Licks Cycles: Introducing the Hunt E_All Mountain E-MTB-specific wheelset

Go browsing to Hunt’s web site and scroll down on the wheels tab and you will see a spread of heavier responsibility e-bike particular choices – nice to see and never one thing each wheel model gives. Becoming a member of Hunt’s e-bike lineup is the all-new E_All Mountain alloy wheelset.

Hunt’s all-new E_All Mountain alloy wheelset has been engineered to satisfy the precise calls for of contemporary electrical mountain bikes, starting from lighter weight, mid-torque platforms to full-power high-torque fashions.

It’s a real-world undeniable fact that trendy E-MTBs can dish out rather more abuse than a regular bike, so Hunt developed this new wheelset with sturdiness, power, efficiency, and ease of service in thoughts. Engineered particularly for E-MTB use, the E_All Mountain alloy wheel system gives most sturdiness and efficiency on the paths whereas sustaining a low weight, so it must be preferrred for excellent for path, all-mountain and enduro use. And the worth tag isn’t daft both…

Hunt E_All-Mountain Alloy wheels use a confirmed rim with a 31mm inside width

Manufactured from 6069-T6 extruded alloy with a rugged anodized shot-peened black end, the Hunt E_All Mountain makes use of the identical tried and examined rim profile because the Enduro Extensive V2, boasting inside reinforcement shoulders to assist the rim sidewall and defend in opposition to laborious impacts. It measure up at 31mm for the inner width.

This wheelset is handbuilt with high-specification triple butted Pillar spokes and an up to date cast, then CNC’ed 7075-T6 alloy Hunt hubs. These hubs function an oversize 17mm rear axle, dual-sealed Revo bearings and the model’s all-new PhaseEngage, E-MTB- particular freehub system.

Have to know

Tried and examined 31mm 6069-T6 aluminium rim extrusion with inside shoulder reinforcement.
Rider examined to deal with day by day E-MTB abuse.
New PhaseEngage, EMTB-specific freehub system with 6×1 pawl system for dependable and long-lasting energy switch.
Outsized 17mm 7075-T6 axles resist flex and improve bearing life.
Up to date bearing seals for improved longevity in harsh environments.
Hand-laced with triple-butted, chrome steel Pillar PSR 2018 spokes, brass nipples and metal nipple washers.

The custom-engineered rim profile incorporates inside reinforcement shoulders that serve to assist the rim sidewall and defend it from rock strikes and impacts.

By utilising FEA modelling, Hunt’s engineers have been capable of totally study the stresses and strains skilled by the rim beneath totally different driving situations and thru simulated eventualities. This enabled the UK-based workforce to optimise the inner reinforcement, guaranteeing that the E_All Mountain rim is able to taking a pounding experience after experience.

Hunt gives elective axle adapters for the E_All-Mountain Alloy wheels, together with SRAM’s Torque caps

Seasons of race testing have confirmed that the 31mm inside rim profile is ideal for accommodating trendy path and enduro tyres. Within the case of E-MTB riders, this wider profile additionally maximises braking efficiency throughout various terrains, and traction on steep, unfastened climbs.

PhaseEngage

One of many causes E-MTBs are addictively partaking is the added energy that they provide. This enhance encourages riders to climb more difficult and steeper terrain than ever earlier than, however it additionally means the freehub and wheels must endure much more torque than a regular wheel.

The E_All Mountain wheelset makes use of a re-engineered rear hub for added sturdiness and longer lifespan

To make sure long-lasting efficiency, Hunt’s engineers have developed a brand new E-MTB-specific freehub system referred to as PhaseEngage. Utilizing a sturdy new 6×1 pawl system, PhaseEngage goals to reliably switch energy mile after mile, climb after climb. This up to date system makes use of rugged metal internals for an extended life, whereas offering an correct 8-degree engagement angle.

The brand new PhaseEngage freehub attaches to Hunt’s purpose-built CNC alloy rear hub, rolling on twin sealed Revo bearings. It additionally employs a flex-free 17mm 7075 alloy rear axle, and makes use of up to date freehub seals that present optimum safety in opposition to water and filth ingress irrespective of the climate or driving situations.

Handbuilt to final

Hunt says that utilizing 6069-T6 alloy for the rim gives riders a 69% improve in Final Tensile Energy over 6061-T6 – and with the inner reinforcement, that is designed to be one powerful rim. To create a powerful full wheelset, high-specification, triple-butted Pillar PSR spokes have been hand laced into every wheelset, trued and tensioned, after which checked once more by Hunt’s grasp wheel builders. For E-MTB purposes, heavier-duty 2018 spokes have been chosen, that includes a wider 1.8mm central diameter, enhancing the wheel’s means to deal with hundreds and excessive torque with out negatively affecting weight.

With sturdiness a excessive precedence, Hunt’s wheel builders have employed conical nipple washers to additional improve power with 16mm brass nipples for longevity.

Hunt’s E_All-Mountain alloy wheels work properly with giant quantity, heavy responsibility rubber

Made for E-MTB

Hunt has ensured that E All Mountain wheels will work with any trendy E-MTB available on the market by providing 29in, 27.5in and mullet (29in F, 27.5in R) wheel configurations, and Increase (however not Tremendous Increase 157mm) requirements. The rear wheel is on the market in SRAM XD, Shimano HG and Shimano Micro Spline choices.

Affect Check Outcomes

Alongside FEA simulations and real-world rider testing with the model’s sponsored riders and athletes, Hunt additionally locations all wheels by means of a strict set of impression assessments on its in-house impression rig. As mountain bike wheels hardly ever see an impression to each sidewalls concurrently, the wheels are examined with impression forces targeted on one sidewall whereas the wheel is ready at an angle. Hunt impression assessments its new wheels in opposition to different Hunt merchandise and comparable spec wheels from different main manufacturers. All wheels are impression examined till they present the primary indicators of injury, then the findings are shared with riders in order that they might make the very best resolution for his or her driving.

Specs

31mm inside rim width
6069-T6 extrusion development
Engineered for E-MTB
32 entrance, 32h rear spoke rely
Pillar PSR 2018 Triple-butted chrome steel spokes with 1.8mm central diameter for sturdiness
Redesigned 8-degree engagement PhaseEngage 6-pawl freehub designed and engineered for e-MTB use
CNC machined alloy hubs that includes precision Revo twin seal bearings
Outsized 17mm 7075-T6 axles resist flex and improve bearing life
Ships pre-taped with valves and spare spokes
Hand constructed with sturdy brass nipples
Examined by HUNT athletes Daryl Brown and Fergus Ryan
6-bolt disc mounting interface
Obtainable in 29 “, 27.5” and mullet choices
SRAM XD, Shimano HG and Microspline freehub choices
Increase spacing solely
Wheelset weights 27.5″ 2143g, Mullet 2168g, 29″ 2193g
Value £479 / €599 / $649

Availability

The brand new E_All Mountain alloy wheelset is now accessible to pre-order by means of Hunt’s web site. All wheel sizes and freehub choices can be found.