Hub Comparison: Industry Nine VS Onyx Racing Products

Both Onyx and I9 hubs come in a wide array of colors and axle standards. In this video, we go over the key advantages of I9 hubs and Onyx hubs.

00:00 Introduction
00:13 Similarities
00:46 Onyx
01:47 Industry Nine


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[TexasNightRider]

I've had my Onyx hub for three years. IMO the finest hub on the market. Riding in complete silence is incredible. Onyx customer support is first rate.

[dodoslovensko]

Onyx finally no annoing noise. Had ck for 20 years I think i can still hear the Buzzing in my head

[mrsmartypants_]

The weight “disadvantage” of the Onyx means little being centrally located (axle) around a revolving mass (the wheel). The lower resistance of the Onyx may be more significant. That added weight would make a substantial though small difference if it was in the rim. (Laws of angular momentum and rotational inertia). Hence the advantage of carbon rims and aluminum spokes. When price and catastrophic failure are removed from the equation:)

[CactusJackSlade]

Onyx, hands down. I have several I-9 wheel sets and now wish they were ALL Onyx! With the new Onyx Vespar hub design the weight difference is now only about 100 grams. I will take that weight for the quietness and less maintenance. Considering the Onyx is only $30 more for a rear hub it's a no contest for me :-)

[flacktastic]

Great video, but I'm still kind of baffled that you didn't discuss the sound is difference???

[Silvia]

Both are fantastic, I for one absolutely hate the sound. Even as a kid on BMX's, my one complaint is the noise. Now it's pure bliss with Onyx.

[Rtrackaddict]

Bought a used Devinci Wilson that came with I9 Gravity wheel set, and absolutely love the I9 Torch hub.Lighter and easy maintenance.. Also, love a loud hob!!! I9 FTW.

[bwest]

Onyx FTW. All my MTB have them. And silence truly is golden. Only thing that sucks? Riding with friends who don’t have Onyx as their hub noise negate the silence of the Onyx hub 🤦‍♂️

[paradox]

Imagine how much nicer sounding a busy day on the trails would be if everyone ran Onyx hubs instead of the pissed off bee hive that is the i9.

[ParkImaging]

Love my Onyx hubs. I9s are beautiful for sure but I cannot stand all the noise (Hope hubs are the worst). And I could not care less about the 180 grams of weight difference. My Onyx are also paired with bullet-proof Light-Bicycle carbon wheels for an amazing complete package. I9 makes some really cool spokes that I might like to use in my next wheel build though.

[schlooonginator]

Love my Onyx hubs.
My bike is a very weight conscious Sniper trail and the extra weight that all the negative nannies holler about was factored in my decision to choose these over the competition because it's in the center of the wheel where it's least felt(variances in tires can effectively be as impactful).
What sold me was the obviously superior strength of its design, not just the double row of Sprags but where it sits inside, protected and supported by bearings on each end, no contamination is getting in.
The instant "clutch" as opposed to "clunk" engagement makes for a much smoother overall drive train experience, and the silent, friction free rolling VS all other high engagement hubs are just the cherry on top. It's one component where I don't sweat a hundred gram penalty in exchange for knowing it's not going to suddenly pop or grind in the middle of nowhere.

[rekamniar]

Love how strong my light bicycles 27.5 33mm wheelset. Its been 2 years and i still dont need to firm up the spokes.

[FreemanVDO]

Although I've been one of those MTB riders who, yeah, likes the loudest hub sound possible, but considering the advantages of Onyx hub that engages instantly and zero drag, it's hard to deny that I have to look at this silent hub before building new wheel set.

[mschumacher]

Onyx for my MTB and fatty because I like to sneak up on the competition and then give a nice "ding" with a bell. On the road bike - louder the better (I9) because I want the guy to know I am there so they don't make sudden line changes.

[jeremyprovonsil]

The weight “penalty” is 1/3 of a pound. (.33). A half full water bottle, multi-tool, etc…all weigh more than that. If you’re after flawless high performance and the most engagement with the least (if any) maintenance, go Onyx. If you are after very good performance, usual occasional maintenance, very high engagement, and actually seeking or don’t care about constant buzzing sound, go I9. Both hubs should help up your game, or at least up your Instagram bike check posts.

Some people are paying $450 for a buzzing sound. That’s funny. Brass tax is: the performance, weight, and ease of maintenance is lost on most riders. If you have an extra ~$500 to spend just buy what you like and enjoy it. As long as you’re enjoying trails at the end of the day you really can’t lose. 👍🏽

[augustwagner]

Love my profile elite hubs with 1.7 degrees and 204 points of engagement. Dead simple to maintain and service and sound amazing

[marklee]

Grizzly and Black bears in Canada, so although I like the silent and instant engagement of Onyx, I'd have to go with a loud hub. CKs or I9s.

[riammey]

I mean I like both the loud sound of a hub or complete silence it depends, if I’m on dirt jumps or just freeride jumps I like to have the buzzing sound of a loud hub, if I’m trail riding or downhill tech I like a silent hub

[borismartin]

Onyx all the way. Silence is golden. Every time I hear someone with a loud hub, instinctively wanna knock them off of their bike. So annoying.

[TUONOv]

Shimano offered a roller style clutch hub long ago. Much lighter and lower priced as well. I expect they will answer with an updated version soon.