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ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 16:56
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
@phops: A single hard compression does not really speak well to what is happening in real life when riding. It's a complex topic to cover in a comment section, but we do believe that anti-kickback is just one part of what makes Sidekick special. Low-drag (as you've seen mentioned here in the comments) and near silence, in combination with the anti-kickback, all work in unison to make the Sidekick experience unlike other hubs on the market. Sidekick also isolates drivetrain feedback from the chain bouncing around. If you want to learn more about pedal kickback specifically, there are a number of good YouTube videos that deep dive into it.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 10:18
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
Nice to hear you had a great experience. We agree with your assessment - the improved rolling speed is really notable. We added the faster 9-degree setting to the new 2.0 Sidekick hubs because internal testing and rider feedback showed it truly brings short-travel bikes to life.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 9:53
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
We actually already do - the new hubs launched last month. Here is the EU link: https://ethirteen.eu/pages/sidekick-hubs
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 9:02
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
No flux capacitors included, but the faster rolling speed of the Sidekick will help you drop any Biffs that might be trying to chase you down.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 8:59
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
The numbers corrolate to the ASTM usage standards which are being used more and more by parts manufactures. You can read more about them here: https://support.ethirteen.com/hc/en-us/articles/50426242251803-ASTM-Bicycle-Standards-and-how-they-relate-to-the-intended-use-of-e-thirteen-parts
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 21, 2026 at 8:57
May 21, 2026
e*thirteen Expands Sidekick 2.0 Range With New Flux Wheels
We just launched a new line with some radial options a few weeks ago. Check them out and let us know if you have an questions.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 6, 2026 at 16:41
May 6, 2026
e*thirteen Launches New Grappler Tire Lineup Including Radial Options
Get well soon!
Among other things, we did work on tire fit with these new tires. That said, aside from the trail casings, they basically are DH tires and the radial construction can make it a bit tricker since they want to flex open.
Check out this video: https://youtu.be/spOQD2MADnc?si=eaDrZqhAkq8Mtpup
Another good tip is to make sure you are using thin rim tape and not something like gorilla tape which really builds up the rim well to a point that it makes tire install more difficult. Always finish pushing the last bead over right at the valve.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
May 6, 2026 at 16:32
May 6, 2026
e*thirteen Launches New Grappler Tire Lineup Including Radial Options
Our Grappler 3-2-3 pattern is more similar to the Assegai and other 3-2-3 tires than to either the DHF/R.
ethirteen stephanepelletier's article
May 6, 2026 at 16:04
May 6, 2026
Tech Briefing: Wireless Droppers, Ti Hardtails, Inverted Enduro Forks & So Much More
The Sidekick GR is actually just $50 more than the Sidekick Pro and $150 more than the Sidekick. The GR is a dedicated gravity hub featuring a steel axle and reinforced freehub that is engineered to withstand the torque of high-power E-MTBs and the impact forces of DH racing. While the 2.0 is robust enough to also be approved for those applications, the GR is the specialized choice for maximum durability and offers 7-speed integrated driver option for DH use.
ethirteen ethirteen's article
Apr 29, 2026 at 13:28
Apr 29, 2026
e*thirteen Launches New Grappler Tire Lineup Including Radial Options
@Dadolorian: Nice. Stoked to hear you've been liking the last gen versions. You'll love the radials. Drop us a line at [email protected] and we'll get you sorted for that warped casing that you got as well.
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- e*thirteen Launches New Grappler Tire Lineup Including Radial Options Apr 28, 2026 – Comments: 76
- e*thirteen Announces Updated Sidekick 2.0 Apr 14, 2026 – Comments: 88
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- Video: Your Everyday Riders Try Sidekick Wheels And They Didn't Want to Give Them Back. Nov 12, 2025 – Comments: 0
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