An essential, if not THE essential component of every bike, the freehub body should be changed regularly as when too old, it can rapidly become defective and seriously affect your training rides and races
Whether you own a road or mountain bike, it is highly likely that your bike is equipped with a freehub body. This small round component forms the active bond between the wheel hub and the cassette. Previously located close to the sprockets, the freehub body is today far more visible and far easily replaced, as and when the need arises
The freehub body has an important role to play in the proper functioning of your bike. The pawls enable the proper pick up and engagement of the rear hub as you pedal, but also allow the wheel to turn freely when you stop pedalling so enabling the rear wheel to turn freely, when descending for example
All freehub bodies function in the same manner using a system of pawls that both engage the hub as you pedal or allow the hub to turn freely as you stop pedalling. But as with all spare parts, it is vital to choose the correct freehub body for your bike
Your choice needs to account for the number of sprockets, whether a 9, 10, 11 or 12 speed cassette and the wheel’s specific features. Probikeshop offers you a large range of freehub bodies to enable you to choose the perfect model for your bike that also replies to your expectations