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- Hunt 5AM Limitless aero wheels: 1212 g, 58/55 mm rim depth, optimised for 28-30 mm tyres, price € 2349-2899
- Five-stage development from CFD to wind tunnel and system tests to outdoor measurements with AeroSensor to validate aero and rotational drag
- Use of T700/T800/T1000 carbon, Ti_UD carbon spokes, 7075-T6 hubs and CeramicSpeed or stainless steel bearings for stiffness, aerodynamics and compatibility 28-50 mm

HUNT 5AM Limitless: Neue Aero-Laufräder für 2,30 Euro je Gramm

- ENVE is positioning the XC28 as a mid-priced carbon wheelset for cross-country, marathon and trail with a 28 mm rim width for 2.4" tyres.  
- Technologies such as Wide Hookless Bead, Moulded Spoke Holes and Innerdrive hubs are designed to offer stability, puncture protection and low-maintenance performance.  
- At €1,649, the XC28 is more expensive than some of its competitors, but offers ENVE technology as a cheaper alternative to its own M series.

ENVE XC28: Edle Carbon-Laufräder zum Volkspreis?

BIKE WHEELS

- 32" wheels are around 31% softer than 29" wheels with an identical construction and therefore require adapted designs for stiffness and durability.  
- The greatest gain in stiffness per gram is achieved with wider hubs (Boost/Superboost); more or thicker spokes provide additional stiffness with additional weight.  
- 32" also affects brakes, frame, fork and stem; larger discs, longer and more stable frames/forks and adapted stems are necessary.

Newmen-Studie zu 32 Zoll: Klare Empfehlungen von den Laufrad-Experten

- DT Swiss completely overhauls the 1500 series: carbon rims, asymmetric profiles, DF freewheel, expensive high-end wheels, some of which are e-MTB-compatible.  
- Asymmetric rims and new design increase durability and riding comfort; EXC 1500 receives ASTM5 downhill approval, some with lifetime warranty.  
- DF freehub with adjustable free travel improves suspension performance; XRC, XMC, EXC, HXC models cover use from XC race to heavy E-MTBs.

DT Swiss 1500 2027: Downhill-Freigabe bei DT - Carbon-Laufräder in Unzerstörbar?

- DT Swiss is restructuring the 1700 MTB mid-range: fewer models, asymmetric rims, specialised wheels for every application.  
- Four variants: XRC (XC with carbon rim), XM (all-mountain), EX (enduro with downhill approval), HX (reinforced E-MTB wheel).  
- Prices from €749.80 (XRC from €1,299.80); focus on durability, DEG DF freehub against pedal kickback, higher weight accepted in some cases.

DT Swiss 1700 wheels 2027: Downhill approval and carbon for the middle class

- FSA offers E-MTB cranks, chainrings and spiders with broad motor compatibility, variable crank lengths and material options for efficiency and safety.  
- MegaTooth chainrings, customisable chainlines and the "E-Bike Bible" facilitate precise drivetrain tuning and reliable function in tough terrain.  
- Special FSA carbon and aluminium wheels, including Gradient i30 and NS SC i30, increase stiffness, precision, durability and traction with a higher system weight.

FSA E-MTB upgrades: How cranks & wheels improve your ride

- HUNT Proven Trail Carbon: very stiff, direct acceleration (2° engagement), high efficiency, but limited comfort and traction.  
- One year endurance test: no damage, perfect concentricity and spoke tension, butter-smooth running bearings, high robustness confirmed.  
- H_Core technology for stability, different rim profiles front/rear, centre lock only, H_Care with lifetime crash replacement and 3-year warranty.

Indestructible and high performance at a great price: Hunt Proven Trail carbon wheels in an endurance test

- Specialised is launching two new gravel wheelsets: Terra Aero CLX (aero-oriented) and Terra CLX III (light, all-terrain), both for 35-60 mm tyres.  
- Terra Aero CLX aims for maximum aerodynamics, uses 38.5 mm carbon rims, high rim hooks and composite spokes; weight approx. 1340 g, price 3500 euros.  
- Terra CLX III focuses on low weight and off-road control, weighs approx. 1079 g, costs around 3200 euros and is optimised for 45 mm tyres.

Maximum speed: New gravel wheels from Specialized

- Das Reserve Fillmore-Ventil bietet dreifachen Luftdurchfluss im Vergleich zu Standardventilen und erleichtert die Tubeless-Montage ohne Kompressor.
- Ein durchgängiger Ventilstift verhindert das Eindringen von Dichtmittel, während die Staubkappe den Luftdruck fein regulieren lässt.
- Bei Verlust der Staubkappe kann das Ventil nicht mehr geschlossen werden, was zu Luftverlust während der Fahrt führen kann.

