{"product_id":"boostinator","title":"Boostinator","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoostinator kits allow non-boost wheels to be mounted in Boost spacing frames and forks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhile incremental, the benefits of the “Boost” 15x110mm front and 12x148mm rear axle standards are clear: better clearance for fatter tires \u0026amp; rims and reduced dish for stiffer, stronger wheels. The big bummer? Taking full advantage requires not only a new frame and fork, but new wheels as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn response, we have developed the Boostinator. When paired with compatible 15x100mm or 12x142mm hubs, Boostinator kits allow existing wheels to be mounted in Boost-standard frames and forks. Disc and drivetrain positions are maintained and, thanks to a quick re-dish, spoke bracing angles are improved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator kits consist of a specially-designed axle end cap and—in the case of rear kits—a precision-machined rotor spacer with a set of six high-strength bolts. In keeping with Boost specifications, the disc and cassette are shifted outboard, allowing brakes and derailleurs to function as designed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"PdpSqImgLinks\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/boostinator-installation\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/boostinator-installation\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0230\/9291\/files\/Install_Boostinator_medium.jpg?v=1550248690\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0230\/9291\/files\/Install_Boostinator_medium.jpg?v=1550248690\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecific model compatibility listed below under the “Models” section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront boostinators are only an endcap and do not require rotor spacer.  The wheel is re-dished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear boostinators require both a re-dish and rotor spacer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Boostinator kits are not approved for rotors larger than 183mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHubs spacing is 100mm front and 142 rear, and the Boostinators make them 110 and 148 respectively\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with 6-bolt FRONT wheels and SOME centerlock models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with ONLY 6-bolt REAR wheels (there is no way to space centerlock rotors over 6mm) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomplete list of compatible DT Swiss build (Spline) wheels click here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT recommend (or safe) for non-symmetric lacing like the 2:1 lacing found on some of Industry Nine’s wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will need to re-dish your wheel after installing any Boosinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator DF2\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTheBoostinatorDF2 is compatible with DT-Swiss 2011 and newer 15x100mm 240s front hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUse DF-20 for 240s Oversize (20mm convertible) hubs. These hubs have a threaded non-disc side endcap that has little wrench flats on it\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCenterlock hubs are supported\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DF2 is also compatible with some complete DT Swiss Spline One front wheels. Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for a compatibility table\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNet weight: 6g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator DF3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DF3 is compatible with DT-Swiss 15x100mm 350- and 370-series front hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCenterlock hubs are supported\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DF3 is also compatible with some complete wheels from DT Swiss. Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for a compatibility table\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNet weight: 5g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator HF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator HF is compatible with 15x100mm Hope Pro 2 EVO and Pro 4 front hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNon-EVO Pro 2 hubs are not supported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator HR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator HR is compatible with 12x142mm Hope Pro 2 EVO and Pro 4 rear hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNon-EVO Pro 2 hubs are not supported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNet weight: 18g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator 9TR (Discontinued)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCompatible with 142x12 rear Industry Nine Torch hubs.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNot compatible with 2:1 lacing wheels from Industry Nine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNot compatible with Centerlock hubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator DF2O (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDiscontinued\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DF2O is compatible with DT-Swiss 15x100mm 240s Oversize (20mm convertible) front hubs. These hubs have a threaded non-disc side endcap that has little wrench flats on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNet weight: 5g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBoostinator DR (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDiscontinued\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DR is compatible with DT-Swiss 12x142mm Star Ratchet (240- and 350-series) rear hubs with 6-bolt (IS) rotor mounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCenterlock hubs are not supported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul2\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e180- and 190-series hubs are Centerlock only\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Boostinator DR is also compatible with some complete wheels from DT Swiss, Roval (Specialized), Giant, Syncros (Scott), and others that use DT’s Star Ratchet internals. A compatibility table of DT Swiss wheelsets is available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/dt-swiss-hub-boostinator-compatibility\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the disc side end cap. Bearing size 6802 15x24\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNet weight: 18g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e6061 aluminum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded: \u003c\/strong\u003e Rear kits come with appropriate-length Class 10.9 bolts – each roughly 40% stronger than more common Class 8.8 hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQ: What about the rim- won’t it be off center?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA: That’s true–but it’s an easy fix with some benefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBy shifting the hub flanges slightly, spoke bracing angles are brought closer to symmetric for a stiffer, stronger build.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul2\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA typical rear wheel (Velocity Blunt on DT 240s) will see its effective non-drive side spoke length reduced by 0.4mm, the drive side by 0.1mm- both minimal changes and well within typical spoke length tolerances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn the example above, the drive-side spokes will need to be loosened 7\/8-turn, the non-drive tightened by 1\/4-turn.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQ: If the bolts are longer, will they break?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: That is the last thing we want, so enlisted some engineers from our local nuclear weapons laboratory (seriously) to crunch the numbers. It turns out that, with the spacer installed each bolt is four times stronger than needed to handle the forces generated by the strongest brakes on the market. That said…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRear Boostinator kits are not approved for rotors larger than 183mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eProper torque and installation pattern on the bolts is required as prescribed by the rotor and brake manufacture\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUse a torque wrench\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQ: The axle is unsupported–won’t it be flexy and horrible?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA: With the thru axle bearing the load the model is essentially identical to a Boost-native hub with slightly closer bearing placement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOn the drive side, where the majority of unsupported axle lies, nothing changes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTheoretically, the system won’t be quite as stiff as a true Boost wheel, but it will be very, very close (and a whole lot less expensive).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQ: Will I need a new crankset or spider?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA: Possibly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn the case of multi-ring drivetrains or when using plus-sized wheels and tires, a Boost-specific spider is recommended, not only for shifting performance but for frame and tire clearance as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf running a single chainring or more ‘normal’ tires, likely not.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/boost-chainline-and-chainrings\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/boost-chainline-and-chainrings\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eExplanation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Unless stated otherwise, compatibility assertions reflect the position of Wolf Tooth Components LLC and do not constitute or imply endorsement by the trademark holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/wolf-tooth-patents-and-trademarks\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wolftoothcomponents.com\/pages\/wolf-tooth-patents-and-trademarks\"\u003ePatent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand trademark information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wolf Tooth Components","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Boostinator DF2 Front DT 240","offer_id":44724496793634,"sku":"BST-DF2","price":4.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Boostinator DF3 Front DT 350\/370","offer_id":44724496826402,"sku":"BST-DF3","price":4.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Boostinator HF Front Hope Pro 2 EVO","offer_id":44724496859170,"sku":"BST-HF","price":4.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Boostinator HR Rear Hope Pro 2 EVO","offer_id":44724496891938,"sku":"BST-HR","price":4.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Boostinator 9TR Rear Industry Nine Torch","offer_id":44724496924706,"sku":"BST-9TR","price":4.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/7940\/8674\/files\/Boostinator_HR_Kit_Nobackground_Text.jpg?v=1767989801","url":"https:\/\/www.tonkacycleandski.com\/products\/boostinator","provider":"Tonka Cycles and Skis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}