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1 week agoDT Swiss Degrees of Freedom: A Simple Fix for Pedal Kickback
DT Swiss DF Technology reduces pedal kickback with an adjustable, low-maintenance suspension system that improves ride quality.
Reserve Wheels, known for some of the more durable mountain bike rims on the market, backed by one of the best lifetime warranties available, has just released a limited-edition wheelset that combines the ever-popular Reserve HD|30 rims with the latest innovation designed to combat pedal kickback: the e13 Sidekick hubs. These ready-to-ride wheelsets are available for a limited time in North America and retail for $2,199 USD or $3,349 CAD at Reservewheels.com.
This setup employs Reserve's 30|HD Carbon rims, which are already well-liked among aggressive riders for their blanched ride quality, impressive durability, and lifetime warranty. Now riders have the option to buy them as a set with the unique e*13 Sidekick Hubs, which claim to eliminate pedal kickback, provide a chainless ride feel, and create less drivetrain noise. The Sidekick Hubs claim to isolate your drivetrain from suspension while freewheeling by creating a "deadband" area.