Tags: Wheels
Henry Quinney
Apr 3, 2024
Review: Logos Eudae 29 HD Carbon Wheels
The Eudae HD wheels have survived a year of hard riding, including lots of laps in the Whistler Bike Park.
Race Face
Mar 28, 2024
Race Face Announces New Era Carbon Wheel
Race Face says the Era is their most durable and compliant carbon wheel.
Newmen Launches New Lightweight Trail & XC Wheels
newmencomponents
Mar 5, 2024
Newmen Launches New Phase 30 & Beskar 30 MTB Wheels
New carbon and aluminum options from the German wheel specialists.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 21, 2024
Video: How Long Should a Wheel Last? | Pinkbike Weekly Show Ep. 15
Kaz joins Christina and Henry for the weekly show.
e*thirteen
Jan 25, 2024
e*thirteen Components Announces New Line of MTB Wheels for 2024
The new line of MTB wheels includes the Optimus Trail, Sylvan All Mountain, and Grappler Gravity lines.
Jessie-May Morgan
Jan 25, 2024
First Look: E*Thirteen's New Sylvan, Grappler & Optimus Wheels
The long-standing E*Thirteen XCX, TRS and LG1 wheels are displaced by all-new 28mm and 30mm options in Race Carbon and Race Alloy
Pinkbike Originals
Dec 19, 2023
Tech Tuesday - An Easy Guide to Installing Tire Inserts
Henry and Matt talk you through the installation of an insert.
Henry Quinney
Nov 23, 2023
Review: Berd’s Hawk 30 Wheels Use String Spokes for Impressive Compliance
The Hawk 30 wheels use polyethylene spokes to save weight and improve vibration damping.
Matt Beer
Nov 8, 2023
Review: DT Swiss FR 1500 Wheelset
The FR1500 is designed to handle the abuse dished out by everyone from World Cup DH racers to weekend warriors.
Henry Quinney
Nov 1, 2023
Review: Spank 359 Downhill Wheels - Alloy Wheels Turned up to 11
"There have been square hits, side-glancing hits, front-and-rear-all-at-once hits, and both wheels still spin true."
Mike Kazimer
Oct 4, 2023
First Ride: Zipp's New 1Zero HiTop Carbon Wheels
Zipp's new wheels were created with compliance in mind, and are designed for bikes with 130mm of travel or less.
HuntBikeWheels
Sep 6, 2023
Introducing the HUNT E_All Mountain Wheelset
Aluminum wheels built to withstand the abuse of eMTBs.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 28, 2023
WTB Develops New 750d Wheel Size
It's for gravel bikes, but you can still get mad if you want.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 18, 2023
Review: Reserve 30|HD AL vs Race Face Turbine Wheels
Two aluminum wheels, both with lifetime warranties. Which set comes out on top?
Revel Bikes
Aug 7, 2023
Revel Bikes Launch the RW30 V2 Wheels
Another dose of FusionFiber for those looking for some new wheels.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 2, 2023
Forge+Bond Releases Two New Rim Designs
Rounding out the lineup with the 25 XC and the 30 AM.
Logos Components
Jul 26, 2023
Lōgōs Components Releases New XC, AM|EN Carbon Wheels
Lōgōs new wheelsets are priced at $1,299 and are covered by a lifetime warranty.
Industry Nine
Jul 26, 2023
Industry Nine Releases New Premium Carbon Wheelsets
Eight new wheelsets in the lineup, ready for everything from XC to Downhill.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 20, 2023
Roval Launches 3 New Traverse Wheelsets
SL and HD carbon options, plus a new aluminum wheelset.
Henry Quinney
Jun 22, 2023
Review: E*Thirteen LG1 Race Carbon Downhill Wheels
These wheels have survived everything from the Fort William World Cup to the Whistler Bike Park.
Henry Quinney
Jun 16, 2023
We Fine Tune Suspension Using Telemetry & Break Carbon Wheels | Pinkbike Magazine Show Ep. 9
Henry and Max talk about just how wrong Henry is about pretty much everything.
Henry Quinney
Jun 12, 2023
Review: Hunt Proven Carbon Wheelset
The Proven Carbon wheels tick almost all the boxes, but the rear rim did end up cracking.
Matt Beer
Jun 8, 2023
First Look: DT Swiss 1500 Classic Downhill Wheelset
Aluminum rims, j-bend spokes, and a 30mm internal width - DT's new wheels follow a tried-and-true formula.
Hayes Bicycle
Jun 1, 2023
Reynolds Introduces New Enduro and Downhill Wheels
Reynolds claims the new wheels have improved compliance and durability.
Industry Nine
May 30, 2023
Industry Nine Expands S-Series Wheel Range
The S-Series Classic wheelset is now available with conventional j-bend spokes and Industry Nine's Hydra hubs.
Nukeproof
May 25, 2023
Nukeproof Launches New Horizon Pro Wheel Range
Nukeproof now offered a Pro version of its Horizon enduro wheels with lower weights and higher engagement.
Dario DiGiulio
May 5, 2023
Review: We Are One Convergence Carbon Wheelset
We put WAO's newest Canadian-made carbon wheels to the test.
Henry Quinney
Apr 22, 2023
Video: Featherlight Wheels & New Downhill Bikes | 2023 Sea Otter
Henry explores this year's festival in California.
HuntBikeWheels
Apr 20, 2023
Classified & Hunt Announce Proven Carbon Race XC Wheelset
The new wheelset combines Hunt's carbon rims with Classified's Powershift hub shell.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 12, 2023
Race Face Releases New Turbine Aluminum Wheels With a Lifetime Warranty
The updated Turbine wheels are less expensive than the previous version, and they're covered by a generous warranty.
Dario DiGiulio
Apr 11, 2023
First Look: Forge+Bond's New Thermoplastic Wheels
Forge+Bond is the latest offshoot of CSS Composites, focused on making high-end thermoplastic wheels.
Henry Quinney
Feb 28, 2023
Berd Bring Their String Spoke Technology to New Hubs
The Talon hubs are designed to make lacing up a wheelset with Berd's spokes much easier.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 15, 2023
Reserve's New Aluminum Wheels Come With a Lifetime Warranty
The $699 price also includes Reserve's fancy Fillmore valves.
Mike Kazimer
Nov 23, 2022
We Are One Announces New Convergence Carbon Rims & Wheels
The rims are said to be 32% stronger than We Are One's own Union 29 rims.
Henry Quinney
Nov 22, 2022
Berd Release 1400 Gram Enduro Ready String-Spoke Wheelset
The Hawk30 wheels use polyethylene spokes laced to carbon rims manufactured by We Are One Composites.
Henry Quinney
Nov 10, 2022
Syncros Release 1500 Gram Carbon Trail Wheels
The new Revelstoke wheels have a 30mm inner width and a lower rim height than before.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 28, 2022
Review: Chris King's US-Made MTN30 Carbon Wheels
The MTN30 wheels use FusionFiber thermoplastic rims.
