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Dynohubs

I stock dynohubs from Shimano and Schmidt and build wheels using both hubs, and sell a wide variety of dynamo powered lights. If you use your bicycle as a vehicle I highly recommend a dynamo powered lighting system. I don't know of anyone who has tried one and wishes they'd gone back to battery powered lights. There is no denying that batteries are becoming more powerful and lighter, but until they invent the battery that never has to be recharged, I'll stick with a dynohub. Bicycles are transportation, and a generator powered lighting system allows the same hassle-free operation we expect of motorized vehicles. If the vehicle is moving, the lights work. No charging, no wondering if you have enough juice to keep your lights on through the ride.

Prices

Schmidt SON28 Nabendynamo Silver 32 or 36 hole $275
Shimano DH-3N71 silver 32 or 36H $95
Schmidt SON28 Silver 24, 28, 40, 0r 48 hole $301
Black SON28 32 and 36 hole only $312
SONXS 100 Silver 32H only. Uses narrower XS hubshell. Slightly reduces weight and drag. $301.
Shimano DH-3D71 (Shimano centerlock disc mount) silver 32 hole $95

SON hubs are also available with six bolt disc mounts in a variety of drillings. Call for pricing.

Schmidt or Shimano?

I'm asked this question often. Both hubs are very high quality products. The Shimano dynohub is excellent and basic service on it can be performed by the home mechanic. The Schmidt hubs are one of the finest bicycle parts you'll ever lay hands on, they're made to rack up tens of thousands of miles before they need service. I have seen several Schmidt hubs with over 30,000 miles on them without any evidence of wear. I have used, and presently use both hubs on different bikes.

I know this page is pretty brief, and I'll expand on it as time allows. In the meantime, if you're looking for more information on the Schmidt dynohub look at the website of Peter White Cycles, the North American importer of Schmidt products.