DT Swiss steps up a gear

DT Swiss 240 DEG

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To be precise, DT Swiss has added 36 teeth to the freehub of the new 240 hub. Previously, 54 teeth meshed with the disk freehub. The additional points of engagement result in less pedal kickback on the trail, as well as better power transmission and durability.

The 240 hub is virtually the reference for a durable, lightweight and easy-to-maintain hub. Previously, the maximum engagement point was reached at 54 teeth, and competitors have significantly narrower engagement angles. Now, the engagement angle of the DT Swiss 240 DEG hub is just four degrees.

On the trail, this leads to less pedal kickback and the reduced crank travel allows for more direct acceleration, for example out of a corner. If you want to avoid obstacles on a technically demanding uphill trail, you can also adjust the position of the pedals more quickly.

The DEG pulleys are larger than the previous ones. This should improve power transmission and wear resistance. DIY enthusiasts will also be pleased to hear that the hub can still be dismantled, cleaned, serviced and then reassembled without the need for special tools.

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