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Wheels should be at the top of your list if you're building or upgrading your XC mountain bike. Shimano's Deore XT WH-M775 Wheelset is affordable, and pretty dialed when compared to Shimano's reference XTR series. Okay, so you miss out on the titanium hubs (the XT wheelset has steel) and...

The Easton EA90 SL 700C Wheelset has the same R4 hubs, Gen4 shallow-dish rims and Sapim double-butted spokes of the lighter SLX series, with a beefed-up spoke pattern front and rear for heavier, more powerful riders. Stiffer and stronger while still remaining pretty darn light, the EA90 SL series is...

The Reynolds Strike Clincher Wheelset gives you time-trial-ready aerodynamics, an easy-to-use clincher design, and won’t put you in the poor house. A low spoke count keeps weight down while a scrim layer in the carbon provides an improved braking surface for better modulation. Let everyone drool over your new Reynolds...

The Reynolds SDV66T Tubular Road Bike Wheelset uses 66mm deep rims that cut through the air so well, they impressed the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics. At 1350g for the pair, these Reynolds wheels definitely keep your bike on the light side, but it’s the time-trial-ready aerodynamics that really helps...

The Shimano WH-M778 Light All-Mountain Wheel provides the blend of low weight and durability you need for your day-to-day trail riding. Center-lock brake attachments let you run your lightweight XT or XTR rotors for more weight savings on long rides and in races. These Shimano wheels also use straight-pull spokes...

The Cosmic Elite Wheelset by Mavic is made for flat roads and high speeds, inspired by the Cosmic Carbon SL this is a great wheel for anyone who speed is everything. Profiled rim and bladed spokes deliver great aerodynamics and low frontal dragS0 mm deep rim profile Low spoke count...

Reynolds pulled out all the stops to make the Assault Clincher Road Bike Wheelset plenty stiff when railing corners and riding at flat-out speed. You won’t feel a single degree of slop thanks to Reynolds’ Vibration Management System. Carbon rims reduce road chatter and a 46mm depth cuts through the...

The Cobalt XC Wheelset is like nothing you’ve ever seen, which is no surprise coming from Crank Brothers. Looks have never been a problem for the wunderkind design house of cycling, but looks mean nothing when function is lacking. Thankfully, function comes first for this company, and the Cobalt is...

Mavic created the Crossmax SL Disc Wheels for mountain bikers who want to shave weight without compromising performance and feel. Zicral spokes increase stiffness for the same weight as steel, and the ultralight rear hub uses a titanium axle to shave more grams. Mavic made this wheel UST compatible, so...

The Ksyrium Elite has been redesigned to dramatically reduce inertia and every single component is crafted with weight savings in mind while delivering the same proven elite durability Braking surface: UB Control Drilling: Fore Height: front 22 mm, rear 25 mm asymetrical Joint: SUP Lowering: ISM Material: Maxtal Valve hole...

The Reynolds MV32 UL Clincher Wheelset utilizes the same construction as its tubular sibling, but allows the use of clincher tires and the vast, easy-to-mount options available. Touted as the lightest mechanic-serviceable clincher wheelset, the MV32C UL’s carbon rim rewards with fast acceleration, and quick heat dissipation for late braking....

Easton created the EC90 Aero Carbon Tubular Wheel to dominate time trials, cyclocross, and local races on smooth, fast roads. The deep 56mm carbon rims cut through the air like a knife through hot butter, and Sapim Black Bladed spokes add plenty of stiffness without adding wind drag. Easton hooked...

Climbing wheels are great ‘cause they’re light, but many tend to be mushy when you roll out of the canyon. Easton’s EC90 SLX Wheels are only 1175 grams—but they’re alsostiff, so as long as you are not a towering Thor Hushovd or an overweight Jan Ulrich. So forget about squishy...

The yellow Deemax Wheel has been a staple of World Cup downhill racing for years. This season, Mavic changed the paintjob and shaved a full pound from the set. Yeah, you read that right. Not only does the new Deemax take ultralight downhill gear to a new level, it also...

Reynolds created the Attack Clincher Road Bike Wheelset to compete with top-of-the-line carbon wheels at a price that the average rider can stomach. Ultralight rims, DT Revolution spokes, and stiff construction help you sprint ahead of the pack and rail corners with the best of them. These carbon Reynolds wheels...

Despite weighing a scant 1000 grams per pair, the Reynolds MV32ULT Tubular Road Bike Wheelset provides impressive lateral stiffness for a solid ride at any speed. The aerodynamic profile cuts through headwind with ease, so you’re not battling with the elements instead of your competition. These Reynolds carbon wheels also...

The first wheel designed from the ground up for All Mountain riders. Light enough for the most demanding XC rider, yet strong enough for the rigors of DH. The Havoc's proprietary hubs are enhanced with oversized axles and bearings. A newly designed 3-pawl freehub is engineered for dependability and smooth...

Just when you thought your single-speed couldn’t get any better, Easton brings you the super-stiff XC One SS Disc Wheel. Thanks to straight-pull stainless steel spokes and bomber rims, this wheel handles rough terrain with ease. Easton’s single-speed-specific rear hub eliminates the need for conversion kits, so you can shave...

Shave weight and add stiffness to your 29er with the precision-engineered Mavic 29in Crossmax Disc Wheel. Mavic used ultralight Maxtal rim material to lower weight and create a low inertia for better cornering performance. This wheel/wheelset also includes Zicral spokes, which increase stiffness without adding weight. If you want to...

The Mavic Cosmic Carbone Pro Power Tap Wheel comes with a heart-rate monitoring belt, a rear hub that sends distance and speed information, and a computer to read it all. Serious cyclists count on this wheel for real-time training information that helps them win races down the road. Not to...

When you pass the Italian on his local hill section, thank Shimano for designing the super-duper lightweight Shimano Dura-Ace carbon Pro-Tour Racing Wheel Set. Shimano refuses to compromise performance for weight so you reach blazing speeds. This low profile carbon tubular wheel delivers new low levels of rim strength to...

Ohhh mommy. The tubeless, disc-specific Shimano XTR M975 Wheelset is scandalously light, super stiff, and looks supremely sexy blazing across the finish line of a cross-country racecourse. Anodized Scandium allows the rim walls to get fashion-model thin without sacrificing strength, and the titanium rear freehub body plays a similar role...

Shimano acknowledges the freeride cult with the wider, stiffer, and tougher XT All-Mountain Wheel. Lift-serviced resort riding is exploding across the nation and as a result, bikes and components are getting burlier by the minute. Shimano's WH-M776 Wheel is a prime example of the new beef, showcasing 20mm thru-axles, disc-only...

Easton’s EC90 TT Carbon Wheels are narrow, aero, and light, period. 56mm deep cross-section rims slice through wind like roundabouts through the peloton, and Sapim bladed spokes drop more time off your TT than the three micro-brews you didn’t drink last night. Built around the EC90 Aero, but featuring an...

The Easton Haven Wheelset gives you the light weight of an XC wheelset with the strength to handle all-mountain riding. To sweeten the deal, Easton designed the Haven Wheelset to work with a 15mm thru-axle for all you freeride-types, and included an adapter for the folks who want to use...