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Noisy Hub
I have just fitted a set of wheels with a Hope mono rear hub. The first thing I have noticed is that the freewheel is really loud compared to the old Shimano wheels I had on before. I have been told it is normal for this type of hub. Has anyone out there got the same hub? Is this normal?
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Reminds me of my youth, when men were men and hubs were loud. I once had a Campag' rear that you could hear from a hundred yards, which at least saved me from saying good morning to slower riders.
Thanks for both replys, I have gone from being annoyed by it to taking a sense of pride in it. Bring on the noise!!
It's normal for Hope hubs. A few drops of oil into the pawls will quieten it down for a while.
Used it to your advantage a freewheel when heading towards people, soon gets there attention.