The DMRs aren't caged though are they? I used to run the good old shark bites then when I built the Giant everyone said to get platforms, so I did.... DMR V12 Mags Thing is I just didn't like them, couldn't get the grip I wanted, tried different footwear, pin arrangements and so on. Have to say though, I never ever heard a bad noise from the bearings, very impressed with that bit! Running the VP cages now, 2 rides and already the bearings are creaking! But I can live with that for the better grip.