well branded and high quality carbon road wheels

Build Your Falcon WHEELSET AR56 DISC - 30MM

All wheels are 100% customizable at Light Bicycle. If your preferred specs are not listed, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com) with your special requirements described.

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Drain Hole This is a required option.

With Drain Holes

Center Channel Hole This is a required option.

No Access Holes

Version This is a required option.

Front Flyweight / Rear Standard

Weave This is a required option.

Braided UD

DEFAULT SETTINGS

RIMS

Matte, UD, hook, blank (no decal), 24h

Paintless, UD, blank (no decal), 28h, with access holes

Standard, paintless, hook, blank (no decal), 24h, with drain holes, without access holes

HUBS

DT Swiss 350 Straightpull Centerlock Shimano Road 11s 36t

12/100mm (F) & 12/142mm (R)

DT Swiss 350 Straightpull Centerlock Sram XD 18t

15/110mm (F) & 12/148mm (R) boost

DT Swiss 350 straightpull centerlock Shimano Road 11s 36t

12*100mm (F) & 12*142mm (R)

SPOKES & NIPPLES

Sapim CX Sprint-rear drive side / CX Ray-other sides

Sapim aluminum black external

Sapim CX Ray & Sapim aluminum black external

Sapim CX Sprint-rear drive side / CX Ray-other sides

Sapim aluminum black external

ACCESSORIES

2 valves & 1 spare 18t ratchet

2 valves & 2 adapters (centerlock to 6-bolt)

2 valves & 1 spare 18t ratchet

Note: the wheelset price includes the warehouse transfer cost ($80).

Piece Weight: g+/-

Subtotal: USD +

Lead time: typically ships in 2 days

ADD TO CART You missed some options.

We do not stock this item at the European warehouse. See what we stock currently.

You can order this product from our Global or North American warehouse.

Please fill out this form with your special requests if you want to customize it. We will get back to you in 24hrs via email.

Center Channel Hole This is a required option.

No Access Holes

DEFAULT SETTINGS

RIMS

Matte, UD, hook, blank (no decal), 24h, with drain holes

Paintless, UD, blank (no decal), 28h, with access holes

HUBS

DT Swiss 350 Straightpull Centerlock Shimano Road 11s 36t

12*100mm (F) & 12*142mm (R)

DT Swiss 350 Straightpull Centerlock Sram XD 18t

15/110mm (F) & 12/148mm (R) boost

SPOKES & NIPPLES

Sapim CX Sprint-rear drive side / CX Ray-other sides

Sapim aluminum black external

Sapim CX Ray & Sapim aluminum black external

ACCESSORIES

2 valves & 1 spare 18T ratchet

2 valves & 2 adapters (centerlock to 6-bolt)

Note: the wheelset price includes the warehouse transfer cost ($80).

Piece Weight: g+/-

Subtotal: USD + (discount price)

Lead time: typically ships in 3 business days

ADD TO CART You missed some options.

We do not stock this item at the Australian shop. See what's available.

You can order this product from our Global / NA shops.

Please fill out this form if you are looking for a custom wheelset.

We'll get back to you soon to study the customization requests via email.

Our apologies, we do not offer this item at the Global warehouse.

Please order from other warehouses. Feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com) if you want to customize. We’ll get back to you in 24hrs.

Our apologies, we do not stock this item at the North American warehouse. Check this link to see what items we stock, or send us an email to discuss.

Our Global warehouse can make any rim model and ship worldwide. Please fill out this form with your special requests if you want custom rims/wheelset. We will get back to you via email to discuss in 24hrs.

Shopping Style

Options Features	Quick Buy	Full Custom
Options Features	Inventory	Parts in stock (Assembled upon order)	Manufactured upon order
Customization	Least customizable	100% Customizable
Lead Time	≤ 3 days	4 weeks typically
Availability	Limited models	All models
Shipping	Worldwide	Worldwide

Quick Buy (In Stock)

Full Custom (Made to Order)

DEFAULT SETTINGS

Rims

Hook, matte, UD, with drain holes

Hook, matte, UD, with access holes, with drain holes

Standard, hook, paintless, UD, 5-year warranty, with access holes, with drain holes

Front Flyweight / Rear Standard, paintless, UD, 5-year warranty, no drain holes

Paintless, UD, 5-year warranty, no drain holes

Grooved graphene surface, hook, matte, UD, with access holes, with drain holes

Grooved graphene surface, hook, matte, UD, no access holes, with drain holes

Matte UD, 32H, Centered (Staggered)

Hubs

Hope Pro 4 Fatsno J-bend 6-bolt

15/150mm (F) & 12/197mm (R) Sram XD

Straightpull centerlock black 24H

12/100mm & 12/142mm

Shimano Road 11S

DT Swiss straightpull / Bitex j-bend, centerlock, 28H

J-bend, DT Swiss 6-bolt / Bitex centerlock, 32H

15/110mm boost & 12/148mm boost Sram XD

DT Swiss straightpull / Bitex j-bend, black, 20H front / 24H rear

100mm QR & 130mm QR Shimano Road 11S

Spokes

Sapim CX Ray black

Sapim D-Light

Accessories

No decals/valves/tape

No decals/valves/tape/pads

No decals/valves

Piece Weight: g+/-

Subtotal: USD +

Lead time:

ADD TO CART

Hub Brand This is a required option.

