Carbon wheels: need to know

Here are some key considerations before you make the move to carbon

01 Why carbon? One of the enduring appeals of carbon wheels is that they are deep, without impacting on weight. Create an alloy wheelset with the same rim dimensions and it’ll be significantly heavier, while a carbon rim will also offer a greater stiffness-to-weight ratio. Brands can also choose to use certain carbon types, resins and manufacturing techniques to improve other qualities, such as compliance and strength in the face of impacts. This matters, because it can transform how your bike feels to ride. 02 How deep is too deep? Carbon wheels offer greater ability to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of your bike, although what’s right for you will depend on your style of riding and confidence. In short, a deeper rim will help control the airflow as the air…

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