Syd & Macky Crush The K2N K2N Stage Race: Tanzania Syd and I just got back from the K2N stage race in Tanzania which took us from the slopes of Kilimanjaro to the shores of Lake Natron over the course of 5 days. We were joined by our good friends, Lo and Joe, and it...
Which Freehub do I need? With so many cassette models on the market and the seemingly endless release of new technology, choosing the right freehub (or driver) for your drivetrain can be a real headache. With that in mind, we put together this comprehensive...
How to Crush (and not be crushed by) a 12 hour MTB Race So, you’ve signed up for your first 12 hour mountain bike race. Maybe you were inspired by the NOBL crew at the 12 Hours of Glenridge or 12 Hours of Cumberland races from years past, or maybe you’re just a sucker...
Troubleshooting Tubeless These days, tubeless setups are the norm, and there are certainly a lot of great reasons why. You’ll save some weight, be able to run slightly lower pressures and enjoy more grip, and experience fewer pinch flats just to name a few. At NOBL,...
E-bike wheels: component guide Building the best e-bike wheels The modern eMTB. Capable, powerful, and if we’re honest, somewhat heavyset most of the time. While building up a sub-1200g XC wheelset is certainly impressive, selecting the most robust and reliable...
Brass Vs Alloy Nipples What’s the difference between brass and alloy nipples? Why are there two material types, and which one is better?! It’s a question as old as time, or at least as old as the bike wheel. Because every wheel we build at NOBL is fully custom, we...