Reserve Fillmore tubeless valves in the test: More air and no sticking

- Peaty’s Holeshot Fast Flow Tubeless-Ventile bieten laut Hersteller bis zu 200 % mehr Luftdurchfluss als klassische Presta-Ventile.  
- Innenliegende, geschützte Ventildichtung, Anti-Clog-Design, vollständige Wartbarkeit, 11 g/Paar, lebenslange "Valves for Life"-Garantie.  
- Drei Längen, 12 Farben, Presta-kompatibel, Zusatzfunktionen in Ventilkappen, hoher Preis von 41,99 Euro laut Redaktion "happig".

New tubeless valve: Peaty's Holeshot promises 200 per cent more air flow

- Topeak Turboflow Valve: leichtes, kompaktes Tubeless-Hochflussventil mit außenliegendem Kern, Preis 34,95 Euro, 5,54 g, drei Längen.
- Sehr einfaches Handling: Montage-Tool, gut passender Dichtgummi, leicht lösbarer Ventilkern, hoher Luftdurchsatz beim Aufpumpen messbar bestätigt.
- Fazit des Tests: hoher Luftdurchsatz, geringes Gewicht, einfaches Handling und Befüllung mit Dichtmilch, als sehr gutes Preis-Leistungs-Angebot bewertet.

Tubeless valve - Test: High-flow valve Topeak Turboflow - top in price & performance

- Bike Ahead zeigt mit dem Custom-Gravelbike „Size Matters“ die Integration von 32-Zoll-Laufrädern in einen Stahl-Carbon-Rahmen.
- Monocoque-Carbonlaufräder und Maxxis Aspen 32 x 2,4-Reifen sollen trotz Größe leicht, steif und für künftige Worldcup-Einsätze geeignet sein.
- Hochwertige Komponenten, individuelles Cockpit und Messepräsentation in Düsseldorf unterstreichen 32 Zoll als möglichen künftigen Gravel-Standard.

32 inch gravel bike: Bike Ahead Project Size Matters

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Wheels for bikes: Test reports | BIKE

HUNT 5AM Limitless
Neue Aero-Laufräder für 2,30 Euro je Gramm

ENVE XC28
Edle Carbon-Laufräder zum Volkspreis?

Newmen-Studie zu 32 Zoll
Klare Empfehlungen von den Laufrad-Experten

DT Swiss 1500 2027
Downhill-Freigabe bei DT - Carbon-Laufräder in Unzerstörbar?

DT Swiss 1700 wheels 2027
Downhill approval and carbon for the middle class

FSA E-MTB upgrades
How cranks & wheels improve your ride

Indestructible and high performance at a great price
Hunt Proven Trail carbon wheels in an endurance test

Maximum speed
New gravel wheels from Specialized

Reserve Fillmore tubeless valves in the test
More air and no sticking

New tubeless valve
Peaty's Holeshot promises 200 per cent more air flow

Tubeless valve - Test
High-flow valve Topeak Turboflow - top in price & performance

32 inch gravel bike
Bike Ahead Project Size Matters

Wheels for bikes: Test reports | BIKE

HUNT 5AM LimitlessNeue Aero-Laufräder für 2,30 Euro je Gramm

ENVE XC28Edle Carbon-Laufräder zum Volkspreis?

Newmen-Studie zu 32 ZollKlare Empfehlungen von den Laufrad-Experten

DT Swiss 1500 2027Downhill-Freigabe bei DT - Carbon-Laufräder in Unzerstörbar?

DT Swiss 1700 wheels 2027Downhill approval and carbon for the middle class

FSA E-MTB upgradesHow cranks & wheels improve your ride

Indestructible and high performance at a great priceHunt Proven Trail carbon wheels in an endurance test

Maximum speedNew gravel wheels from Specialized

Reserve Fillmore tubeless valves in the testMore air and no sticking

New tubeless valvePeaty's Holeshot promises 200 per cent more air flow

Tubeless valve - TestHigh-flow valve Topeak Turboflow - top in price & performance

32 inch gravel bikeBike Ahead Project Size Matters

HUNT 5AM Limitless
Neue Aero-Laufräder für 2,30 Euro je Gramm

ENVE XC28
Edle Carbon-Laufräder zum Volkspreis?

Newmen-Studie zu 32 Zoll
Klare Empfehlungen von den Laufrad-Experten

DT Swiss 1500 2027
Downhill-Freigabe bei DT - Carbon-Laufräder in Unzerstörbar?

DT Swiss 1700 wheels 2027
Downhill approval and carbon for the middle class

FSA E-MTB upgrades
How cranks & wheels improve your ride

Indestructible and high performance at a great price
Hunt Proven Trail carbon wheels in an endurance test

Maximum speed
New gravel wheels from Specialized

Reserve Fillmore tubeless valves in the test
More air and no sticking

New tubeless valve
Peaty's Holeshot promises 200 per cent more air flow

Tubeless valve - Test
High-flow valve Topeak Turboflow - top in price & performance

32 inch gravel bike
Bike Ahead Project Size Matters