and require HBS20-103. HBS20-103 works on both boost and non-boost 15mm hubs.
e*thirteen has also produced front hubs which use 6804 cartridge bearings. The best way to identify which endcap you need is to measure the OD (Outside Diameter) of the bearing or bearing bore in the hub shell.
6805 bearings measuring 37mm OD: use endcap part number HBS20-103 for the standard endcaps or if you are running a Torque Cap™️ compatible hub part number HBS20-100.
6804 bearings measuring 32mm OD: use endcap part number HBS20-105 or if you are running a Torque Cap™️ compatible hub part number HBS30-108.
20mm Thru Axles
In 2018 the first Boost 20mm DH Forks hit the market. Because of the differences in spacing, you cannot convert your old 110x20mm non-boost hub to a 110x20mm Boost hub by simply switching endcaps as the hub shell assembly itself is different. You can however, convert a 15x110 boost hub (with 6805 bearings) to a 20x110mm boost hub by purchasing HBS30-101 Boost 20mm endcaps.
Selecting endcaps:
Reference your DH fork manufacture to determine if you have a boost or non-boost fork.
- If you have a non-boost 20mm fork, HBE.TLPA-2010.K should be purchased for use with a non-boost hub shell assembly.
- If you have a boost fork HBS30-101 should be purchased for use with an LG1 boost hub shell assembly.
2010 to Current TRS, LG1, SL, Chub or non-category front hubs
The vast majority of these hubs will use a 6805 cartridge bearing. However, there were several production runs of hubs which utilize a 6804 cartridge bearing. The best way to identify which you need is to measure the OD (Outside Diameter) of the bearing or bearing bore in the hub shell.
A hub using 6805 bearings will measure 37mm OD:
A hub using 6804 bearings will measure 32mm OD:
2019 - Current XCX MTB
All XCX MtN front hubs use 6803 bearings.
2021 - Current XCX Gravel hubs
All XCX Gravel front hubs use 6902 bearings.
We recommend DT Swiss spokes if you need to replace a broke spoke on your wheel or rebuild your wheel.
Here are the DT Swiss spoke models that come stock on each current wheels:
XCX Wheels
Base level wheels: |
DT Swiss Competition™️ |
Plus level wheels: |
DT Swiss Competition Race™️ |
Race level wheels: |
DT Swiss Revolution™️ |
TRS, LG1 EN, and LG1 DH Wheels
Base level wheels: |
DT Swiss Champion™️ |
Plus level wheels: |
DT Swiss Competition™️ |
Race level wheels: |
DT Swiss Competition Race™️ |
You can find the spoke lengths you need for your wheel here: e*thirteen Wheel Spoke Lengths
Nipples: We use 12mm nipples on all our wheels. Our Base level wheels use black brass nipples and our Plus and Race level wheels use black alloy nipples.
Nipple Washers: We recommend using of nipple washers on all wheelbuilds. The nipple washers we use are 0.3mm stainless steel.
We recommend 110-130 kgf for spoke tension.
Spoke breakage can be caused by a number different things - everything from rocks/sticks to incorrect tension, corroded nipples, or faulty spokes.
It's not uncommon for a single spoke failing to lead to failures of additional spokes, due to the increased tension put on the remaining spokes when a single one breaks. Once you have broken 3 spokes on a wheel, we recommend a rebuild as the likelihood of repeated failures in greatly increased.
When replacing a spoke it is important that spokes surrounding the failed spoke are detensioned and then the entire section of the wheel brought is back up to tension together. It is also critical that a spoke tensionmeter is used to verify correct tension. We recommend 110-130kgf when measured with the tire off the rim.
Here are the spokes we recommend as replacements: What replacement spokes do you recommend?
Here are the spoke lengths for our wheels: e*thirteen Wheel spoke lengths
We recommend 110-130kgf. This measurement should be made with the tire removed or fully deflated.
In general, dented alloy rims are almost always a result of inadequate tire pressure, and are not a warranty issue.
Some riders prefer to run low tire pressure to achieve added traction, with the understanding that their rim may contact the ground, potentially causing dents. These riders need to consider rims as consumable items which need regular replacing. Riders who want to avoid dents entirely need to run higher pressure than those willing to sacrifice possible denting in exchange for added traction.
Alternatively, running a tire with a heavier duty casing, a tire insert, or a rim designed for heavier impacts such as our Grappler or LG1 DH rims will improve dent resistance.
Here is some info on tire pressures we recommend to avoid denting: What tire pressure should I run?
Our carbon rims are World Cup DH proven under Aaron Gwin and have among the best impact strength of any carbon rims we have tested. Because of this we offer a LIFETIME WARRANTY on all e*thirteen carbon rims. For specific details on how the warranty works please reference our carbon rim warranty page here.
