by ATP | 17 Oct 2008 4:39 pm
PROFILE SS CASSETTE
36H RHD 13T Chromoly Driver
Profile hub experience: 3.5 years (4 hubs)
See HERE for my review on SS Mini Cassette
My Profile Experience:
I started riding a few years ago, and my first aftermarket back wheel had nothing other than the famous Profile SS cassette. It was run by 3 different people prior to me, was scratched up, faded, and pretty old. I bought it off my friend for $80 laced to a Demolition 48H rim. I adored it, mainly because it was super loud, and expensive. Not because of it's great features. Now, currently, I am running one again, this one is newer, 36H, and I'm the second owner. Now since the first one I had, I've been no stranger to Profile products. I have owned 3 Profile cassettes, 1 Madera cassette (Deli44's review), and 3 pairs of Profile cranks. I am not a Profile fanboy. I hate acoustic stems (seen them crack), hate their front hubs with the 3/8" studs (seen many bearings die), and hate the McStallion frame (seen one crack). So I'm not a fanboy, so when I preach about these hubs, it's from experience, cannot stress that enough.
Review:
The SS and SS Mini are not much different, so this will be short and sweet since I already made a beefy review about the Mini. The advantages and disadvantages will be covered. The SS has a bigger shell, so it's stronger at the core, but weaker at the outside, larger flange. Bigger flanges are more vulnerable to damage than the Mini's smaller non drive-side flange. That is one key reason the Mini was created. Also, the SS is a few ounces heavier because of the larger shell, but not much. I currently run a 14MM solid straght axle on my hub. It holds up fantastic to heavy peg use, and hard slams. The shell also holds up to peg use, being chrome, there are not many visible marks. My flange is perfectl fine as well. I am not a hardcore street rider though. The interals are exactly the same as any other Profile cassette, except I have the older style driver (non flip-flop). So basically if you require a more in-depth review, click this link.
Pros:
-Warranty (Limited)
-USA quality
-Each part is replaceable
-Many colors available
-Many aftermarket parts
-Machining is distinct
-Great engagement
-Tough and reliable
-48H, 36H, 28H*
*(Need verification)
Cons:
-Price is ridiculous now ($200ish)
-Replacement parts are expensive
-Rare Profile wobble issue (Never experienced it)
-Heavy compared to the hubs these days (SS: 22.1oz) (Avg. cassette: 16-18oz)
-Non drive side flange is vulnerable to damage compared to a smaller one.
Overall: 7/10 (With all the newer tech. these days, it is outdated.)
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