Posts in category cyclocross wheel reviews

Wide rims for cyclocross and gravel? Alto Cycling’s AMX29 alloy tubeless wheelset says yes. We put the wide rims to the test for both ‘cross and gravel in this review.

The FSE G40/30X carbon disc tubeless gravel wheelset is ready for roads far and wide. We take a first look at this 1,341g wheelset with 25mm wide rims.

Mountain bike rims for cyclocross? We took the Irwin Kova 29er carbon tubeless disc wheelset inside the tape to see if they are ‘cross-worthy.

The Boyd Cycling Jocassee 650b carbon tubeless wheel set is designed for gravel grinding. We put this high-volume wheelset to the test and report back in our first Gravel Gear installment.

Tubeless cyclocross and gravel rims have grown in width, and lost their hooks. Derby Rims claims some credit for this movement. We test Derby’s CX 23i rim.

FSE’s filament spin carbon manufacturing process brings a new approach to cyclocross wheel construction. We see if the EVO 35CD tubeless clinchers are up to their off-road task.

This year, we saw some wheelie interesting trends in tech. Dual wheel sizes and higher volume cyclocross tubeless tires are two shifts we saw in 2017.

Williams Cycling has a long history in cyclocross and is now coming to local bike shops. We take a first look at its updated System 45 carbon tubeless clincher wheelset from Interbike 2017.

The Aeolus line of wheels has been a workhorse for Bontrager for years. We take a first look at the Aeolus 3 tubeless-ready carbon disc clincher wheelset. Full review to come after we put them to the test this fall.

Alto’s CTX40 carbon tubular cyclocross wheelset features a high-low flange design and customizable build. We take a first look in this product spotlight.

Reliable tubeless tire setups require attention to the little details, including oft-neglected tubeless valves. We compare different takes on the tubeless valve from Orange Seal, Boyd, American Classic, Slime and more.

Alexrims Boondocks 3 is an alloy tubeless ready, disc only cyclocross/gravel wheelset. We take a first look at this $330 mid-weight wheelset.

Mountain bike wheels for cyclocross? The Irwin Kova XC 29er is worth a look as a tubeless, disc ‘cross wheel thanks to a wide rim and carbon construction.

The HED Ardennes SL disc brake alloy tubular wheelset delivers a weight near similar carbon wheels at a lower cost. We look at this alloy tubular CX option.

The Zinc 3 is Crankbrothers’ first cyclocross/gravel-specific wheel. We found a wheelset with reliable tubeless rims and study design for off-road riding.

Cyclocross is coming. Are you ready? For many, being ready is having a lightweight set of tubular race wheels. We’ve got the latest from Mavic …

Boyd Cycling unveiled its Jocassee carbon 650b gravel wheels, Ready2Ride purchase option, and the CXM-inspired tubeless tire sealant. We take a look at Press Camp.

Mavic has rolled out new hoop options for cyclocross and gravel cyclists, with a long-awaited update to the Open Pro rim, and a 25mm internal width XA Elite wheelset.

Clement’s new Ushuaia alloy wheels offer a solid value in either 700c or 650b size and come in two versions (lightweight and standard). The new MXP 24″ tire offers a narrow, faster option for young riders and the MSO and USH X’Plor gravel tires are available in 50c widths.

Irwin Cycling, a new brand of wheels in the States, specializes in carbon with high quality bearings and quick-engaging freehubs. We preview the company’s carbon tubeless offerings.

Roval’s latest cyclocross and 29er carbon wheels seek to expand the brand’s identity beyond the shadow of the Big Red S and into cyclocross and gravel.

Mercury Cycling joins the ever-growing list of companies that are expanding into the gravel market with its new G1 carbon disc wheelset.

Some Day One highlights from Sea Otter 2017: New wheels from Crank Brothers and Alto Cycling and new products from Lezyne, ESI Grips and Mavic

Easton rolls over the punches with its new EA70 AX tubeless gravel wheelset. 24mm wide, Centerlock, built for rough terrain, $599 per set. Details & first ride review.

A high-end carbon lightweight wheelset just for gravel racing? We were skeptical, and put the Knight Composites 29 Gravel / Race wheels to the test in cyclocross, trail riding and dirt road cruising.

Looking for an aero, strong, tubeless race wheel? Atomik’s carbon 38C Disc wheels for cyclorossers, gravel racers and road cyclists are worth a look. Here’s our initial impressions.

The Spēd Precision Courseque CX tubeless wheels are designed with cyclocross in mind, but offer attention to details and versatility that might make them your do-it-all wheelset. We put them to the test.

Reynold’s Attack DB wheels are a lightweight, 1480 gram (claimed) carbon composite wheelset with tubeless compatibility. We take a first look at our in-review wheels today.

Carbon wheels are one of the most popular (albeit costly) ways to improve the way your bike rides. Check out some of the latest offerings from Zipp, Alex Rims and a new company based out of Southern California called Spēd Precision.

At Interbike’s Outdoor Demo, we got an early look at some of the new cyclocross and gravel-oriented wheels being shown at the annual Vegas convention. See offerings from Alto, Knight and Lightweight.