**Always cross reference this info with the Max PSI of the tires you are running and do not exceed the lower of the tire or rim number**
- XCX Gravel Carbon and Alloy Rims: 60 PSI / 4.1 bar **(NOT compatible with high pressure road tires)**
- XCX MTB, TRS, LG1 in both carbon and alloy versions: 40 PSI / 2.7 bar
There are a number of reasons why your wheels may detention or come out of true.
Newly built wheels have an initial "break-in" period where loading the wheel during the first few rides can cause spokes to settle, wind-up to detention and in some cases spoke nipples loosen. Many bike shops and wheel builders will offer an initial check-up to be done after the first few rides, when the tension is checked and adjustments are made to return the wheels tension and trueness. The need for an initial check up is the same when the wheels come stock on a new bike and tension/trueness should be checked after the first few rides. This positively impacts the long-term reliability of your wheels and is strongly recommended.
My wheel is out of true.
Wheels become out of true if the rim is overloaded and deformed from a heavy impact or repeated impacts. It is normal to need to true up your wheels from time to time over the life of the wheels. Wheels with lower end rims will require more frequent trueing and tensioning than higher end rims which resist dents and deflections better resulting in less stress placed on spokes and nipples.
My wheel has fully detensioned
Wheels can fully detension if a set of spokes begin to loosen and they are not brought back up to correct tension before extensive riding or if tension was not consistent when they were brought back up to tension. If you experience a full detentioning of your wheels, we recommend removing the tire, bringing the wheel back up to tension (verify using tension meter), and applying Spoke Freeze (made by DT Swiss™️). The wheel should not be ridden until the Spoke Freeze is fully set - generally 24-48 hours in normal environmental conditions.
Here are 2 critical tips for anytime you are working on your wheels:
Tip #1: Tension spokes properly using a spoke tension meter
If you are regularly having to retension your wheels, or find your spokes won't stay tight, this could be due to the starting tension being too low (we recommend 110-130kgf) or nipples slowly loosening each time the spoke detensions slightly when it's facing towards the ground while you are riding. Measuring spoke tension as you tighten the spokes is critical. If you plan to do the work yourself you should invest in a quality spoke tension meter, such as the ones made by Park Tool™️ or DT Swiss™️.
Tip#2: Apply thread-locking compound to spokes before tensioning and trueing
The nipples we spec are precoated with thread-locker. However, repeated truing and/or retensioning can cause this thread-locker to become less effective over time, and potentially result in repeated spoke loosening.
The solution is to bring your wheels up to tension (110-130kgf) and then use a product called Spoke Freeze, made by DT Swiss™️. Drip the Spoke Freeze at the end of the the nipple near the wrench flats where the small gap exists between the spoke and nipple. 1 small drop per nipple and then spin the wheel for a few minutes allowing the centrifugal force to pull the drop outwards toward the threads. Let the compound cure for 24-48 hours before your next ride.
Please note, spoke lengths are for e*thirteen complete wheels only. If you are building custom wheels, your wheel builder will need to calculate spoke lengths for your specific wheels.
*We use and recommend 12mm spoke nipples on all our builds.
*We strongly recommend using nipple washers with all wheelbuilds and/or spoke nipple replacements.
*Recommended spoke tension on all wheels: 110-130kgf.
Model Year | Model | Front Disc Side | Front Drive Side | Rear Disc Side | Rear Drive Side |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2024+ | Piedmont Race Alloy 700c 24mm | - | - | - | - |
Optimus Race Alloy 29" 28mm | 295 | 297 | 296 | 294 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 278 | 277 | 275 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy 29" 30mm | 294 | 296 | 296 | 294 | |
Grappler Race Alloy EN 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 278 | 278 | 276 | |
