The best road bike wheels are one of the biggest performance-enhancing upgrades you can make to increase speeds, reduce rotating weight and improve reactivity out on the road.
The main performance gain from upgrading your road wheels is aerodynamics. Although you can opt for deeper or shallower, 40mm to 50mm is typical for the best all-round performance. This depth offers aero efficiency without excess weight and without becoming difficult to manage in crosswinds.
It's difficult to compare wheelsets' aerodynamics based on manufacturers' claims, as protocols differ and results may be presented differently. That's why we've taken a total of 43 mid-depth wheelsets to the Silverstone Sports Engineering wind tunnel and tested them under identical conditions.
The full results are available to Cyclingnews subscribers, whose subs helped to pay for wind tunnel time, but we've used that data to inform our choices here.
Pro teams often switch between different wheel depths for different terrains. If you're looking for a climbing wheelset, we also have a guide to the best lightweight wheels, while we have deeper options and disc wheels covered in our guide to the best triathlon wheels.
Below you'll find our picks of the best road bike wheels we've tested here at Cyclingnews and lower down there's a guide to how to choose, as well as an explainer of some of the terms you'll come across when looking for the best road bike wheels.
Best road bike wheels
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Best road bike wheels overall
✅ You want ride comfort: The product offers exceptional ride comfort, which stands out compared to competitors.
✅ You want crosswind stability: The sawtooth profile handles crosswinds extremely well.
❌ You don't want limited tubeless tyre compatibility: The hookless beads and 25mm internal width restrict the number of compatible tubeless tyres.
Although the low weight and sawtooth profile grabbed headlines, it was the ride comfort on offer that stood out for us. The sawtooth profile is eye-catching and is designed so that with the wind straight on, the 353 NSW behaves like a 45mm depth wheel, while at greater yaw angles, it behaves like one that is shallower - clever.
With less material, it's also lighter and we weighed the wheelset at 1,307g with tape and valves. We rated the crosswind stability, which we found to be a notch above the competition. We also enjoyed the new, simpler hub design, with an elastomer spring that makes the 54-point of engagement freehub very quiet.
There are some compromises: the hookless beads and 25mm internal width mean there are only a limited number of compatible tubeless tyres, and there's also the high price tag. We've not wind tunnel tested these Zipp wheels either, so we can't quantify the aero benefits.
You might also be aware that we've opted for the older wheelset here, not the updated 353 NSW, which comes complete with a built-in pressure sensor (see our 'also consider' section for more on them). The reason for this is pretty simple – for most people, it's just not enough of an upgrade to justify the extra cash.
Read our full Zipp 353 NSW review for more details.
Best road bike wheels for aerodynamics
✅ You want great aero performance: The wheelset excels in aero-optimisation, performing well at high yaw angles and across a range of speeds, making it ideal for both low and high-speed conditions.
✅ You want a lightweight deep-section wheel: At 1,280g for a wheelset, the 60mm deep Artech is impressively lightweight.
❌ You want a premium finish: The 3D printed alloy hub shells are prone to surface corrosion and the logos can chip off.
The Scope Artech wheelset was the lightest wheelset and also saved the most watts in our wind tunnel test: over 10 watts at 40km/h. They sail well at high yaw angles, as well as performing among the best across a range of speeds at lower angles and in a straight headwind.
Although we tested with 28mm tyres, the 6.A signifies Scope's all-road format, which Scope says is aero-optimised for 30mm width. In any case, our tyres measured up at 30.6mm on the 25mm internal width rims.
Weight reduction comes from low spoke count carbon spokes, as well as 3D printed alloy hub shells and a titanium ratchet freehub, although bearings are high-quality steel rather than ceramic.
All this tech does come with a hefty price tag; head over to our Scope Artech 6.A review to get the full picture.
Best road bike race wheels
✅ You want a great all-round wheelset: Low weight, mid depth and fast, the Metron RS 45 wheelset is ideal for those who want a do it all set of hoops for racing.