Henry Quinney
Oct 27, 2022
Tech Week 2023: Oquo Are a New Brand of Carbon Wheels From Orbea
Oquo, whilst slightly hard to pronounce, tries to make things easy to understand with their new range of wheels.
Seb Stott
Oct 4, 2022
First Look: WTB's HTZ E-Bike Wheels Are Designed For Toughness, Not Lightness
The new wheels have heat sink hubs that are claimed to improve braking on long descents.
Henry Quinney
Sep 30, 2022
Hunt Releases New 'Proven' XC & Enduro Carbon Wheels
Hunt's expanding their lineup with two new carbon wheelsets, both priced at $1,099 USD.
Dan Roberts
Sep 14, 2022
First Look: DT Swiss Introduces New FR 541 Rim
The new aluminum rim was designed with DH racers in mind, or anyone who's hard on their wheels.
Review: Stan's Flow MK4 Wheelset - Now With Magnets
NOBL Wheels
Aug 23, 2022
NOBL Announces New TR35 Carbon Wheels
The new wheels are aimed at modern aggressive XC and trail riding.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 11, 2022
Bontrager Launches New Lightweight XC Wheels
The new Kovee RSL wheelset weighs in at only 1199 grams.
Reserve Wheels
Jun 7, 2022
Reserve Releases Fillmore Cap Kits & Longer Fillmore Valves
There are now Reserve Fillmore Cap Kits in eight different colours and longer 70mm and 90mm Fillmore Valves.
Henry Quinney
Apr 29, 2022
Review: Hunt Trail Wide V2 Wheels
Hunt's Trail Wide wheels offer a good value considering their $459 price tag.
Ed Spratt
Apr 25, 2022
Chris King Launches Range of Recyclable Carbon Wheels
A new range of wheels that use a new FusionFiber technology.
Beta MTB
Apr 13, 2022
Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro Alloy i9 Wheelset - Beta Editors’ Choice
Alloy wheels to write home about.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 4, 2022
Review: Silt's $1,000 Carbon XC Wheels
Silt's wheels are lighter, louder, and less expensive than much of the competition.
Hayes Bicycle
Mar 30, 2022
Hayes Bicycle Group Announces New Reynolds Wheels & Manitou Dropper Post
Two new products from the Hayes Bicycle Group.
Beta MTB
Mar 28, 2022
Testing Reserve’s 30|SL and 30|HD Wheels Head-to-Head
Ryan Palmer digs into the differences and similarities between Reserve's newest carbon wheels.
Reserve Wheels
Feb 15, 2022
Reserve Announces 30|HD Wheelset for All Mountain & Enduro Riding
Available in 29" and 27.5" sizes, with an inner with of 30mm, the Reserve 30|HD wheelset is designed for trail, all mountain and enduro riding.
Matt Beer
Feb 15, 2022
First Ride: Reserve 30|HD Carbon Wheels Can Take Serious Hits
Reserve's new 1800 gram wheelset is designed for all-mountain and enduro riders.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 8, 2022
Review: Roval Control Carbon Wheels
Did someone say downcountry? The 1450 gram Roval Control wheels are a great way to save weight without totally breaking the bank.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 3, 2022
Ibis Introduces Blackbird Send Aluminum Wheels
With the new Blackbird Send wheels, Ibis introduces a new component brand.
Stans NoTubes
Jan 10, 2022
Stan’s Announces Wheels With New M-Pulse Hubs
Stan's new M-pulse hubs are based on Project 321's magnetic pawl design.
Alicia Leggett
Nov 29, 2021
New 'Super Wheel' Prototypes Still Claim to Offer Power Assistance Without a Motor... And We're Still Skeptical
The Super Wheel's spring-loaded design is supposed to provide pedal assistance without using a battery or motor, which seems to defy the laws of physics.
Reserve Wheels
Nov 4, 2021
Reserve Announces Fillmore Tubeless Valves With More Airflow & Coreless Design
The next evolution of Presta aims to make tubeless set-up easier.
Sarah Moore
Nov 4, 2021
Reserve's New Fillmore Valve Aims to Make Tubeless Easier
The next evolution of Presta aims to make tubeless set-up easier.
Dan Roberts
Oct 13, 2021
First Look: DT Swiss' New 1900 Spline Wheelsets
DT's star ratchet hub design is now available at a more affordable price point.
Spinergy Announces MTX Mountain Bike Line of Wheels
Seb Stott
Aug 26, 2021
First Look: Evil's New Loophole Wheels are USA-Made With "FusionFiber"
Evil has new epoxy-free carbon rims on the way that are made via an automated process.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 17, 2021
Review: WTB's New CZR i30 Carbon Wheels
WTB now offers their CZR carbon rims in a pre-built wheelset.
WTB
Aug 17, 2021
Video: WTB Introduces CZR Carbon Wheels for Gravel & Mountain Bikes
WTB's new carbon wheels come with a lifetime warranty and are available in both 30mm and 23mm internal widths for enduro to gravel riding.
Stans NoTubes
Jun 29, 2021
Stan's Introduces New MK4 and S2 Rims and Wheels
Stan's is now offering asymmetric aluminum wheels.
Henry Quinney
Jun 21, 2021
Review: Mavic Crossmax XL 29" Alloy Wheels
Mavic's latest alloy wheelset offers a good balance when it comes to price vs performance.
Sarah Moore
Jun 18, 2021
Reserve Announces New 30|SL Wheelset with Wider & Lower Rim
Compared to the previous generation 30|30, Reserve says that the 30|SL is lighter and offers more vertical compliance for a more comfortable ride.
Seb Stott
May 25, 2021
Review: Nukeproof's $563 Horizon V2 Wheels
The Horizon V2 wheels are built around Nukeproof's own rims and are rated for enduro and downhill use
Mike Kazimer
May 24, 2021
Roval Releases New $650 Traverse Alloy Wheelset
The wheels use DT Swiss' new 370 Ratchet LN internals.
Halo Wheels
May 23, 2021
Halo Releases Gravitas DH Wheelset
After two years of testing at DH World Cups, Halo launches its new Gravitas wheelset.
Sarah Moore
May 14, 2021
Review: The New Reserve 28 XC Wheels Don't Mess Around
Sensibly light, relatively robust, and very comfortable.
Dan Roberts
Apr 28, 2021
Review: DT Swiss EX 1700 Spline Wheelset
Nine months of hard riding later and the EX 1700s are still going strong.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 26, 2021
Roval Releases New 1,450 Gram Control Carbon Wheelset
The new lightweight cross-country wheels are priced at $1,350 USD.
Daniel Sapp
Apr 16, 2021
Bontrager Releases $350 Line Comp 30 Alloy Wheelset - Pond Beaver 2021
With a reasonable price, quick engaging hubs, and tough alloy rims this new wheelset looks great on paper.
