Description
Tradition and innovation combine in the ultimate single speed disc hub for track bikes.
PAUL COMPONENT has been meticulously manufacturing bicycle components in a renovated garage in Chico, California since 1989, which was a former oil distribution facility for Texaco Oil until 1926. Paul believes that a great product should be based on simple ideas, easy maintenance, and a high level of functionality.
In 1996, PAUL COMPONENT created the world's first single-speed MTB hub, W.O.R.D.. The name stands for Wacky One Speed Rear Device, and at a time when 7-speed and 8-speed bikes were the norm, the idea of daring to remove the derailleur and enjoy a simple, tough bike was considered stubborn and a bit crazy. However, its uniqueness attracted many riders, and it soon became a cult favorite.
The Fixed Disk Word Hub is the answer to many riders' requests for the return of the fixed gear model, which was temporarily discontinued!
The secret of this hub's overwhelming smoothness lies in its extremely high-precision machining technology. The bearing bores are finished to an astonishing precision of only 0.0002" (about 1/8th the thickness of a hair) and use high-quality, user-adjustable sealed cartridge bearings. In addition, the hub shell design, honed through years of manufacturing and real-world riding, provides the ideal balance of light weight and rigidity to handle the toughest of riding with ease.
Meticulously machined piece by piece in our Chico, California workshop, these hubs are compatible with 142x12mm through-axles, allowing those frames to be fixed geared. The rotor base has 6 holes (ISO standard), and the design is beautifully machined down to the base, which not only looks great but also contributes to weight reduction. The traditional mid-flange silhouette and the latest technology are combined in this gem. Also included is a stainless steel locking ring for the fixed gear.
This hub is indispensable when planning to convert to tracklocross (惡路固定) or gravel-fixed.
[SPEC].
Number of holes: 32H
Shaft diameter: 12mm/through
End width: 142mm
Disc brake pedestal: 6 holes (ISO)
Compatible cogs: fixed gear / FIXED
Flange diameter: 56mm
Flange width: 68mm
Chainline: 51.6mm
Weight:242g
Material: 6061 aluminum
- Orders are shipped within 1–2 business days after payment is confirmed. Orders placed by 10:00 AM are generally shipped the same day.
- Messenger delivery is available within Nagoya City only (excluding complete bikes and framesets).
- We ship every day from Monday through Sunday, except on temporary closure days.
- Shipping destinations: throughout Japan and worldwide.
- Shipment may be delayed depending on credit card processing. If you would like to request a delivery date or time, please add a note in your cart.
- All orders are shipped from Circles.
- For damage or loss during transit, please contact the carrier.
Complete Bike Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥9,900 (tax included) applies to complete bikes. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- After purchase, we perform a final inspection before shipping. Please allow 1–2 weeks in some cases.
- For packing, some parts may be removed. We strongly recommend having the bike reassembled and checked by your local bicycle shop before riding.
- We will contact you by email with delivery details.
- Products are also sold in-store, so availability may change before the order is finalized.
Frameset Shipping within Japan
- Flat-rate shipping within Japan: ¥5,500 (tax included). Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Shipping rates for OMNIUM framesets and complete bikes differ.
- We will contact you by email with delivery details.
- Facing and tapping preparation for framesets purchased from Circles is available at no additional charge. Details will be provided after purchase.
- Headset and bottom bracket installation are also available for an additional labor fee. Please contact us if required.
Custom & Stock Wheel Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥2,000 (tax included) applies. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Stock wheels undergo a final inspection by a mechanic before shipping. Please allow approximately 3 business days for dispatch.
For international orders, shipping costs vary by destination. Please check the amount shown at checkout.