✅ You want a hooked rim design: Hooked design is compatible with more tyre options.
❌ You don't want to spend much money: The Visions are not a cheap wheelset, even if they are very good.
The Vision Metron RS sits at the top of Vision’s lineup and has already proven itself in the WorldTour. At 1,265g for the 45mm version, it’s impressively light for a mid-depth aero wheelset, thanks in part to carbon spokes and a newly designed V-1000 hubset with a fast, smooth 72-tooth ratchet drive.
On the road, the RS feels lively and fast everywhere, with standout lateral stiffness that makes climbing, sprinting, and accelerating out of corners feel sharp and efficient. The hooked 23mm internal rims are optimised for 28mm+ tyres and eliminate compatibility headaches, while tubeless setup is simple and secure with a hooked rim. Handling is predictable and engaging, and the carbon-spoked construction gives the wheels a stiff, race-focused feel without compromising ride quality when paired with wider tyres at lower pressures.
With an RRP of £3,109 / $3,290 / €3,109, they’re expensive but well-positioned against rivals like Zipp and Roval. For riders chasing WorldTour-level performance in a lightweight, modern package, the Metron RS offers a fast, stiff, and reliable option that delivers excitement every ride.
Best road bike wheels for versatility
✅ You want a comfortable ride feel: They are some of the most comfortable road wheels we've ever ridden.
✅ You want a hooked rim design: Hooked design is compatible with more tyre options.
❌ You want the best value: A lot of wheel, but you can achieve similar performance for less
The Roval Rapide CLX are a peloton favourite, and the last version were among our favourite road wheels for comfort, weight and feel. The latest version IIIs are even better, losing over 160g to come in at 1338g.
The weight loss is largely down to carbon fibre spokes and a reduction in rear wheel depth from 60mm to 48mm, to give a 'road mullet' setup. The rims have a wide, round external profile, peaking at 35mm and 31mm, with a more 'normal' internal width of 21mm. Specialized's thinking was to optimise the front of the bike where aerodynamic performance matters most; the rear wheel can then be made shallower to save weight and aid handling and acceleration.
Impressively, the carbon spokes haven't compromised the ride feel. There's an almost luxurious quality that you can't quite put your finger on, but you notice as you switch back and forth from other wheels.
In terms of liveability, the spokes can be home-trued and the DT Swiss 180 hub internals will be reliable and easy to maintain.
Downsides are few. They scored at a minor aerodynamic disadvantage in our latest CN Labs aero wheel test and required 28mm tyres to be at their aero best. They were also a bit more of a faff to set up tubeless than we're used to these days, but nothing serious.
Read our full review of the Roval Rapide CLX III wheelset for more details and ride impressions.
Best budget road bike wheels
✅ You want great performance: The Scribe wheels outperformed most competitors in wind tunnel tests and saved over 9 watts at 40km/h, making them highly aerodynamic.
✅ You want solid aftermarket support: Scribe offers a lifetime crash replacement, a three-year warranty, and a trade-in scheme, providing excellent post-purchase support.
❌ You want to run wide tyres: The 21mm internal rim width is on the narrow side by modern standards, which might limit optimal tyre performance for some users.
They may not have the cachet of some other brands' offerings, but the sub-£1,000 Scribe wheels bettered most in our wind tunnel tests and, at 1442g many on weight as well.
The 21mm internal rim width is quite conservative too, although our 28mm test tyres did measure up at closer to 29mm. There was a saving of over 9 watts at 40km/h versus our Fulcrum 5 reference wheelset, placing the Scribes on the aero podium.
Scribe backs its wheels up with a lifetime crash replacement scheme, a three-year warranty and a trade-in scheme. It's also one of the few brands to offer a rim brake as well as a disc brake option.
Beyond our wind tunnel work, we've not yet reviewed the Scribe Core Superlight wheels, but we've road-tested the brand's predecessor wheels of the same depth. You can read about those in our Scribe Aero Wide+ 60D wheels review to get the full picture.