Henry Quinney
Apr 15, 2021
Review: Silt AM 29 Alloy Wheels
Silt's AM 29 aluminum wheels are built to take a beating at a relatively affordable price.
Henry Quinney
Apr 14, 2021
Hunt Release New Trail and Enduro Wheelsets - Pond Beaver 2021
Hunt's wheels have undergone a complete overhaul with new rims, hubs and spoke configurations.
Seb Stott
Apr 8, 2021
Zipp Updates 3Zero Moto Wheels With New Hub & Lower Price - Pond Beaver 2021
The 3Zero wheels received a new hub, and no longer come with a TyreWiz pressure sensor.
James Smurthwaite
Apr 8, 2021
Revel Expands US-Made Recyclable Wheel Range With the RW27 - Pond Beaver 2021
A narrower option now available from Revel.
Alicia Leggett
Mar 22, 2021
Meet COPRO, the Small German Company Making Foam-Filled Carbon Wheels
The minds behind COPRO worked in carbon manufacturing for the aerospace sector, then decided their technology could be used to make carbon wheels.
Alicia Leggett
Mar 18, 2021
Throwback Thursday: Intriguing Taipei Cycle Show Products That Never Went Mainstream
We didn't get to go to the Taipei Cycle Show in person this year, so let's take a look back at some finds worth remembering.
Alicia Leggett
Jan 27, 2021
WTB Releases Proterra Wheelsets That Won't Break the Bank
WTB's new Proterra wheelsets aim to provide relatively affordable options without too much compromise.
Ed Spratt
Jan 22, 2021
Gravaa's New Wheels Will Allow Tire Pressure Adjustments While Riding
A miniature high-pressure pump is driven by the wheels using an integrated clutch unit.
Stans NoTubes
Jan 15, 2021
Video: Jill Kintner's First Time Building A Wheel
Despite her long list of accomplishments in the bike world, Jill Kintner had yet to build herself a wheel.
WTB
Nov 12, 2020
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[Updated] WTB Announces All-New Carbon CZR and E-Ready HTZ Rims
WTB adds new carbon rims for mountain and gravel riders, and beefed up aluminum rims for the e-bike crowd.
Daniel Sapp
Nov 11, 2020
Review: Gulo Composites' GMX-25 Carbon Spoked Wheelset
These lightweight, US-made wheels use braided carbon spokes that are claimed to have better impact resistance than steel spokes.
Race Face
Nov 2, 2020
Race Face Announces Aeffect R Wheel, Trace Hub & Rear eMTB Aeffect R Wheel
New products to keep you rolling whether you're powered by a motor or not.
Daniel Sapp
Nov 3, 2020
Review: Race Face's New Aeffect R Alloy Wheelset
$600 and built to take a thrashing.
Hayes Bicycle
Oct 12, 2020
Reynolds Announces New XC Wheel Line
The new 309/289 XC family features four build levels with Reynolds' new front and rear-specific rim designs and spoke counts.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 29, 2020
Review: Enve AM30 Carbon Wheels
The AM30 wheels use a different rim profile, and are less expensive, than any of Enve's previous models.
Ed Spratt
Sep 15, 2020
Video: Black Ox Tests its New 'Bulletproof' Tire Sealant Using a Rifle
Can sealant plug a puncture from a .22 rifle?
ECHOS Communications
Sep 11, 2020
Roval Control SL: The Future of Cross-Country Wheels Is Now
The 1240 gram Control SL wheelset is one of the lightest on the market.
Sarah Moore
Aug 20, 2020
Review: FSA's Gradient Wider29 Carbon Wheelset
The Gradient wheels may only have 24 spokes, but they're not lacking in stiffness.
Race Face
Jul 29, 2020
Race Face Announces New Turbine R 35 Wheels
Race Face has a new enduro-rated wheelset.
Ed Spratt
Jul 20, 2020
Industry Nine Adds 24 Spoke SuperBoost Hubs to Their System Wheel Range
Industry Nine has updated their range of 24 spoke System wheels with a new SuperBoost option.
Dan Roberts
Jul 7, 2020
First Look: DT Swiss' New 1501 & 1700 Spline Wheelsets
A serious overhaul to DT's popular wheel lines.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 29, 2020
MTB on a Budget: Where to Spend & Where to Save on Bike Parts
Mountain bike is an expensive sport, but there are lots of ways to save without losing performance.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 18, 2020
Review: Bontrager's New $1300 Line Pro 30 Carbon Wheels
Bontrager says their new wheels are the strongest they've ever tested.
Nukeproof
Jun 10, 2020
Nukeproof Updates its Horizon and Neutron Wheelsets
Nukeproof are claiming improvements across performance, durability and serviceability.
Industry Nine
Jun 4, 2020
Industry Nine Announces Expanded Carbon Wheelset Lineup
Industry Nine announces four new value-oriented carbon wheelsets.
Mike Levy
May 26, 2020
First Look: Roval's 1,240 Gram Wheels Are Designed to Protect Your Tires
The latest Roval wheels are said to be stronger and less likely to cut your tire, all while weighing just 1,240-grams for the set.
Daniel Sapp
May 11, 2020
Review: HED's Raptor 29 XC Carbon Wheelset
The Raptor 29 wheels are a lightweight, XC-oriented option that's made in the USA.
Dan Roberts
May 8, 2020
First Ride: Newmen's Advanced SL A.30 Carbon Fiber Wheelset
Best known for their aluminum products, Newmen's new carbon fiber wheelset is aimed at enduro riders.
ENVE Composites
Apr 28, 2020
ENVE Announces New Tool to Build Custom Decals
Take matchy-matchy to the next level.
Industry Nine
Apr 22, 2020
Industry Nine Updates 2021 Alloy Wheels
Updated rim profiles are designed to reduce pinch flats and prevent impact damage.
Daniel Sapp
Apr 15, 2020
First Look: Gulo's New Wheels Have Carbon Spokes - Pond Beaver 2020
Carbon fiber spokes that hold together a 1,475g wheelset rated for enduro riding, among other things.
ENVE Composites
Apr 9, 2020
Video: On the Clock with ENVE's New AM30 Wheels
Enve announces their new wheelset at their lowest pricepoint yet.
James Smurthwaite
Apr 9, 2020
Atomik Carbon Go Back to Basics With Aluminium Wheelset - Pond Beaver 2020
New aluminum wheels from the guys that do carbon wheels.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 9, 2020
First Look: Enve's $1,600 AM30 Wheels - Pond Beaver 2020
Enve's newest mountain bike wheels are less expensive and more mechanic-friendly than anything they've ever produced.
Mike Levy
Apr 8, 2020
Hunt's New E_Enduro Wheelset - Pond Beaver 2020
A lot more aluminum should mean a lot more strength.