Grappler Race Alloy EN 29" 30mm | 295 | 297 | 297 | 295 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy E*spec 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 278 | 272 | 270 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy E*spec 29" 30mm | 294 | 296 | 294 | 296 | |
Grappler Race Alloy E*spec EN 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 278 | 274 | 271 | |
Grappler Race Alloy E*spec EN 27.5" Rear 35mm | n/a | n/a | 271 | 268 | |
Grappler Race Alloy E*spec EN 29" 30mm | 295 | 297 | 293 | 290 | |
Grappler Race Alloy DH 27.5" 30mm | 271 | 273 | 274 | 274 | |
Grappler Race Alloy DH 29" 30mm | 290 | 292 | 293 | 293 | |
Piedmont Race Carbon 700c 24mm | - | - | - | -v | |
Optimus Race Carbon 29" 28mm | 293 | 295 | 293 | 291 | |
Sylvan Race Carbon 27.5" 30mm | 274 | 276 | 275 | 273 | |
Sylvan Race Carbon 29" 30mm | 292 | 294 | 293 | 291 | |
Grappler Race Carbon EN 27.5" 30mm | 274 | 276 | 276 | 274 | |
Grappler Race Carbon EN 29" 30mm | 292 | 294 | 294 | 292 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy E*spec 27.5" 30mm | 274 | 276 | 270 | 268 | |
Sylvan Race Alloy E*spec 29" 30mm | 292 | 294 | 288 | 286 | |
Grappler Race Carbon E*spec EN 27.5" 30mm | 273 | 275 | 271 | 268 | |
Grappler Race Carbon E*spec EN 27.5" Rear 35mm | n/a | n/a | 269 | 266 | |
Grappler Race Carbon E*spec EN 29" 30mm | 292 | 294 | 289 | 286 | |
Grappler Race Carbon DH 27.5" 30mm | 268 | 270 | 270 | 270 | |
Grappler Race Carbon DH 29" 30mm | 287 | 289 | 289 | 289 | |
2019-2023 | XCXr 29 24mm | 279 | 281 | 289 | 286 |
XCXr 29 28mm | 292 | 294 | 293 | 291 | |
TRS 27.5" 27mm | 276 | 277 | 278 | 277 | |
TRS 29 27mm | 295 | 296 | 296 | 295 | |
LG1 EN 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 277 | 277 | 276 | |
LG1 EN 29 30mm | 295 | 296 | 296 | 295 | |
LG1 DH 27.5" 7sp 30mm | 273 | 274 | 274 | 274 | |
LG1 DH 29 7sp 30mm | 291 | 292 | 294 | 294 | |
TRS+ 27.5" 27mm | 276 | 277 | 277 | 276 | |
TRS+ 29 27mm | 295 | 296 | 296 | 295 | |
LG1+ EN 27.5" 30mm | 276 | 277 | 278 | 277 | |
LG1+ EN 29 30mm | 295 | 296 | 297 | 295 | |
LG1+ EN e-spec 27.5" 35mm | 276 | 279 | 271 | 269 | |
LG1+ EN e-spec 29 30mm | 295 | 297 | 291 | 289 | |
LG1+ DH 27.5" 7sp 30mm | 271 | 272 | 272 | 274 | |
LG1+ DH 29 7sp 30mm | 291 | 292 | 291 | 292 | |
TRSr 650B 27mm | 273 | 275 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr 29 27mm | 292 | 293 | 294 | 292 | |
LG1r EN 27.5" 30mm | 274 | 275 | 276 | 274 | |
LG1r EN 29 30mm | 292 | 294 | 294 | 292 | |
LG1r EN e-spec 27.5" 35mm | 270 | 272 | 268 | 265 | |
LG1r EN e-spec 29 30mm | 292 | 294 | 289 | 286 | |
LG1r DH 27.5" 7sp 30mm | 268 | 269 | 269 | 271 | |
LG1r DH 29 7sp 30mm | 288 | 289 | 289 | 290 | |
* All 2019 and later hubs are boost spaced | |||||
Model Year | Model | Front Disc Side | Front Drive Side | Rear Disc Side | Rear Drive Side |
2018 | TRS27.5" | 276 | 277 | 277 | 276 |
TRS 29 | 295 | 296 | 296 | 295 | |
TRS 27.5" Boost | 276 | 277 | 277 | 276 | |
TRS 29 Boost | 295 | 296 | 296 | 295 | |
LG1 27.5" | 271 | 273 | 273 | 274 | |
LG1 27.5" 7sp | N/A | N/A | 273 | 274 | |
TRS+ 27.5" | 277 | 278 | 277 | 276 | |
TRS+ 29 | 295 | 296 | 295 | 294 | |
TRS+ 27.5" Boost | 277 | 278 | 278 | 277 | |
TRS+ 29 Boost | 296 | 297 | 296 | 295 | |
LG1+27.5" | 271 | 273 | 269 | 271 | |
LG1+27.5" 7sp | N/A | N/A | 272 | 274 | |
TRSr 27.5" | 273 | 274 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr 29 | 291 | 292 | 293 | 291 | |
TRSr 27.5"Boost | 273 | 274 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr 29 Boost | 292 | 293 | 293 | 291 | |
LG1r 27.5" | 268 | 269 | 271 | 268 | |
LG1r 7sp 27.5" | N/A | N/A | 271 | 271 | |
TRSr SL27.5" | 273 | 275 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr SL 29 | 292 | 293 | 294 | 292 | |
TRSr SL27.5" Boost | 273 | 275 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr SL 29 Boost | 292 | 293 | 294 | 292 | |
Model Year | Model | Front Disc Side | Front Drive Side | Rear Disc Side | Rear Drive Side |
2016-2017 | TRS+ 27.5" | 277 | 278 | 277 | 276 |
TRS+ 29 | 295 | 296 | 295 | 294 | |
TRS+ 27.5" Boost | 277 | 278 | 278 | 277 | |
TRS+ 29 Boost | 296 | 297 | 296 | 295 | |
TRSr carbon 27.5" | 273 | 274 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr carbon 29 | 291 | 292 | 293 | 291 | |
