Race Face Vault Rear Hub

With 120 points of engagement, the hub engages almost instantly when you start pedaling. This minimizes the 'dead zone' in your crank rotation, which is particularly helpful for technical climbs or ratcheting through rocky sections where you need immediate power transfer.

Yes, the Race Face Vault rear hub is designed for 148mm Boost spacing and uses a 12mm thru-axle, making it compatible with most modern Boost-standard mountain bike frames.

Yes, the Vault hub is designed with an adaptable architecture. You can switch between Shimano/SRAM and SRAM XD freehub bodies, allowing you to update your drivetrain without needing to replace the entire hub.

The oversized shell is engineered to increase the hub's overall stiffness and lateral stability. This helps the wheel track more accurately through corners and handle the high torque loads generated during aggressive riding.

The 6902 bearings are larger than those found in many standard hubs, which helps them handle higher loads and resist wear over time. This design choice prioritizes long-term durability and smoother rotation even in harsh riding conditions.

Absolutely. The Vault is specifically designed for custom wheel builds, offering a 32-hole spoke count that provides a strong, reliable foundation for high-performance mountain bike wheels.