Thanks for sharing the super boost chart. I think Pivot put this out when they introduced 157 spacing with the switchblade?
I agree it’s probably the better standard… it creates superior spoke bracing and chain line. And it seems like companies have mostly figured out how to avoid unwanted heal-rub on the wider chain stays.
The problem is boost 148 was already widely adopted when it came out. And it’s good. It’s certainly good enough for 95% of riders.
The only super-boost bikes I’ve spent much time on are Pivots, and to me they feel a bit TOO stiff. But it’s hard to separate design goals of a particular maker from the characteristics of the wider spoke bracing angle. I think where I’m going with this is to point out that a certain amount of flex and compliance is a positive trait. From my limited experiences I prefer the feel of a boost 148 wheel. (But I’m on the lighter side…)
June 26, 2023, 6:50 a.m. - Vincent Edwards
Thanks for sharing the super boost chart. I think Pivot put this out when they introduced 157 spacing with the switchblade? I agree it’s probably the better standard… it creates superior spoke bracing and chain line. And it seems like companies have mostly figured out how to avoid unwanted heal-rub on the wider chain stays. The problem is boost 148 was already widely adopted when it came out. And it’s good. It’s certainly good enough for 95% of riders. The only super-boost bikes I’ve spent much time on are Pivots, and to me they feel a bit TOO stiff. But it’s hard to separate design goals of a particular maker from the characteristics of the wider spoke bracing angle. I think where I’m going with this is to point out that a certain amount of flex and compliance is a positive trait. From my limited experiences I prefer the feel of a boost 148 wheel. (But I’m on the lighter side…)