TRSr carbon 27.5" Boost | 273 | 274 | 275 | 273 | |
TRSr carbon 29 Boost | 292 | 293 | 293 | 291 | |
LG1+ 27.5" | 273 | 274 | 272 | 270 | |
LG1r 27.5" | 268 | 269 | 271 | 268 | |
LG1r 27.5" 7sp | N/A | N/A | 269 | 271 | |
Model Year | Model | Front Disc Side | Front Drive Side | Rear Disc Side | Rear Drive Side |
2014-2015 | TRS+ 26 | 262 | 263 | 263 | 261 |
TRS+ 29 | 293 | 295 | 294 | 292 | |
TRS+ 27.5" | 273 | 274 | 275 | 274 | |
TRSr 26 | 262 | 264 | 264 | 262 | |
TRSr 29 | 293 | 295 | 295 | 293 | |
TRSr 27.5" | 274 | 276 | 277 | 275 | |
LG1+ 26 | 257 | 259 | 258 | 255 | |
LG1+ 27.5" | 270 | 272 | 271 | 268 | |
LG1r 26 | 257 | 259 | 261 | 259 | |
LG1r 27.5" | 269 | 271 | 273 | 271 | |
Model Year | Model | Front Disc Side | Front Drive Side | Rear Disc Side | Rear Drive Side |
2013 | XCX+ | 252 | 254 | 253 | 251 |
TRS+ 26 | 248 | 249 | 245 | 244 | |
TRS+ 29 | 284 | 286 | 286 | 285 | |
TRS+ 27.5" | 272 | 273 | 274 | 272 | |
LG1+ 26 | 234 | 235 | 236 | 228 |
Tire inserts are a popular way to allow riders to run lower pressure in their tires. Lower pressure can improve ride quality and traction under many circumstances.
While Cushcore™ can reduce direct impacts to the rim, it is still possible to experience rim failure due to excessively low tire pressure or extreme impacts. So while rim inserts may help protect your rim, they can't prevent rim failure entirely. Riders should be particularly careful with tire pressure when running inserts which provide tire sidewall support such as Cushcore™. The added sidewall support allows riders to run dramatically lower pressures without experiencing casing roll when cornering. Since casing roll is one of the most obvious indications that tire pressure is too low, this can lead to riders running pressures much lower than suggested and subsequent rim failures.
e*thirteen has not evaluated the effectiveness of any particular rim inserts. Our advice is to set your tire pressure appropriately for your weight, riding style, and conditions. Adequate tire pressure is the best way to prevent rim damage, inserts or not!
For our thoughts on how to set tire pressure, check out this article: What tire pressure should I run?
Running a foam insert, or not, will not affect your wheel warranty.
Schwalbe™ Procore™ is an exception to this rule - running Procore in your e*thirteen wheels _will_ void the rim warranty! Procore works by inflating an inner bladder to high pressure, which subjects the rim to forces for which it was not designed. If you broke your rim while running Procore, please contact us - we will try to help you with a crash replacement discount.
All alloy axle hubs and steel axle hubs newer than 2024 use an axle system with captive endcap threads.
The non-driveside endcap is captured on the end of the axle by 4 threads. These threads are not used to preload the axle, but simply prevent the axle assembly from coming apart when off the bike - a trait that plagues some other hub manufactures. The captured endcap system keeps everything together.
A small amount (approx 2-3 mm ) of side-to-side play is present when the wheel is off the bike, but should not be present once the wheel is installed on the bike and the rear thru-axle tightened down.
The 7sp cassette isn't a standalone product, but rather part of a hub and cassette system. You must run the cassette with the matching hub and vise versa. The hub uses wider flange spacing to utilize the added space provided by the smaller cassette. This builds a stronger wheel with a wider spoke base.
The cassette can be replaced as it wears.
Tooth counts on the cassette are: 9-11-13-15-17-20-24
Absolutely. Check out our in depth how to guides or visit your local dealer.
All our wheels feature our TLS tubeless bead technology for easy and secure tubeless set-up, and come with tubeless tape installed and valves in the box.
It is not possible to convert a non-boost e*thirteen rear hub to boost 148.
We do have conversion kits for front hubs utilizing 6805 bearings which convert them from non-boost 100x15 to boost 110x15.
We recommend, and use Mobil HP 222 Grease as a factory application in all our hubs.
Greases we recommend:
- Mobil HP 222
- Dumonde Tech Freehub Grease
Generally speaking any freehub grease from a reputable bike brand should work!