FUSION Hubset

Why FUSION ?

After more than a decade of developing high-performance components trusted by top-level BMX riders around the world, Pride Racing is proud to introduce the FUSION hub — our most advanced, precise, and efficient hub system to date.

The FUSION is the result of years of rider feedback, real-world testing, and precision engineering. Designed to meet the increasing demands of modern BMX racing, it delivers ultra-fast engagement, minimal friction, long-lasting durability, and an impressively low weight.

As frame and drivetrain standards evolve — and as riders demand quicker response without compromising freewheel smoothness — the development of the FUSION focused on three core objectives:

Maximize engagement precision
Reduce drivetrain drag
Maintain a low weight without sacrificing reliability

Offset 6-Pawl System

At the heart of the FUSION hub lies a robust and intelligently designed 6-pawls drive system.

Each pawl is offset and operates in groups of three, allowing for engagement every 3°.

In practical terms:

60-tooth ratchet ring
3 pawls engage simultaneously for balanced load distribution
Quick engagement with reduced stress on each component
Improved control out of the gate and through corners

This system provides a clear advantage during sprint starts and rhythm sections, where every degree of engagement makes a difference.

Drag Reduction — Maximum Speed, Minimal Friction

One of the main goals in developing the FUSION hub was to minimize rolling resistance, especially during high-cadence, low-load situations that are common in BMX — like warm-up laps, manuals, or fast-flowing sections.

To achieve this, we optimized several key components:

Use of high-end, low-friction bearings
Precise tuning of pawl spring tension to reduce internal drag
A refined ratchet profile for crisp engagement without excess resistance

Why it matters:

A hub with reduced drag spins more freely.

This translates to better speed retention, a more natural, fluid feel, and less rider fatigue over the course of a session.

The difference is especially noticeable during warm-up laps, manuals, or high-speed sections where the wheel turns without pedaling.

High-performance bearings — built for the demands of BMX racing

Standard on the outside, optimized on the inside

While the bearings retain standard external dimensions, their internal geometry has been completely re-engineered.

The ball diameter and raceway profiles have been modified to deliver better performance under lateral loads — typical in BMX use: powerful starts, landings, and explosive sprints.

Durability you can feel from the first pedal stroke

Increased resistance to side loads
Reduced wear under heavy forces
Extended bearing life in real-world race conditions

Reinforced sealing for demanding environments

One side of the bearing features a reinforced seal, offering effective protection against water, mud, and pressure washing.

This design helps extend maintenance intervals while ensuring consistent performance throughout use.

Optimized for 120mm rotors

Unlike many hubs originally developed for mountain bikes, the FUSION hub has been specifically engineered to meet the unique requirements of disc braking in BMX.

One of the most common issues with race disc builds is caliper-to-spoke interference. To address this, the FUSION rear hub has been optimized for use with 120 mm rotors.

This design offers: