I like this blog, it's pretty informative on all matters wheel:
Novatec road rear hubs a few numbers to remember | Who's at the Wheel?
Novatec road rear hubs a few numbers to remember | Who's at the Wheel?
I believe the blogger is UK-based, so it's quite possible he deals with damp/dank/wet riding conditions more than most.Interesting read. 500 miles service intervals sounds a bit excessive. I have a pair of 482-11/291 hubs on Kinlin 479w and have no hint of play after 500 miles with them. They have only seen rain once though, maybe things would be worth in constant rain?
Would be curious to hear other's experiences with the Novatec 482 hub.