NOBL Wheels
Apr 7, 2020
Nobl Wheels Announces New TR41, TR37 & TR32 Rims
NOBL have revamped their rim line to offer more comfort, traction, and control.
Industry Nine
Mar 5, 2020
Industry Nine's New Carbon Wheelset Line
Industry Nine's new collection is the widest range of carbon wheels they have ever offered.
Daniel Sapp
Mar 3, 2020
First Ride: Industry Nine's New TR280 Carbon Wheelset
Industry Nine's newest wheels use carbon rim made by We Are One Composites in conjunction with their system hubs and spokes.
Daniel Sapp
Feb 27, 2020
First Ride: Revel's Recyclable, American-made RW30 Fusion-Fiber Wheels
A different take on carbon fiber manufacturing yields an American-made rim that's said to offer a number of advantages, including being easier to recycle.
Revel Bikes
Feb 27, 2020
Revel Bikes Announce New Revel Wheels
The American made Carbon rims are claimed to be lighter, stronger and 100% recyclable.
Dan Roberts
Feb 14, 2020
Review: The DT Swiss EXC 1200 Spline Enduro Wheelset Might Be Too Light
DT's EXC 1200 wheels are designed for enduro racing, but they didn't withstand our testing.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 11, 2020
Review: Crankbrothers' New Synthesis E Alloy Wheels
Crankbrothers borrowed design elements from their Synthesis carbon wheels and applied them to a much more affordable aluminum wheelset.
Daniel Sapp
Jan 28, 2020
Review: Atomik's BERD XC33 Wheels Use Spokes That Look Like String
Space-age polyethylene spokes that look like string? Atomik's XC33 wheels with Berd spokes are a different take on how to build a wheel.
Ed Spratt
Jan 16, 2020
Santa Cruz Bicycles Release 27.5" Reserve Carbon DH Rims
Previously only available for big-wheelers, there's now a 27.5" Reserve carbon rim.
Mike Kazimer
Jan 10, 2020
Review: We Are One Composites’ Canadian-Made Union Carbon Wheels
We put We Are One's enduro-ready carbon wheels to the test.
Andy Vathis
Dec 24, 2019
Inside We Are One Composites: Hand Laid in Canada
Take a look inside We Are One Composites to see how their carbon rims are made.
Daniel Sapp
Dec 12, 2019
Review: Bontrager's 1,290g Kovee XXX Wheelset
Bontrager's Kovee XXX carbon wheelset comes with a lifetime warranty and is impressively light, but is it durable?
Dan Roberts
Dec 10, 2019
e*thirteen Announces New Lightweight XCX Race Wheels
e*thirteen's new IW24 carbon wheels have a claimed weight of only 1350 grams.
David Arthur
Nov 22, 2019
Review: Hunt's Trail Wide Wheels Deliver Great Performance & Value
Durable aluminum wheels with a quick engaging hub for less than $500.
Atomik Carbon
Oct 28, 2019
Atomik Carbon Announces Ultralight Wheelsets with UHMWPE Spokes from Berd
UHMWPE aka Dyneema has a much higher strength to weight ratio than traditional steel spokes.
Richard Cunningham
Sep 25, 2019
Review: Industry Nine's More Affordable 101 Enduro S Wheelset
Industry Nine launches two high-performance aluminum wheelsets that retail for only $750 USD
Mike Kazimer
Sep 18, 2019
Review: Zipp's 3Zero Moto Carbon Wheels Live Up To Their Compliance Claims
Find out how Zipp's new mountain bike wheels held up to a summer's worth of abuse.
Richard Cunningham
Sep 10, 2019
Review: Mavic Deemax Elite Alloy Wheels
Mavic's do-anything trail bike wheelset delivers excellent performance for its price.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 8, 2019
New Tech from Industry Nine, Giro, Supacaz, & Fizik - Eurobike 2019
More 3D printed saddles, 31.8 stems, and too damn much oil slick.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 5, 2019
Stan's New Asymmetric Carbon Flow and Baron Rims - Eurobike 2019
Stan's collaboration with Ibis Cycles represents a new direction for the kings of tubeless
SectorWheels
Sep 3, 2019
Sector Wheels Announce Lightweight 9i Carbon Wheelset with a Suit of Armour
This new carbon rim design uses impact resistant Innegra fibers to achieve survivability that is reportedly best in class
Mike Kazimer
Aug 23, 2019
Review: Stan's Flow EX3 Alloy Wheels
Stan's newest aluminum wheels are designed to survive the rigors of DH and enduro riding.
Mike Levy
Aug 22, 2019
Review: Quai's ISOS 33 Carbon Wheels - Unique Looks, Reliable Performance
You've probably never seen carbon fiber rims like these before, but do they make a difference on the trail?
Mike Levy
Aug 16, 2019
Santa Cruz's Really Wide Carbon 29er Rim - Crankworx Whistler 2019
Too bad the Gazzaloddi never came in a 29" size.
Dan Roberts
Aug 8, 2019
First Look: DT Swiss EXC 1200 Spline Wheelset
DT have added a new carbon wheelset to their lineup aimed at the enduro crowd.
Daniel Sapp
Jul 24, 2019
Review: Crankbrothers Synthesis E11 Carbon Wheels
Synthesis challenges conventional carbon wheel design with a safe failure mode and front and rear-specific rim profiles. Is there an advantage?
HuntBikeWheels
Jul 16, 2019
HUNT Announces 3 New Wheelsets with the Carbon All-Mountain, DH Privateer & Race XC
Hunt Mountain release three new wheelsets. An XC, DH, and unique carbon all-mountain option with a lifetime warranty, provide options for a variety of riders.
Ralf Hauser
Jul 4, 2019
Randoms Part 1 - Eurobike Media Days 2019
Casting our eye over new bikes from Nicolai and Conway and tech from Magura, Pro and DT Swiss.
UCI Mountain Bike World Series
Jun 28, 2019
Video: What Wheels & Tires the EWS Pros Are Running
We caught up with the enduro pros before they dropped into practice at the MET Val di Fassa EWS to find out what they were all running.
ENVE Composites
Jun 25, 2019
Enve Announces $2100 M Series Wheels
Enve's M Series carbon mountain wheel line is now available with Industry Nine’s all new 101 hubs at an MSRP of $2100.
Mike Levy
Jun 20, 2019
ENVE Will Replace Your Rim, No Questions Asked
You don't even need to make up a story if something stupid happens.
Daniel Sapp
Jun 17, 2019
Made in USA: Inside Zipp's Carbon Wheel Testing and Production Facility
Take a look at the inner workings of Zipp's state-of-the-art composite factory in Indianappolis, Indiana.
Mike Levy
May 22, 2019
Review: Spank's Foam-Filled Spike 350 Vibrocore Wheelset
Does filling an aluminum rim with foam make a significant difference out on the trail?
