Chris King
The benchmark in performance since 1976
Legendary Quality & Performance
Chris King Precision Components, the legendary Portland hub manufacturer since 1976, is synonymous with distinctive sound, stunning finishes, and unmatched quality—a true hallmark of excellence for any custom build. At NOBL, we admire Chris King for their unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability. Built for years of demanding use, their precision-engineered, made-to-last components perfectly complement our carbon rims, while their environmentally responsible practices set a standard the entire industry can aspire to.
RingDrive™
No, that’s not a swarm of bees inside your hub. That’s the unmistakable sound of Chris King’s RingDrive™ system! The system consists of three primary parts: the Drive Ring, the Driven Ring, and the Driveshell (freehub). Its innovative design places the engagement mechanism inside the hubshell for greater contact area and improved drivetrain torque management. With up to 72 points of engagement, it delivers unbelievable performance and handles torque loads exceeding 800 ft/lbs—three times greater than competing hubs. Gen 4 brings cross-compatibility to the Chris King drive systems, making swapping drivers a breeze if you ever want to switch between Shimano and SRAM.
In-House Bearings
Chris King Precision Components design and manufacture their bearings in-house, ensuring full control over quality. Their sealed angular-contact bearings are adjustable, user-serviceable, and designed to improve with use, offering unmatched longevity. Hand-inspected and assembled, these bearings are built for a lifetime of reliable, smooth performance.
Chris King’s available colorways:
- Black (polished finish)
- Matte Black (matte finish)
- Midnight (matte finish)
- Red (polished finish)
- Silver (polished finish)
- Gold (polished finish)
- Matte Turquoise (matte finish)
- Matte Mango (matte finish)
- 3D Violet (polished finish)
- NEW: Two-Tone Black Punch (matte finish)
CHRIS KING GRAVEL AND ROAD HUBS
The R45D is Chris King’s top-tier hub for road and gravel cycling. Featuring Ringdrive technology, a wide range of color options, disc brake compatibility, and unmatched warranty and serviceability, it’s an excellent foundation for a high-performance drop-bar wheelset.
Available Chris King Options
Chris King hubs are once again available in both CL and 6-bolt options. All Chris King hubs use the same rear axle across drivers, which makes conversions a breeze.
- Engagement: 7/10
- Durability: 10/10
- Weight: 6/10
6-Bolt
A pair of boost Chris King 6-Bolt hubs weigh approximately 500g. They are now available in all Chris King colors, with boost spacing. They have a few changes compared to Chris King’s previous 6-Bolt hubs so check out our blog to learn more.
Centerlock
A pair of centerlock boost hubs weigh about 440g, while Superboost hubs weigh about 458g, with weights varying a little depending on driver choice. They are available in a wide variety of colors. Learn more about centerlock Chris King hubs in our video.
R45D Road and Gravel Hubs
Specifically designed for road and gravel bikes with a more lightweight hub body, R45D Centerlock hubs embody Chris King’s performance and quality in a more aerodynamic and lightweight package. Coming standard with some of the fastest and most user-serviceable bearings, a set of R45Ds weigh approximately 401g with an XD driver.
Sustainability
Chris King Precision Components sets the standard for sustainability in the cycling industry. As the first bike component company to earn B Corporation certification, they reclaim materials, use sustainable cutting oils such as canola, and operate an energy-efficient factory in Portland, Oregon.
Easy to Service
Chris King hubs are incredibly well constructed, making maintenance minimal and easy. We suggest carefully reading their servicing guide before attempting maintenance on your own.
Made to Last
With over 40 years of expertise, Chris King delivers unmatched quality and longevity, backed by their King Lifetime Warranty. Their commitment to keeping parts in use and delivering lasting performance sets a standard of excellence that inspires confidence.