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SRAM keeps on rolling with S series wheelsets

  • SRAM says low profile hubs reduce drag and help to focus support for the entire wheel around the oversized axles.

    SRAM says low profile hubs reduce drag and help to focus support for the entire wheel around the oversized axles.

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  • Life inside a SRAM Aluminium S series rear hub.

    Life inside a SRAM Aluminium S series rear hub.

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  • A view of the cartridge bearing once the hubs outer cap is removed.

    A view of the cartridge bearing once the hubs outer cap is removed.

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  • Couldn't be simpler: The 17mm oversize axle can be easily removed for servicing.

    Couldn't be simpler: The 17mm oversize axle can be easily removed for servicing.

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  • An intact front hub from SRAM's S series of aluminium wheels

    An intact front hub from SRAM's S series of aluminium wheels

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  • Internal alloy nipples save weight and are hidden from the wind.

    Internal alloy nipples save weight and are hidden from the wind.

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  • Both the Sprint and Race models make use of Zipp's Hybrid Toroidal rim profile.

    Both the Sprint and Race models make use of Zipp's Hybrid Toroidal rim profile.

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  • SRAM intends its new range of aluminium wheels to be a high-performance option for everyday or race use.

    SRAM intends its new range of aluminium wheels to be a high-performance option for everyday or race use.

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  • The S30 Sprint is closer to the Race than the Comp, both in technology and appearance.

    The S30 Sprint is closer to the Race than the Comp, both in technology and appearance.

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  • Baked-on SRAM decals will ensure the Race's appearance remains intact for some miles to come.

    Baked-on SRAM decals will ensure the Race's appearance remains intact for some miles to come.

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  • At a claimed weight of 1430g the Race are a good option for riders looking for a nice light wheelset for everyday use.

    At a claimed weight of 1430g the Race are a good option for riders looking for a nice light wheelset for everyday use.

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  • SRAM's project manager for wheels, Bastian Donz

    SRAM's project manager for wheels, Bastian Donz

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  • SRAM has no plans to introduce tubeless technology to their wheelsets

    SRAM has no plans to introduce tubeless technology to their wheelsets

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  • The S27 AL Comp's rear hub features the same Rx1 spoke pattern as the Sprint and Race models.

    The S27 AL Comp's rear hub features the same Rx1 spoke pattern as the Sprint and Race models.

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  • The S27 AL Comp is the introduction to the S series. It benefits from oversize hubs in the front and rear, but gives up weight to its siblings through its spokes and rim.

    The S27 AL Comp is the introduction to the S series. It benefits from oversize hubs in the front and rear, but gives up weight to its siblings through its spokes and rim.

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  • Markers on the end caps of the adjustable-preload hubs tell users exactly how much play to leave in the bearing system to accommodate the force of a quick release.

    Markers on the end caps of the adjustable-preload hubs tell users exactly how much play to leave in the bearing system to accommodate the force of a quick release.

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