Mike Levy
Apr 11, 2019
We Are One's New Handlebar and 26" Carbon Rim - Sea Otter 2019
Not only is 26" still alive, it's even carbon fiber.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 8, 2019
First Ride: Zipp Enters the Mountain Bike World With New 3Zero Moto Carbon Wheels
Zipp debuts a single wall rim design that's designed to flex for maximum traction.
Matt Wragg
Apr 5, 2019
Opinion: Carbon and Aluminum Wheels - Does Stiffer Always Mean Better?
How stiff is too stiff? Matt Wragg details his experiments with carbon and aluminum wheels to determine if more comfort leads to more speed.
Stans NoTubes
Mar 18, 2019
Stan's NoTubes Announces New Flow EX3 Rims & Wheelsets
The Flow EX3 was developed with the help of Martin Maes and was built to handle the forces generated by a season of downhill races or repeated enduro stages.
Paul Aston
Mar 7, 2019
Review: Newmen Evolution A.30 Wheels
Reasonably priced, and incredibly strong, the Newmen Evolution wheelset is worth a look.
Paul Aston
Feb 28, 2019
Review: Enve’s M735E Wheels Fail Our Test
Enve's carbon eMTB wheels are handmade in the USA, and have the price tag to match, but they weren't able to survive the rocky trails of Finale Ligure, Italy.
Daniel Sapp
Feb 12, 2019
Review: Industry Nine's New Hydra Hubs Have 690 Points of Engagement
Industry Nine's latest hubs have a mere .52-degrees between engagement points.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 5, 2019
Review: Roval Traverse Carbon Wheels
Specialized's Roval Traverse wheels deliver performance that's on par with wheelsets that cost hundreds of dollars more.
Halo Wheels
Jan 18, 2019
Halo Release Entry Level Trail Wheelset & Tubeless Accessories Range
In addition to the new Ridge Line wheelset, Halo now offers a complete package of tubeless tape, valves and Fibre-Tech Tubeless Sealant.
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 11, 2018
Win an ENVE M730 Wheelset - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Today's advent prize will help keep you rolling in carbon style.
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 5, 2018
Win a Flow MK3 Wheelset & Quart of Sealant - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Today's advent prize will keep you rolling for a long time. Click here to enter for your chance to win.
Paul Aston
Dec 3, 2018
The New Santa Cruz V10 and Reserve 29" DH Wheels Are Official
The first real-world details of V10 chassis and Reserve DH wheelset that will be in-store soon
ENVE Composites
Nov 13, 2018
Enve Launches M Series M685 Wheelset and Fat Fork
Tart up your larger-than-life bike with fat bike specific wheels and forks from Enve.
Daniel Sapp
Oct 31, 2018
Review: Industry 9 Trail 270 Wheels
Industry Nine's Trail 270 wheelset is a solid all-around option with a high level of performance and countless options for customization.
Downtime Podcast
Oct 13, 2018
Behind the Scenes of the Crankbrothers Synthesis Wheelset on the Downtime Podcast
Jason Schiers, and Mello Bouwmeester, the guys behind the development of Crankbrothers new Synthesis wheelset, join Chris Hall for an in-depth chat on the Downtime Podcast.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 26, 2018
There's a $1100 Carbon Wheelset in Roval's 2019 Lineup
J-bend spokes, brass nipples - Roval's Traverse wheels received a number of revisions for 2019.
Ralf Hauser
Sep 17, 2018
First Ride: The New Focus SAM is a 170mm Lightweight
The new SAM has 27.5" wheels, 170mm of travel, and a very reasonable weight.
Richard Cunningham
Sep 14, 2018
First Look: Mavic's New Deemax SSC Wheels
Mavic's big secret has aluminum rims, symmetric spoke angles, and a compact freehub driver. Canyon's Troy Brosnan and Mark Wallace have been racing them this year.
Race Face
Aug 7, 2018
Race Face Introduces Next R36 Carbon Wheelset
You've seen Remi Gauvin ride them, and now, here are the details on the Race Face Next R36 carbon wheels.
Matt Wragg
Jul 12, 2018
Comparison Test: Are Wider Rims Better? We Try 4 Different Widths
PB's Matt Wragg evaluates 4 rims, ranging from 25 to 40 millimeters with identical builds to find out once and for all if wider is truly better. Place your bets...
Paul Aston
May 17, 2018
First Look: Newmen Components' New Wheels Have Spokes Made of String
String for spokes, blue carbon fiber, ding-resistant alloy rims, and an anti-annoyance device for Lyrik Torque Caps? Newmen showed us a bunch of interesting components this week.
Paul Aston
May 16, 2018
Review: Halo Vortex Wheelset
Halo's new Vortex wheelset is a heavyweight setup designed to last in the toughest conditions.
Richard Cunningham
Apr 20, 2018
Syncros Silverton SL One-Piece Carbon Wheels - Sea Otter 2018
Super strong, super lightweight, and super expensive cross-country racing wheels
Richard Cunningham
Apr 6, 2018
Syntace C33i Straight Carbon Wheelset - Review
German wide-rim pioneer launches its first carbon mountain bike wheelset.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 7, 2018
e*thirteen TRS Race SL Carbon Wheels - Review
e*thirteen rolled out their new TRS Race SL wheels last summer. Mike Kazimer has been pounding on them ever since. Here's how they fared.
Nukeproof
Jan 26, 2018
Nukeproof Announces New 'Horizon' Wheelset - Video
Luke Cryer shreds his Mega 275c on the new 'Horizon' wheels as Nukeproof expands their component line.
Stans NoTubes
Jan 24, 2018
Stan’s NoTubes Introduces Crest CB7 and Arch CB7 Rims and Wheelsets
New carbon rims are profiled for wider tires and more aggressive riding styles
Halo Wheels
Jan 17, 2018
Halo Releases Vortex Wheelset
Halo launch new Vortex wheelset with easily adaptable hub-spacing and a 33mm internal rim width.
Paul Aston
Jan 11, 2018
Stan's S1 Wheelset - Review
Does Stan's NoTubes latest low-cost wheel package stand up to the test?
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 22, 2017
Win an Enve M730 Wheelset - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Fancy pimping your ride with an Enve M730 Wheelset? Enter here now for your chance to win.
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 17, 2017
Win a Flow MK3 Wheelset and Quart of Sealant - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Want to get your hands on a Stans Flow MK3 Wheelset and some sealant? One lucky winner could so click here to enter to be in with a chance.
Stans NoTubes
Dec 14, 2017
Stan's is Auctioning Off Kyle Strait's (Unused) Custom Rampage Wheelset for NICA
Stan's NoTubes chats with Cam Zink and Kyle Strait for a behind-the-scenes look at Rampage, and is offering up the extra set of wheels Kyle had built for auction.
