NOX Composites - Industry Nine Hydra 2 Custom Wheelset Builder

Let's build your dream wheel set!

Select your rim, hub specs, color,  spokes, nipples and spoke nipple color and we will do the rest!

All custom wheels are eligible for free shipping anywhere in the U.S.

NOX Composites Carbon Rims

NOX Composites carbon rims are engineered for riders looking for the ideal balance of low weight, stiffness, durability, and precise handling. Designed with performance-driven carbon construction, NOX offers rim options suited for everything from lightweight XC and trail builds to aggressive all-mountain and enduro riding.

NOX rims feature an asymmetric rim profile designed to improve spoke bracing angles and create more balanced spoke tension between each side of the wheel. The result is a stronger, stiffer, and more reliable wheel build. Their UniWeave™ carbon construction combines different composite materials to optimize strength while keeping weight low.

Depending on the model, NOX rims also incorporate their reinforced RockGuard™ or RockGuard HL™ bead technology to improve resistance against impacts and rock strikes. The Anti-Burp Bump™ helps improve tubeless tire retention and reduces the likelihood of air loss during aggressive cornering and hard riding.

With multiple widths and models available, you can select the NOX rim that best matches your riding style and terrain, then pair it with your choice of hubs, spokes, and nipples to create a completely custom wheelset.

Key Features

• Lightweight carbon composite construction
• Asymmetric design for improved spoke tension balance
• UniWeave™ carbon technology
• RockGuard™ / RockGuard HL™ reinforced bead technology
• Anti-Burp Bump™ tubeless tire retention
• Tubeless-ready designs
• Options for XC, trail, all-mountain, and enduro riding
• Designed for strong, stiff, and responsive custom wheel builds

Choose your NOX rim to start building your custom wheelset.

Industry Nine Hydra 2 Classic Rear Hub

The Industry Nine Hydra 2 Classic takes Industry Nine’s legendary high-engagement hub platform and makes it stronger, smoother, and more durable for modern mountain biking. Designed and manufactured in Asheville, North Carolina, Hydra 2 is built for everything from aggressive trail and enduro riding to downhill and full-power e-MTB use.

At the heart of Hydra 2 is an ultra-responsive 870-point-of-engagement (POE) drive system, providing engagement every 0.41°. The result is nearly instantaneous power transfer when you step on the pedals—especially noticeable through technical climbs, quick ratchet moves, and sections where precise pedal input matters.

Hydra 2 also receives major durability upgrades, including a 65% thicker axle, larger 6903 bearings, reinforced pawl pockets, improved sealing, and a refined drive mechanism designed to increase reliability while reducing drag. The Classic hub shell uses traditional J-bend spokes, making it an excellent choice for a premium custom wheel build while maintaining straightforward spoke availability and serviceability.

Key Features

• 870 points of engagement
• Ultra-fast 0.41° engagement
• 6-pawl Hydra 2 drive system
• 65% thicker redesigned axle
• Larger, durable 6903 cartridge bearings
• Improved labyrinth sealing system
• Reinforced pawl pockets for increased durability
• Classic J-bend spoke interface
• 32-hole drilling
• 12x148mm Boost spacing
• SRAM XD freehub
• 6-bolt rotor interface
• Approx. weight: 292g
• E-MTB compatible
• Made in Asheville, North Carolina

Best For: Trail • All-Mountain • Enduro • Downhill • E-MTB

Choose the Hydra 2 Classic for your custom wheel build if you want exceptionally fast engagement, proven Industry Nine performance, easy-to-source J-bend spokes, and a hub designed to withstand years of aggressive riding.

Please allow 2-3 weeks for your custom wheels to be assembled, packed and heading your way!