Q and A: Which hub axle should I choose?

Considering we make every hub axle here in our machine shop from scratch, we’ve been able to fill every option covering differences in riding style, durability, and aesthetic.

Below are all of our options for both front and rear Profile Mini and Totem, and Madera Pilot and V-2 hubs.

Hope this helps in making your next decision on what to get…

Front Axle configurations.

A. 3/8 aluminum front axle: This is our standard 3/8 axle that 98% of riders use.
Our whole team uses this configuration which is good for no pegs, one or two pegs.

B. 3/8 steel front axle: For use with riders who like 3/8 but are a little leery about riding an aluminum axle. This configuration is good for no pegs, one or two pegs.

C. 14mm chromo GDH axle: For use with riders who are very hard on the front wheel/pegs. If you’ve had a history of breaking front axles from peg use, this is your best choice.

Rear Axle Configurations.

A. 3/8 aluminum rear axle: This is our standard 3/8 axle. Although you can ride pegs with this axle, it is mainly for race, trails, and peg-less street and park.

B. 3/8 steel rear axle: For use with riders who like 3/8 but are a little leery about riding an aluminum axle. This configuration is good for no pegs, one or two pegs.

C. 14mm chromo solid axle: For use with riders who are very hard on the rear wheel/pegs. If you’ve had a history of breaking rear axles from peg use, this is your best choice.

D. 14mm chromo hollow GDH axle: This is our standard street/park axle. This is what 98% of riders use and is good for pretty much anything: street/park/trails.

E. 14mm titanium hollow GDH axle: This would be the best upgrade for heavy park use with keeping things as light weight as possible. Although you can use this for street, we would recommend a hollow chromo GDH or solid chromo axle.