2/9/15 6:08 PM

I think they are Bitex??

2/9/15 7:21 PM

I have used them on 3 sets of wheels. They are 32 hole built with 2 sets of 14/15 butted spokes and the other with cx rays. The rims are the BHS xc-279. They seem fine, the freehub is quiet and the bearings smooth.

The build info BHS provides on the hubs was accurate.

They are a really good deal at their price.

2/10/15 11:56 AM

So far, they've been fine on Linda's a my road and 'cross bikes. I do have one that has barely perceptible play in the bearings somewhere, but it works fine, so I don't care. I'm sure that if I mentioned in to Brandon at BHS, he'd send me whatever parts are necessary to fix it or a complete new hub. His service is outstanding, so I never worry about the merchandise he sells.

I've been waiting for him to get fat bike hubs in, but my frameset is delayed by the !@#$%^& problems at the Long Beach port, so it's likely to be a while before a build the wheels anyway.

2/10/15 12:30 PM

Do they make studded FAT tires? Not that a few extra lb of rotational mass would be noticed. ;)

2/10/15 12:44 PM

I have the BHS rear disc hub, which appears to be the same construction as the SL210.

BHS service is excellent and I would not hesitate to buy this hub again. I did find that the pawls began sticking after a long-ish rain ride, requiring that I relube the pawl/ratchet interface (it was fairly dry). Thankfully this is a quick and painless operation due to the hub construction.

Based on this, I would recommend opening up the hub new and making sure the pawl/ratchet interface is well lubed/greased. I've been using CK Ring Drive lube for this, as grease seemed like it would be too sticky.

2/10/15 1:22 PM

We just ordered 8) SL23 28h rims and are going to get 2 of the BHS hubsets as a start for two build ups.

2/12/15 6:27 AM

There are at least two or three on the market. Additionally, many fat tires that aren't designed for studs have enough tread for screw-in studs.