Tag: Wheel stiffness

In mountain biking, a wider rear hub spacing was introduced to improve the strength and stiffness of wheels, which became necessary with the growing popularity of larger wheel sizes. Understanding how SuperBoost is different from regular boost is crucial for riders looking to upgrade or purchase a new bike.

Mountain bike hub standards have seen a steady evolution toward wider dimensions, with Boost becoming the norm around 2014 and Super Boost emerging around 2016 for more aggressive riding styles. This comprehensive guide explains what is the difference between boost and super boost, from hub width to chainline and performance implications.