Thanks!
I never (never?) take the “test ride; then decide” cop out but I have to here on the Onyx.
Hydra is solid and ~ instant. King or I9 1/1 is solid and quick.
Onyx Classic, I think whole forums are dedicated to whether you’ll feel “wind up” and whether that comes from the hub itself or from other aspects of a chain drivetrain. And whether it’s an issue or a feature. I haven’t owned or tested the Onyx but I’ve ridden them on single speeds and I could certainly picture myself owning one - specifically the classic model.
One thing some riders (not me, generally) may consider is that Hydra is very light, King is not lightweight, and Onyx Classic is heavy. If you’re riding a full suspension bike that’s unsprung mass.
Feb. 7, 2022, 6:51 a.m. - Andrew Major
Thanks! I never (never?) take the “test ride; then decide” cop out but I have to here on the Onyx. Hydra is solid and ~ instant. King or I9 1/1 is solid and quick. Onyx Classic, I think whole forums are dedicated to whether you’ll feel “wind up” and whether that comes from the hub itself or from other aspects of a chain drivetrain. And whether it’s an issue or a feature. I haven’t owned or tested the Onyx but I’ve ridden them on single speeds and I could certainly picture myself owning one - specifically the classic model. One thing some riders (not me, generally) may consider is that Hydra is very light, King is not lightweight, and Onyx Classic is heavy. If you’re riding a full suspension bike that’s unsprung mass.