Best all-road wheels
✅ You want on/off-road capability: We rate the Sharq as our top-rated all-road wheel.
✅ You want crosswind stability: The tooth-like profile gives a stable ride that impressed during testing.
❌ You want sealed bearings: The cup and cone design will likely need more regular servicing than one-piece sealed setups.
The Sharqs may straddle the all-road middle ground, but when Will Jones tested them, he found their consistent performance on rapid terrain was abundantly clear.
The toothy-looking rim's profile varies between 47mm and 42mm in depth. This is designed to help the Sharqs efficiently cut through the air, but handily, it also bolsters their ability to handle crosswinds.
On the flip side, Will found that they aren't as responsive as shallower-depth rims. A low 1,440g weight means they don't suffer from feeling ponderous at lower speeds though. The deep rim profile combines with the slick-feeling ceramic bearings to elevate faster speeds, and they feel fantastic mixing it up on road and fast gravel.
The rims have a 25mm internal width that uses Fulcrum's 'mini-hook' design for tyre security and tube and tubeless compatibility. If going tubeless, there's no need for rim tape as the rim bed has not been drilled. The rim width supports tyres wider than 30mm, which covers most larger road and gravel models.
For more info, head to our Fulcrum Sharq review.
Best money-no-object road wheels
✅ You want a fast feeling wheelset: The wheels are undeniably stiff and weigh just 1173g, giving them an exceptionally fast feel.
❌ You don't want to spend loads of money: These wheels cost over 5 grand - for many people that might be more than the bike they would be fitted to.
The Partington R-Series MKII R39/44 wheels are a rarefied product - ultra-light, incredibly stiff, and engineered with a no-compromise approach. At just 1,173g, they’re among the lightest disc clinchers available, built in Victoria, Australia with carbon rims, carbon hub shells, bonded carbon spokes, and premium CeramicSpeed bearings.
Ride quality is outstanding. The wheels feel responsive and lively, with rapid acceleration on climbs and a sensation of always riding on good legs. Stiffness is noticeable without harshness, and handling remains sharp and predictable even in crosswinds.
Practical details also impress too, with tubeless setup being the easiest many testers have experienced, requiring no tape thanks to the sealed rim bed. The hubs are exceptionally smooth, thanks to Partington’s unique 'dynamic bearing architecture,' which avoids excessive pre-load for freer spinning and longer bearing life. Maintenance is straightforward, with easily swappable freehub bodies and serviceable bearings.
The only drawback is the price - £5,499 / $6,400, putting them firmly at the top end of the market alongside Lightweight and Princeton Carbonworks. For most riders, they’ll remain aspirational. But for those who can afford them, the Partington R-Series MKII delivers a blend of weight, stiffness, and refinement that few rivals can match.
Read more in our Partington R-Series MKII review.
Also consider
The latest version of Zipp’s priciest 353 NSW wheelset features an integrated tyre pressure monitoring system that provides real-time and post-ride data. Retaining the sawtooth rim profile, aero dimpling, and 25mm internal hookless width of its predecessor, it now gets a stronger carbon layup and lighter hubs with ceramic bearings and easier maintenance than before. You get a light, dependable, versatile ride across climbs and descents, but arguably these £3,500 / $4,300 wheels lack excitement. Riders prioritizing deep-aero speed or better value might seek other options. Read our full review of the Zipp 353 NSW wheelset and its pressure sensor.
