Description
Vesper hubs are the lightweight option in the Onyx Racing Products lineup, geared towards road, and gravel riding & racing. Vesper hubs are the premier choice for all types of riding, whether the road surface is paved or not. The instant engagement, silent operation, and super-low friction makes a set of wheels that one does not want to be without!
Hubs
- Vesper model with the patented sprag clutch design featuring instant engagement, and silent operation.
- MFU axle design isolates the sprag clutch mechanism from forces subjected to the hub shell, allows for easy servicing, and makes the swap from one freehub driver body choice to another an effortless task.
- 100x12mm, and 142x12mm thru-bolt spacing.
- Centerlock rotor mounting standard.
- 24H, or 28H spoke hole count depending on the rim mode..
- Available with all common freehub driver body standards: Sram XD(R), Shimano HG, Shimano Micro Spline (MS), and Campagnolo N3W. Vesper hubs are available with aluminium freehub driver bodies only.
- XD(R) freehub driver bodies are compatible with XD cassettes used in MTB applications by fitting a 1.85mm thick spacer under the cassette during installation. All XD(R) freehub driver bodies are supplied with the spacer in question. Read more about the XD(R), and HG freehub driver bodies here.
- Anodized black hub shells.
- If you’re looking for other color options, get in touch by email into(at)onyxhubseurope.com
- Anodized black widgets/endcaps are anodized black by default. A widget/endcap upgrade can be purchased here.
Rims
Rim options are listed below with accompanying dimensions, intended use case, and material with additional notes:
- Rims are 700C in size by default.
- All rims, and therefore wheel builds are 28H if not otherwise noted.
| Manufacturer & model | Material | Inner width | Intended Use | Notes |
| DT Swiss GR531 DB | Aluminium | 24mm | Road & gravel | – |
| Spank Flare 24 Vibrocore | Gravel | High-end aluminium rim with Vibrocore technology | ||
| WP Gravel 24 | Carbon | Road & gravel | 36mm height, 32mm outer width, asymmetrical rim profile for more even spoke tension | |
| WP Gravel 28 | 28mm | Gravel | 36mm height, 36mm outer width, asymmetrical rim profile for more even spoke tension | |
| WP Gravel/Road | 25mm | Road & gravel | 45mm height, 32mm outer width, symmetrical rim profile, 24H spoke hole count | |
| WP Road | 21mm | Road & gravel | 45mm height, 28mm outer width, symmetrical rim profile, 24H spoke hole count |
XD, and XDR – What’s the Difference?
Not sure what’s the difference between XD and XDR Drivers? Head to our News & Tech Section to learn more.
Spokes, Nipples & Build
Wheels are built with black-colored Sapim Race spokes with 2.0/1.8/2.0mm profile. The Race spokes are the default spoke model for several reasons.
- Excellent value.
- High strength-to-weight ratio.
- Better fatigue-resistance properties than straight gauge 2.0mm spokes.
- Easy to source in case spares are needed.
Race spokes are paired with black-colored Sapim Polyax brass nipples (standard or Double Square version). Brass nipples are used exclusively in all of our builds because of their longevity, low to zero maintenance needs, corrosion resistance and strength. Secure-Lock nipples or traditional ones with a mild adhesive compound to prevent unwanted loosening, improve wheel reliability, and lessen service needs.
Wheels are built with 3-cross lacing pattern, trued by hand, carefully stress-relieved, and equipped with tubeless tape.
Upgrade Options
Upgrade your Classic hub set with brightly coloured widgets/endcaps to create a wheelset with unique looks!
In case you want to save a few grams, gain a touch of lateral compliance, you can upgrade the build with Sapim D-Light spokes that employ a slimmer 2.0/1.6/2.0mm profile.
Features, and benefits of D-Light spokes are as follows:
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
- Highly durable, strong enough for enduro, and bike park use.
- Easy to source in case spares are needed.
Another upgrade, and higher grade upgrade option is offered in the form of CX-Ray spokes with the following features.
- Superb strength-to-weight ratio.
- 2.0×0.9mm flattened mid-section offers aerodynamic benefits in high speeds.
- Stealth looks!
Assuming that you want to stay on top of the maintenance schedule, and have spare parts at hand whenever needed, purchasing a Wheel Care Package with the wheelset is the way to go. Click the link below for more information.
Ordering & Lead Time
All wheels are built to order. Usually the builds are ready within 4-5 business days from the time of the order. Shipping to most EU countries takes approximately 6-9 business days. Express shipping options are available upon request. Get in touch by email if an additional service of this nature is needed.