Mike Levy
Dec 12, 2017
Knight Composites 29'' Race Wheels - Review
*Warning: there's an expensive, skinny, really lightweight 29'' cross-country race wheelset reviewed inside*
Mike Kazimer
Nov 21, 2017
Bontrager Line Pro 30 Carbon Wheels - Review
Bontrager's Line Pro 30 wheels look impressive on paper, but how did they hold up in the real world?
AJ Barlas
Oct 27, 2017
e*thirteen's LG1r Wheels - Review
A proper DH specific wheel that is made with carbon. Read on to see how they fared after being thrashed in the Whistler Bike Park.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 24, 2017
Race Face Next R Carbon Wheels - Review
Race Face's first carbon wheels are built to take a beating, and come with a two-year, no-questions-asked guarantee.
Richard Cunningham
Oct 6, 2017
WTB Scraper i40 Rims - Review
Wilderness Trail Bike's Plus-sized aluminum rim also plays well with wider all-mountain tires.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 2, 2017
Novatec Diablo XL Wheelset - First Look
Novatec's new wheels are built to take a beating.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 1, 2017
e*thirteen's New 29er DH Wheelset and Tires - Eurobike 2017
e*thirteen has carbon DH wheels on the way for 29ers, plus a new lightweight carbon crankset.
AJ Barlas
Jul 25, 2017
Spēd Precision Maul TR Wheels - Review
Spēd Precision's Maul TR wheels are a newer wheel in the overcrowded trail/enduro wheel market, but can the brand's ideals and drive for a high performing wheel at a mid-tier carbon wheel price range create room for them?
Mike Levy
Jul 18, 2017
DT Swiss XM 1501 Spline One 29 Wheels - Review
With so many carbon fiber wheel sets to choose from, is there still a place in this world for high-end aluminum wheels?
Vernon Felton
Apr 22, 2017
Atomik Debuts New Technologies in Carbon Wheelsets
There are plenty of carbon wheelsets rolling onto the scene at Sea Otter, but Atomik has a few novel ideas up its sleeves...
Mike Levy
Apr 14, 2017
Stan's Arch MK3 Rim - Review
Carbon may get all the glory, but it's aluminum rims like the Arch MK3 that make sense for most riders.
Vernon Felton
Apr 11, 2017
Mavic XA Pro Carbon Wheels - Review
Mavic once ruled the high-end wheel market. The competition, however, caught up. Does this carbon trail wheelset bring them back up to speed?
Mike Kazimer
Apr 7, 2017
Praxis C32 Carbon Wheels - Review
We put Praxis' carbon fiber all-mountain wheels to the test.
Mike Levy
Mar 22, 2017
Carbon Wheels That Cost Less - Taipei Cycle Show
$1,199 USD is still a lot of money, but it's a hell of a lot less than what some other wheelsets cost.
Mike Levy
Mar 21, 2017
Box Components' New Carbon Wheelset - Taipei Cycle Show
There's another carbon wheelset option on the market, and this one looks quite different...
David Arthur
Jan 19, 2017
Sixth Element 27.5+ Carbon Wheelset - Review
Sixth Element's carbon wheels are priced right, but do they hold up to abuse? We gave this set a good thrashing to find out.
AJ Barlas
Jan 12, 2017
SUNringlé Charger Expert AL Wheelset - Review
A durable all-mountain wheelset at a truly affordable price.
Mike Kazimer
Dec 6, 2016
Stan's Flow MK3 Wheelset - Review
Stan's have updated their classic Flow rims - we see how they hold up.
Vernon Felton
Nov 18, 2016
NOBL TR33 Wheels - Review
We spent a season rolling on Nobl's TR33 wheelset. Here's how it--and its unique hub--fared over the long haul.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 3, 2016
Race Face Turbine R Wheels - Review
We put Race Face's new aluminum wheels to the test.
Vernon Felton
Aug 29, 2016
Formula Introduces Linea Wheelsets
Formula has three new "Linea" wheelsets in the offering that span the spectrum from cross-country to enduro racing. Here's the quick synopsis.
David Arthur
Aug 25, 2016
Hope Tech Enduro - Pro 4 wheelset Review
Versatile, bombproof and affordable, Hope Tech's Enduro wheelset has a lot going for it.
Stans NoTubes
Aug 7, 2016
Contest: Want to Win a Stan’s NoTubes Wheelset?
Stan’s NoTubes and Cam Zink want to see your best section of trail, and there’s a new wheelset waiting for the winner. Full details inside.
Bouwmeester - Tammar 650b Enduro Wheelset
Bouwmeester are doing things a little differently with their carbon wheels.
Race Face
Jun 26, 2016
Wade and Rémy Shred the Turbine R Wheelset - Video
Wade Simmons takes Rémy Métailler to some of his favourite zones on the Shore.
Race Face
Jun 23, 2016
Race Face Turbine R Wheelset and Vault Hub
Race Face are proud to introduce the new Turbine R wheelset featuring the all new Vault hub, the first Race Face branded hub built from the ground up.
Mike Levy
Apr 16, 2016
Praxis' New Carbon and Aluminum Wheels - Sea Otter 2016
Praxis enters the wheel war with both carbon and aluminum wheelsets.
Mike Levy
Apr 12, 2016
6 New Wheelsets from Ibis - First Look
Ibis debuts a handful of new carbon wheels, as well as a $549.00 aluminum option for riders who want to go wide but don't want to spend more than three times as much.
Mike Kazimer
Mar 7, 2016
e*thirteen TRS Race Carbon Wheels - Review
We see if e*thirteen's new carbon wheels are up to the task.
David Arthur
Jan 18, 2016
Mavic Crossmax XL Pro Limited Wheels - Review
Mavic's updated wheel and tire bundle finally fulfils its purpose. Will enduro riders embrace the concept?
David Arthur
Dec 10, 2015
Syncros XR1.0 Carbon 29” Wheels - Review
A traditional-width lightweight wheelset for cross-country riders who get rowdy.
Mike Kazimer
Nov 10, 2015
Review: Novatec Factor 327 Wheelset
Novatec steps into the carbon arena with their Factor 327 wheels.
Matt Wragg
Sep 22, 2015
Review: Crankbrothers Iodine 3 Wheelset
Is the elegant-looking Twinspoke design still competitve in the rapidly evolving all-mountain wheel game?
Mike Levy
Sep 8, 2015
Easton EC90 XC 29 Wheels - Review
Easton's 1,433 gram carbon fiber wheels put to the test.
David Arthur
Jul 27, 2015
Superstar Components AM Carbon Wheelset - Review
Cheap price but not cheap performance, Superstar’s carbon wheels are stiff, light and durable.
Mike Kazimer
May 20, 2015
Bontrager Line Elite Wheelset - Review
We put Bontrager's new all-mountain wheels to the test.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 3, 2015
Easton Havoc 27.5 UST Wheelset - Review
We see how Easton's Havoc wheels hold up to a winter of hard riding and harsh conditions.