Weighing just 1,316g, and built with wide carbon bladed spokes, hookless rims, and an aero hub with 40 points of engagement, the Cadex 50 Ultra Disc pairs fast reactivity with good comfort. The down side is that they’re optimized for 25mm tyres, ideally Cadex’s own ones. Still, even with 28mm Schwalbe rubber, our wind tunnel testing showed mid-pack aero savings of 8W at 40km/h against a baseline, and they more than held their own in in a three-way test with Enve and Roval wheels, where their weight and stiffness shone forth. See our full Cadex 50 Ultra Disc wheelset review
The Industry Nine SOLiX SL 35c is an engaging, lively wheelset that stands out for its near-instant freehub engagement, silky bearings, and addictive freewheel buzz. Its staggering 605 points of engagement is well ahead of competitors like Zipp, Hunt or DT Swiss and the result is a snappy, responsive ride that makes every pedal stroke feel immediate. The 35mm hooked carbon rims balance stiffness and comfort, giving precise handling. At 1,372g, the weight is competitive, but you might need to look elsewhere for maximum aero performance or use with bigger tyres. Find out more in our full Industry Nine SOLiX SL 35c review.
The 37mm-deep Campagnolo Hyperon Ultras are built to combine the weight of a climbing wheel with the aerodynamics and handling of an all-rounder. At 1,240g a pair they’re certainly lightweight, and they look great, with a gloss rim finish, unidirectional fibres and classy graphics, but curiously Campagnolo don’t provide any aero measurements. Handling is taut and responsive, but perhaps best on smoother tarmac - things can get skittish on poor surfaces. Read our full review of the Campagnolo Hyperon Ultra wheelset for our full ride impressions.
We weren’t big fans of Zipp’s previous 302 ‘budget’ wheels, but the 303S deliver far better performance for significantly less money. Easy speed, firm ride feel, vice-free handling and responsive weight are on par with the best sub-£1,000/$1,000 wheels. They’re also great for wide-tyre, low-pressure riding on-road and off, with tyre compatibility from 25mm-50mm. While they’re fast in a whole range of riding conditions, they don’t offer the remarkably floated feel of their Firecrest siblings and the hubs are slower engaging, so if that matters to you it's worth digging deeper on spending if you can. Check out our Zipp 303S Carbon Tubeless Disc wheelset review.
The Parcours Strade Disc is a versatile, robust wheelset suitable for training and racing with tubed or tubeless setups. It pairs machined alloy hubs with Sapim CX-Ray aero spokes in a 24-spoke, two-cross pattern. Featuring EZO cartridge bearings, Centerlock threading, and a four-pawl freehub with three-degree engagement. They’re built for 12mm thru-axles but adapters are available, and they arrive tubeless-ready with pre-installed tape and valves, and freehub spacers for 8/9/10-speed cassettes. See our full Parcours Strade disc wheelset review.
Best road bike wheels comparison table
Product |
Depth |
Brake |
Tyre format |
Rim width |
Spoke count |
Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Zipp 353 NSW |
42.7 - 46.5mm |
Disc |
Hookless, tubeless only |
25mm (internal) |
24/24 front/rear |
1,307g/46.7oz (with tape and valves) |
Scope Artech 6.A |
65mm |
Disc |
Tubeless hooked |
25mm (internal) |
18/24 front/rear |
1,280g/45.7oz |
Vision Metron RS 45 |
45mm |
Disc |
Tubeless only, hooked |
23mm (internal) |
21/24 front/rear |
1,265g/45.2oz |
Roval Rapide CLX III |
51mm/48mm front/rear |
Disc |
Tubeless hooked |
21mm (internal) |
18/24 front/rear |
1338g/47.8oz |
Scribe Core Superlight 60 |
60mm |
Disc |
Tubeless, hooked |
21mm (internal) |
21/24 front/rear |
1,442g/51.5oz |
Fulcrum Sharq |
42 - 47mm |
Disc |
Tube, tubeless, mini-hooked |
25mm (internal) |
21/21 front/rear |
1,440g/50.8oz |
Partington R-Series MKII R39/44 |
39mm/44mm front/rear |
Disc |
Hooked |
21mm (internal) |
20/20 front/rear |
1,173g/41.9oz |
Zipp 353 NSW 2025 |
35mm/40mm front/rear |
Disc |
Hookless, Tubeless only |
25mm internal |
20 front and rear |
1312g/46.9oz |
Cadex 50 Ultra Disc |
50mm |
Disc |
