{"product_id":"s-elite-rim-brake-rear-hub-3","title":"S-elite RIM Brake Rear Hub","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Novatec S-elite RIM Brake Rear Hub is a precision-engineered component built for road cyclists who want reliable, smooth-rolling performance without stepping into disc territory. Whether you're building a dedicated training wheelset or upgrading an existing rim brake road bike, this hub delivers quality internals and dependable engagement at an accessible price point. Cobbled Climbs is the exclusive Indian distributor for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.campagnolo.com\/us-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Campagnolo official site\"\u003eCampagnolo\u003c\/a\u003e in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily training.\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable rim and reliable hub bearings for repeat training use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerodynamic depth and weight-optimised construction for competitive efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-rounder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile depth and width for road, gravel, or all-road riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Indian road riders still on rim brake setups — and there are many, from Pune's weekend warriors to Chennai's coastal commuters — the Novatec S-elite offers a genuinely capable hub at an honest price. The optimised bearing placement keeps rolling resistance low even on long Ghat climbs or warm Delhi mornings above 35°C. It's a smart upgrade for anyone building or rebuilding a performance wheelset on a budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing for Indian Riders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rear hub, not a complete wheel, so compatibility checks are essential before ordering. Confirm your frame's axle standard — most Indian road bikes run QR 130mm for rim brake — and your cassette body type (Shimano HG is most common in India). Flange diameter and spoke hole count must match your chosen rim. When in doubt, contact the Cobbled Climbs team before building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rim brake road use. Verify axle standard (QR 130mm is standard for road rim brake frames) and cassette body compatibility (Shimano HG, SRAM, or Campagnolo) before ordering. Spoke count and flange dimensions must match your rim spec. Not compatible with disc brake frames. Service intervals vary — consult Novatec's guidelines for bearing maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your build by pairing this hub with a quality double-wall alloy or carbon rim, stainless steel or butted spokes, and quality rim brake pads matched to your rim surface compound. A spoke tension meter and wheel truing stand round out a proper wheel build kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/novatec\"\u003eExplore the full Novatec collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"cc-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCampagnolo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheelset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipped From\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMumbai, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/collections\/campagnolo\" title=\"Campagnolo India\"\u003eExplore the full Campagnolo collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% genuine — exclusive Indian distributor for Campagnolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree delivery on orders above Rs. 2,500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCash on delivery available nationwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day easy returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped from Mumbai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice — built for Indian cycling conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.cc-faq{margin:32px 0 24px}.cc-faq__item{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:0}.cc-faq__item:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}.cc-faq__q{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;padding:24px 0;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:24px;outline:none}.cc-faq__q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.cc-faq__q:focus-visible{outline:2px solid #000;outline-offset:-2px}.cc-faq__q::after{content:\"\";width:14px;height:14px;flex-shrink:0;background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,\u003csvg viewBox=\\\"0 0 14 14\\\" xmlns=\\\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\\\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\\\"M2 5l5 5 5-5\\\" stroke=\\\"%23000\\\" stroke-width=\\\"1.5\\\" fill=\\\"none\\\"\/\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e');background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;transition:transform .2s ease}.cc-faq__item[open] .cc-faq__q::after{transform:rotate(180deg)}.cc-faq__a{padding:0 0 28px;margin:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003csection class=\"cc-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently Asked Questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat is the Novatec S-elite RIM Brake Rear Hub best used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eIt's best suited for road cyclists building or upgrading a rim brake wheelset. Whether you're tackling Pune's expressway, grinding up the Western Ghats, or doing fast training laps around Delhi's Dwarka, this hub offers smooth, reliable rolling performance at an accessible price point — ideal for dedicated training or club racing builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eHow do I know if this hub is the right size for my bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eFor rim brake road bikes, the standard rear axle is QR 130mm — this covers the vast majority of Indian road bikes. Check your frame's dropout spacing before ordering. You'll also need to confirm spoke hole count matches your rim and that the cassette body is compatible with your drivetrain (Shimano HG is most common in India).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWill the Novatec S-elite hold up in Indian riding conditions — heat, humidity, and rough roads?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eYes, with regular maintenance. Indian conditions — monsoon humidity in Mumbai and Kolkata, 35°C+ summer heat in Hyderabad and Chennai, and variable road surfaces — place real demands on bearings. Novatec's precision bearing placement handles these conditions well, but periodic bearing inspection and regreasing is recommended, especially after monsoon riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eHow does this hub compare to buying a complete pre-built wheelset?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eBuying a standalone hub gives you full control over rim choice, spoke type, and build quality — ideal if you want a custom wheelset. A pre-built wheelset is faster and often more affordable as a package. If you're comfortable with wheel building or using a local builder, this hub offers better flexibility and potential weight or performance optimisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eIs the Novatec S-elite worth Rs. 2,370 in India, and what warranty does it include?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eAt Rs. 2,370, this hub offers strong value for a precision-built road hub, especially compared to generic alternatives. For warranty terms, contact Cobbled Climbs directly — our team can confirm Novatec's warranty coverage for India. Orders above Rs. 2,500 qualify for free delivery, and cash on delivery is available nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Novatec","offers":[{"title":"Ano Black \/ 24H","offer_id":42373511446701,"sku":"F362TSBT-11S24H","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ano Black \/ 28H","offer_id":42373511479469,"sku":"F362TSBT-11S28H","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ano Black \/ 32H","offer_id":42373511512237,"sku":"F362TSBT-11S32H","price":2370.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ano Black \/ 36H","offer_id":42373511545005,"sku":"F362TSBT-11S36H","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/9958\/5953\/products\/novatec-rim-brake-rear-hub-ano-black.jpg?v=1769309619","url":"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/products\/s-elite-rim-brake-rear-hub-3","provider":"Cobbled Climbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}