Mike Levy
Feb 3, 2015
Shimano XTR Trail Wheels - Review
Shimano combines aluminum and carbon to create their high-end XTR Trail wheelset, and we put them to the test to see how that approach pans out on the dirt.
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products we've been using day in and day out.
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products we've been using day in and day out.
Richard Cunningham
Jan 30, 2015
Reynolds R27.5 AM Wheels - Review
Aluminum wheelset for hard-chargers on a budget
Mike Kazimer
Jan 20, 2015
Roval Traverse SL Fattie Wheelset - Review
The Traverse SL Fattie carbon wheelset is wide and light, but is it strong? We find out.
Matt Wragg
Dec 23, 2014
Hope Tech Enduro Wheelset - Review
It's no secret that Hope makes a really good hub, but how does their complete wheelset hold up to a few months of abuse?
Paul Aston
Dec 10, 2014
Superstar Tech4 Wheelset - Review
Does Superstar's new Tech 4 wheelset offer the best value in the business?
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products that we've been using day in and day out.
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products that we've been using day in and day out.
Matt Wragg
Nov 18, 2014
Mavic Crossmax XL Wheelset - Review
It's interesting to ride a tire and wheelset combo that's aimed at the trail rider in all of us.
Jordan Carr
Nov 5, 2014
Reynolds 27.5 AM Carbon Wheelset - Review
How does Reynolds' most affordable carbon wheelset hold up to daily trail shredding, and are they worth their $1900 sticker price?
Mike Levy
Oct 8, 2014
ENVE M60 Forty Wheels - Review
We put ENVE's mega-trick M60 Forty wheelset to the test in order to find out if carbon truly is the better option.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 16, 2014
Halo Vapour 6-Drive Disc 27.5" Wheelset - Review
We try out Halo's lightweight aluminum wheelset.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 21, 2014
First Look: FSA Carbon Wheelsets
Full Speed Ahead re-enters wheel business with three cross-country/trail models.
Mike Levy
Jul 22, 2014
Spank Oozy Trail295 Bead Bite Wheelset - Review
How does Spank's $599 Oozy Trail295 Bead Bite compare to its more expensive competition? We test the 26" version to find out.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 8, 2014
Chris King / Stan's Flow EX Wheelset - Review
Chris King is now offering complete wheelsets handbuilt in Portland, Oregon. We spent six months on a set to see what they could handle.
Mike Levy
Jun 17, 2014
Ibis' Ultra Wide 741 Carbon Wheels - Review
We put Ibis' radical 741 carbon wheelset through the wringer to find out if a 41mm wide rim really offers any advantages.
Richard Cunningham
May 28, 2014
Industry Nine Gravity 29 Wheels - Review
Full-width, super-strong, aluminum wheels, made in the US for senders who ride 29ers.
Matt Wragg
Apr 1, 2014
DT Swiss Spline ONE EX1501 Wheelset - Review
The Swiss wheel maker's best wheelset for 2014 is also affordable - with wider rims, reinforced spoke eyelets and a new hub design
Pinkbike Staff
Mar 20, 2014
2014 e*thirteen TRS Wheelsets Include a Free XD Driver
e*thirteen announces a deal to make upgrading to 11 speed a little easier on the wallet.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 26, 2014
Cole IBEX Carbon Wheels - Review
Cole's IBEX wheels have a number of unique design features, but can they handle hard riding?
Time to Win Some Wheels
Win a Stans No Tubes wheelset with the CRC Hub Show.
Mike Levy
Jan 28, 2014
Industry Nine 26" Gravity Wheels - Reviewed
Does Industry Nine's radical approach to wheel design add up to a better final product?
Richard Cunningham
Jan 14, 2014
Bontrager Rhythm Pro TLR Wheelset - Review
Bontrager throws every trick it knows into a competitively priced wheelset that features an all-mountain width carbon rim.
Matt Wragg
Dec 25, 2013
DT Swiss EXC 1550 Wheelset - Review
We put some miles in on DT's top-end carbon all-mountain wheelset.
Mike Levy
Nov 8, 2013
Pinkbike Product Picks
Bontrager Race X Lite TLR Disc CL wheels • Gravity Light Thin Lock-On grips • All Mountain Style Honeycomb Frame Guard
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 27, 2013
First Look: Race Face 2014 - Next SL Cranks and Turbine Wheelset
Race Face is bringing a full plate of components to the table for 2014, including a new wheelset and redesigned carbon fiber cranks.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 1, 2013
Pinkbike Product Picks
Sycros FR Flat pedal • American Classic 27.5 All-Mountain Wheelset • Globalbike Chain and Tool Wipes
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 24, 2013
Mavic Crossmax SX Wheels Review
We see how Mavic's Crossmax SX wheels hold up to months of hard riding.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 5, 2013
Spank Spike Race28 Wheelset Review
We see how this versatile wheelset holds up to months of hard riding.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 18, 2013
First Look: DT Swiss Spline One Wheelset - Sea Otter 2013
DT Swiss released their new wheelset with options available for everything from cross-country riding to enduro racing.
Richard Cunningham
Jan 12, 2013
Industry Nine Announces Torch Series Hubs and Wheelsets
Lighter, stronger, completely interchangeable between axle sizes, compatible with nine or ten-speed cassettes - and the new SRAM XXI system.
Brad Walton
Jan 9, 2013
ENVE Composites DH Wheels Review
We test ENVE's $3,000 carbon DH wheels to see if the old saying holds true - do you really get what you pay for?
Richard Cunningham
Dec 19, 2012
American Classic MTB Race 29 Tubeless Wheelset Review
Bill Shook offers big-wheel trail riders a wider, more capable wheelset at a remarkable weight.
Mike Kazimer
Dec 5, 2012
Reynolds MTN AM Carbon Wheels Review
Carbon rims for all-mountain riding? We see if the Reynolds MTN AM Carbon wheels are up to the task.
Mike Levy
Oct 19, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks
Garmin Edge 500 computer • Specialized Roval Traverse 29er wheelset • Smith Pivlock V2 glasses
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Mike Levy
Oct 10, 2012
SRAM Rise 60 Carbon 29er Wheels Review
Do SRAM's carbon rimmed, $2,000 Rise 60, 29er wheels live up to their asking price?
Richard Cunningham
Oct 5, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks
Kali Avatar 2 Carbon helmet • Zoic Ether trail shorts • WTB Frequency i23 TCS rims
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 1, 2012
Syntace W35 MX Wheels Review
Super wide meets super light - revolutionary design features 35-millimeter rims on a 1680-gram wheelset.
Brad Walton
Jun 15, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks
Easton Havoc UST 150 wheelset • RaceFace Atlas FR handlebar • Deity Decoy pedals
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Richard Cunningham
Mar 16, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks
Park Tool TM-1 Spoke Tension Gauge • Avid Elixir 5 Brake • Mavic CrossMax SX Wheelset
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear we're riding and find out how it performed.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear we're riding and find out how it performed.