Tubeless hookless |
22.4mm (internal) |
21/24 front/rear |
1,316g/47oz |
Industry Nine SOLiX SL 35c |
35mm |
Disc |
Hooked, Tubeless or clincher |
21mm internal |
24 front and rear |
1372g/49oz |
Campagnolo Hyperon Ultra |
37mm |
Disc |
Hooked clincher/tubeless (tubular option) |
21mm (internal) |
21/24 front/rear |
1,240g/44.3oz |
Zipp 303S Carbon Tubeless Disc |
45mm |
Disc |
Tubeless, hookless |
23mm (internal) |
24/24 front/rear |
1,610g/57.5oz (with tubeless valves) |
Parcours Strade Disc |
49mm/54mm front/rear |
Disc |
Tubeless, hooked |
22.5mm (internal) |
24 front, 24 rear |
1520g/54.3oz |
How to choose the best road bike wheels
Whether you're after a set of bombproof winter wheels, a race day only set of deep sections, or something in between that you can venture off down a gravel track on, then there are going to be a few universal considerations that will inform any choice you make.
Rim width, tyre and tubeless compatibility, and braking options are going to be considerations alongside the usual budget constraints to make sure you get the most for your money.
- Is weight important? Depending on the type of riding you do, weight will either be incredibly important or not as paramount as you might think. If much of your time riding is spent jaunting around your local climbs, then you will likely want to consider a lighter wheelset than a crit racer, for example.
- Do you need aerodynamic deep-section rims? The flipside of this, of course, is aerodynamics. Shallower rims tend to perform worse in higher speed conditions, so if most of your riding is spent tearing up the local chaingang on flat roads, you might want to opt for something with a 50mm or deeper rim profile.
- What tyres do you use? Similarly important is your go-to when it comes to tyre choice. If you live in an area with particularly rough roads and tend to opt for wider rubber as a result, then you may want to discount wheels with narrower internal rim widths, as it can change the overall profile of a tyre. In general, if you ride wider tyres, say 30 or 32mm, you will be better off on a wider internal rim. It's also important to abide by ETRTO standards when considering tyre and wheel choice.
- Hooked or hookless? This is a divisive topic, but from our own experience, if you use compatible tyres and follow ETRTO guidelines, then you shouldn't encounter any hookless rim issues. Not all tyres are hookless compatible, so always cross-check compatibility on the tyre and wheel manufacturers' websites to ensure they will work together.
- Do you ride rough road surfaces or even a little gravel? Not all wheels are made equal, and if your riding tends to foray into mixed road surfaces or even just heavy mileage, you might find out the hard way. If you are intending on putting a lot of kilometres or mixing up your riding, it can be worth sacrificing a few grams for a wheel that won't let you down.
Everything you need to know about the best road bike wheels
Are wider rims better?
The trend in modern road bikes is moving towards wider tyres, so modern wheels have wider internal widths to better support this wider rubber, all made possible by casting off the shackles of rim braking in favour of disc. If you have a road bike that can accommodate wider tyres (32mm isn't uncommon nowadays) then a wider rim (21mm internal or more) should be on your shopping list.
Conversely, if you're still running rim brakes, an ultra-modern wide rim may not clear your brake callipers and frame, so make sure to consult the tech specs of your brakes before spending your hard-earned cash.
What is internal rim width and how does it affect tyre shape?
Internal rim width is the distance between the inner walls of the wheel's rim, which the bead of the tyre seals against when inflated. For modern road wheels, internal rim widths are typically between about 21mm and 25mm. Up to a point, you can fit the same tyre to a variety of internal rim widths; it will just change the effective width and shape of the tyre. A 28mm tyre might come up to over 30mm wide when fitted to 25mm rims; a 21mm rim might be optimised for tyres as narrow as 26mm.
If your tyre safely fits a wider rim it can be something of a win-win as you can run a lower tyre pressure for a more comfortable ride without any additional tyre weight. The tyre sidewalls are also likely to take on a less lightbulb-like profile, which improves the tyre support, particularly when cornering, and can provide aerodynamic gains.
Is upgrading to carbon wheels worth it over stock aluminium wheels?
A wheel upgrade can certainly transform a bike, and the lightest and most aerodynamic wheels are indeed made with carbon fibre rims (and sometimes carbon spokes). If you've got the budget for good carbon wheels, then great. But if you'd be stretching your budget to nudge into even lower-tier carbon wheelsets, don't rule out upgrading to higher-end alloy wheels instead, as you might get better quality hubs, freehubs and ride, for the same or less money.
Carbon is lighter than alloy - a carbon wheel can easily weigh 300g less than its alloy equivalent - and carbon is really the only option for deep-section aerodynamic rims, as alloy would be prohibitively heavy. But aero gains only kick in at higher speeds, and weight makes the most difference on hilly terrain, neither of which may matter much to you.
Are deeper wheels faster?
We tested a load of wheels in the wind tunnel and in general, deeper wheels will be more aerodynamic, and therefore faster. However, bombing about on 80mm deep rims in a gale can be a frightening experience, as there is more material to catch crosswinds. Improved rim shapes, from a 'V' to a 'U' have certainly improved matters, but if you live somewhere super windy, it's definitely something to consider before purchasing.
Deeper wheels are usually more expensive too, given the added material involved. They can take longer to get up to speed, so may not feel quite so nimble. They will also be heavier, and while heavier will naturally mean slower uphill, the aerodynamic advantages on offer can still be had at low speeds, so in many cases, you won't feel any performance drop when the road points up.
Can I use any tyre on any rim?
In a word, no. You can run non-tubeless tyres on tubeless rims, with a tube, and you can run tubeless tyres on non-tubeless rims with a tube, providing they're all 'clincher' systems (i.e. designed for hooked rims). If you're unsure, check with the manufacturer, as things can get confusing.
You can only run tubeless with both a tubeless compatible tyre and rim combo, though Zipp wheels, for example, aren't compatible with 25mm Continental tyres, since the bead is hookless.
What is a hookless rim?
A hookless rim is formed without bead hooks on the rim's lips. Hooked rims have been typical on road bike wheels and are designed to help retain the tyre bead. But hookless rims are common on MTB and gravel bike wheels and many performance road bike wheelsets also now have hookless rims.
A hookless rim can be made lighter and more robust and encourages a more flat-sided tyre profile and a more aerodynamic interface between the tyre and rim. For carbon rims, it can also be cheaper to produce and can encourage a better seal between a tubeless tyre and the rim.
The main issue with hookless rims has been tyre compatibility, although this has largely been addressed by tighter manufacturing tolerances in both rims and tyres and manufacturers' testing. There have been concerns over safety without the backup of a hooked section of rim, but in theory they should be as secure or more than hookless rims. Read more about the hookless debate here
If you're planning to buy a set of wheels with hookless rims, check if the brand lists any tyre compatibility constraints on its site. Sometimes, only some widths of tyres are rated as compatible. There are often tyre pressure limits, typically 5 Bar / 73 psi.
Likewise, check that the tyre you plan to buy is a hookless rim compatible with the width you want.
Can I use rim brakes on a disc wheel?
In general, no. Some rims have a brake track, but also come with disc-compatible hubs, but they're a rarity nowadays. Disc rims have no brake track, so not only won't you be able to stop, but you'll also likely damage the rim if you try and clamp a calliper onto them.
What freehub do I need?
Wheels come with a freehub to match the cassette that's part of your bike's drivetrain. Shimano 11-speed freehubs are compatible with Shimano drivetrains from 8 to 12 speeds and SRAM freehubs up to 11 speeds.