Richard Cunningham
Feb 3, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks
SixSixOne Raji Gloves • DT Swiss AM-10 Wheelset • Specialized Purgatory Control 2.2 Tire
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear and find out how it performed.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear and find out how it performed.
Richard Cunningham
Oct 12, 2011
SRAM Launches Rise Wheelsets - Carbon Fiber 60 and Aluminum 40
We head to France where we get to ride two fast-rolling XC/Trail wheelsets and learn why SRAM entered the wheel-building business.
Richard Cunningham
Sep 30, 2011
Pinkbike Product Picks
Shimano XTR Trail Brakes • American Classic AM 29 Tubeless Wheelset • Fox Racing Shox Kashima Coating • Morningstar Tools Rim 'Rench
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Mike Levy
Aug 25, 2011
Spank Oozy EVO Rims Review
Spank packs an impressive amount of technology into their Oozy EVO rims, but how do they perform on the trail? Find out inside!
Mike Levy
Jun 9, 2011
Easton Haven Carbon wheels Reviewed
Easton's high-priced Haven Carbon wheelset promises incredible strength and stiffness in an impressively light package - but do they deliver? Find out what we think of this upscale all-mountain wheelset inside.
Richard Cunningham
Apr 15, 2011
Enve Composites Carbon AM Wheelset: World Cup DH proven - Sea Otter, day 1
Check out Enve's super-tough US-made carbon fiber rims and DH handlebars. Pinkbike discovers why Enve's all-mountain rim has consistently out-performed aluminum DH models on the World Cup circuit.
Mike Levy
Apr 12, 2011
Atomlab Suprelite Wheelset - Previewed
Atomlab's Suprelite wheelset comes to the fight promising more strength than the current crop of featherweight all-mountain wheels, but still at a respectable weight that won't feel like a burden during long days in the saddle.
Rob Dunnet
Apr 8, 2010
Spank Industries Vomax 23AL - Review
I take pride in the fact that I can destroy bike parts and I am a little disappointed that these rims are still alive. After riding cross country and 1000 kilometers through Northern Thailand and Laos I put it in my mind that I would destroy them by riding with them on my freeride bike.
All details inside,
All details inside,
Mike Levy
Mar 23, 2010
DT Swiss EXC 1550 Carbon All-Mountain wheels - Previewed
DT Swiss's carbon EXC 1550 wheels raised everyone's eyebrows when they showed up at Pinkbike HQ. At 1550 grams and with a 29 mm wide carbon rim, white bladed spokes, and built around DT's proven hubs, it really doesn't get much more deluxe than this. We'll put them through the wringer and report back soon, but for now read the preview and get better acquainted with these Swiss wonder wheels.
Read on...
Read on...
Mike Levy
Mar 9, 2010
Easton Haven AM Wheels - Preview
Inside we'll take a closer look at Easton's dazzling Haven wheelset. Built using only 24 spokes per wheel and weighing in at a svelte 1650 grams, the Havens look to be a top contender for the all-mountain dream wheelset crown. In this preview we'll take a look at the Haven and some of the details that set them apart.
Read on...
Read on...
Mike Levy
Feb 11, 2010
Crank Bros. Iodine Wheelset - Parts Check:
Crank Bros. are known for producing products that are not only unique, but also eye catching. If you're going to put it in on your bike then why not have it look great as well, right? The Iodine wheels could be the perfect example of that idea. Inside we'll take a closer look at some of the finer points of the Iodine's.
Read On...
Read On...
Mike Levy
Nov 18, 2009
Roval Traverse EL Wheelset - Preview
Fresh out of the box, and just in time for about five months of rain, is the great looking Roval Traverse EL wheelset from the boys at Specialized. Boasting some impressive numbers, these wheels will see a lot of miles throughout our gray winter season - a perfect testing environment if I do say so myself! For now we'll have a closer look at the Traverse EL's and find out what makes them go around.
Read on...
Read on...
Jordan Holmes
Nov 12, 2009
Easton Havoc DH Wheels Review
28 spokes of strength.
"World Class DH wheels have to be bombproof, but nobody said they have to feel sluggish and unresponsive." Easton's mindset on the aggressive wheel market makes sense. Why not engineer something that is strong, light, responsive, and not garbage? With that, Easton took it into their own hands, and came up with the Havoc DH wheels. 28 spokes of excitement make these wheels light, while some very smart technologies make them strong.
Click here for info on the Havoc DH wheels...
"World Class DH wheels have to be bombproof, but nobody said they have to feel sluggish and unresponsive." Easton's mindset on the aggressive wheel market makes sense. Why not engineer something that is strong, light, responsive, and not garbage? With that, Easton took it into their own hands, and came up with the Havoc DH wheels. 28 spokes of excitement make these wheels light, while some very smart technologies make them strong.
Click here for info on the Havoc DH wheels...
Jordan Holmes
Jun 23, 2009
Mavic CrossMax SX - Beauty meets Burly.
Mavic has been in the wheel game for a while now. Everything from XC, to Enduro, to DH wheels have been manufactured in Mavic's factory, and they all seem to include some pretty cool technologies. Recently we picked up a pair of the Mavic CrossMax SX wheels. They feature some previous, along with some new technologies from Mavic that make them a unique wheelset.
Read on for more information...
Read on for more information...
Jordan Holmes
Feb 21, 2008
CHUMBA Racing Releases All-Mountain Wheelset
Chumba Racing, creators of the massive F5 downhill rig, have created a new set of all mountain wheels that are designed to last you a life time, literally.
Tyler Maine
:: from
Amber ZirnheltSep 2, 2007
All Mountain Wheeling – The DT Swiss Enduro EX 1750
Out on the trail there are a few key elements that are a must for a good all mountain wheel set. Namely, as riders pushing our bikes to the limit in a variety of terrain, we want wheels that are durable, relatively stiff and light. They need to be able to take a beating while also spinning smoothly and efficiently. As all mountain wheels, the DT Swiss Enduro EX 1750 meets these criteria well, and with their white base and black and red decals, they look darn hot too.
Tyler Maine
:: from
Tyler "Brule" MaineFeb 22, 2006
It's good to be King-King Earl that is!
The name Bontrager has been around for a long time and to many it goes hand in hand with Hand Built Bikes and high end components. While Bontrager no longer produces his great hand built hard tails for the general public, the component line lives on. Bontrager components are found on all Trek, Klein and Gary Fisher bikes. Over the past few years the sub catagory "Big Earl" has really come into its own as a freeirde brand to look at for quality, reliable after market parts. I've been riding my 2006 Rocky Switch 2.0 for months now, but leaving anything stock for too long makes Tyler a dull boy........