Otherwise, you'll need a SRAM XDR freehub for cassettes from most SRAM 12-speed groupsets or a Campagnolo N3W freehub for Campagnolo drivetrains. Although in most cases you can spec the freehub at purchase, in some cases, these might require you to buy a replacement freehub.
What are points of engagement?
Points of engagement refer to how many positions your freehub can engage when you start to pedal after freewheeling. More points of engagement will lead to faster pick-up when you start to pedal.
You'll also see the degrees of engagement quoted sometimes. This is 360 degrees divided by the number of points of engagement. A freehub with 36 points of engagement will have 10 degrees of engagement, for example. More points of engagement will lead to a lower number of degrees of engagement.
What are ratchet or pawl freehubs?
Many freehubs use pawls to engage the freehub with the wheel hub. These are sprung metal pins in the freehub body that engage with teeth in the wheel hub.
In contrast, ratchet freehubs have two toothed rings, one on the freehub and the other on the hub, that are forced together by a spring to engage the freehub. This gives more contact points than a pawl mechanism and is potentially more robust. It can be lighter too sometimes.
What axle standards do road bike wheels use?
Rim brake road bike wheels have historically used quick-release skewers and had 9x100mm front and 10x130mm rear axles. Most disc brake wheels use a 12x100mm front thru-axle and a 12x142mm rear thru-axle.
You occasionally find quick-release disc brake wheels with a 10x135mm rear axle. There are even fewer road bikes that use 12x110mm Boost front axles and 12x147mm Boost rear axles or that use 15x100mm front thru-axles.
Often you can buy adapters from the wheel brand to fit other axle standards, but it's worth checking that your bike is compatible with any new wheels you plan to buy.
How we test the best road bike wheels?
You'll see from the above that as part of how we test, we've invested in wind tunnel testing of wheelsets to provide a consistent set of head-to-head data. Actual weight and other specs are also important considerations which we check.
But watts saved, and wheelset weight are only part of the equation, so we've also put in the distance riding on all the wheels above to compare ride feel and ride experience across a variety of riding and racing and a range of conditions, with the results documented in our detailed reviews.
Which wheelsets has Cyclingnews wind tunnel tested?
In alphabetical order, the wheelsets which we took to our July 2026 wind tunnel test were:
- Arcaris 8848
- CRW Works Ultimo 6060
- DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT
- Farsports EVO C6
- HUNT 5AM Limitless Ti_UD Carbon Spoke
- Parcours Chrono GT (62/65mm)
- Pertual ACME 45/62
- Reserve 57|64 Turbulent Aero
- Roval Rapide CLX III
- Roval Rapide Sprint CLX
- Scope Artech 6.A
- Scribe CORE Ultra 6
- Scribe Élan Ultra 6
- Syncros Capital SL Aero 60
- Vision Metron 60 RS
The wheelsets which we took to our November 2024 wind tunnel test were:
- Black Inc 48/58
- Black Inc 62
- Cadex 50 Ultra
- Campagnolo Bora WTO 60
- Enve SES 4.5
- Enve SES 6.7
- Hunt Sub 50 Limitless
- Parcours Strade
- Princeton Carbonworks Wake 6560 Evolution
- Reserve 52/63
- Roval Rapide CL II
- Scope Artech 6.A
- Scribe Core SuperLight 60
- Shimano Dura Ace C50
- Swiss Side Hadron Ultimate 500
- Syncros Capital SL Aero
- Vision Metron 60 SL
- Zipp 404 Firecrest
In a previous wind tunnel test, the ten wheelsets tested were:
- Shimano Dura-Ace C60 (R9200 series)
- Roval CLX II 60mm
- HED Vanquish RC6 Pro
- Hunt 60 Limitless Aero Disc
- Vision Metron 60 SL
- Enve Foundation 65
- Reserve 50/65
- FFWD Ryot 55
- Zipp 404 Firecrest (58mm)
- DT Swiss Arc 1100 DiCut 62 DB