Model	Weight	POE	Cost	Reliability	Quality	Unique Feature	Color Options	Warehouse Location	Website
Novatec	287g	27	Low	Good	Good	Inexpensive	Three	China	NOVATEC
Bitex	258g	24	Low	Good	Good	Light	Two	China	BITEX
DT 350	374g	18/36/54	Low	Better	Good	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China	DT SWISS
DT 240S	317g	18/36/54	Medium	Best	Best	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
DT 240 EXP	299g	EXP 36	Medium	Best	Best	Quiet and reliable (EXP 36 )	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
DT 180	290g	EXP 36	High	Best	Best	Super Light, EXP 36	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
Chris King	326g	45	High	Best	Best	Rebuildable bearings	Nine	China	CHRIS KING
Industry Nine	327g	60	Medium	Better	Best	Loud, engagement	Eleven	China/N.A.	INDUSTRY NINE
Onyx	434g	Infinite	High	Better	Best	Silent, sprag clutch	Eighteen+ (Custom Available)	North America	ONYX
Carbon-Ti	270g	56	High	Better	Best	Extreme Light	Nine	China	Caron-Ti
ARC	332g	48	Low	Better	Good	Economic and reliable	One	China	ARC
Chosen	260g	24	Low	Better	Good	Economic and reliable	One	China	Chosen
Light Bicycle Pace-Hub	275/285g	36/48	Low	Better	Good	Economic, reliable, light	One	China	Light Bicycle
Light Bicycle Speed-Hub Gen3	275g	36	Low	Better	Good	Proprietary for Carbon Spokes Steel Bearing (upgradable to ceramic)	Two	China	Light Bicycle
Light Bicycle Speed-Hub Gen2	295g	36	Low	Better	Good	Proprietary for Carbon Spokes Steel Bearing (upgradable to ceramic)	Two	China	Light Bicycle

Besides hubs listed to choose online directly, you could also have more others built to the wheels on your custom order by contacting us.
See more about Light Bicycle's FULL HUB OPTIONS

* POE = Points of Engagement

* DT hubs come standard with an 18t star ratchet but are upgradeable to 36 or 54t.

* Average weight will vary slightly depending on axle and freehub combination.

Light Bicycle Pace-Hub

DT SWISS 180

DT SWISS 240 EXP

DT SWISS 350

Industry Nine 1/1

Chris King R45D

Industry Nine Solix

Carbon-Ti X-Hub

Front Axle This is a required option.

If the size you need is not listed, please contact us and we'll reach out to you to confirm your order.

By default, skewers are only offered with QR hubs.

12 / 100mm

Rear Axle This is a required option.

If the size you need is not listed, please contact us and we'll reach out to you to confirm your order.

By default, skewers are only offered with QR hubs.

12 / 142mm

Freehub Body This is a required option.

1. Shimano Road 11S works with 11/12-speed cassette directly or 8/9/10-speed mountain cassette with a spacer(s) .
2. Shimano MTB 10/11S works with 8/9-speed directly or 10-speed with a spacer or 11-speed road cassette if one of the inner cogs removed.
3. Campagnolo (Campy) 11S works with 9/10/11/12-speed Campy cassette with no spacers required.
4. Sram XDR could run XDR (road) cassette inherently and is compatible to run mountain bike XD cassette with a 1.85mm spacer.
5. Shimano Micro Spline (MS) works with 12-speed MS cassette only.

Shimano Road 11S

Shimano Road 11S Alloy

Sram XDR Alloy

Sram XDR

Shimano Micro Spline Road Alloy

Spoke Head This is a required option.

J-bend version: use J-bend hubs and spokes
Straight pull version: use straight pull hubs and spokes

straight pull

J-bend

Brake System This is a required option.

6-Bolt is the more common traditional option.
Centerlock uses a unique interface and it is also convertable to 6-bolt. If you need the conversion kit, please contact us. Our hubs are provided without rotor lockrings by default.

6-bolt

Center lock

Hub Color This is a required option.

Black

Matte Black

Orange

Red

Turquoise

Front Holes Count This is a required option.

Please note that our valves are drilled for presta and spoke holes are made for external nipples by default.

Full Custom: This option (if provided here to choose) offers custom drilling for any other hole counts or special drilling (e.g G3/ 2:1 etc), most of which are at no extra charge. If you select this option and LEAVE YOUR TAILORED REQUIREMENT IN THE NOTES AT CHECKOUT, we will reach out to you once the order is placed.

24H

Rear Holes Count This is a required option.

Please note that our valves are drilled for presta and spoke holes are made for external nipples by default.

24H

28H

Ratchet This is a required option.

DT Swiss hubs use star ratchets and are available in 4 different models with varying points of engagement.

18T - Deepest teeth, slowest engagement, least amount of maintenance, suitable for powerful riders.

36T - Happy medium, doubles the engagement points.

54T - Super fast engagement, but shallow teeth require more careful re-greasing and the thru-axle should be checked every ride.

24T - Made out of hardened steel as e-bike specific.

EXP 36 - With only a single spring, making the hubs faster and lighter. More precise contact makes a longer lifespan.

EXP 54 - Upgraded from EXP 36 to gain incredibly faster engagement.

36T

45T

54T

56T

605T

90T

EXP 36

EXP 54

Spoke This is a required option.

Brand	Model	Type	Thread Diameter (mm)	Weight(g)	Gauge	Riding Style	Available(Warehouse Location)
Sapim	Race	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.8 - 2.0	5.7g (260mm)	14G	Heavy Duty	North America, China
Sapim	D-Light	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.65 - 2.0	4.8g (260mm)	14G	Versatile	North America, China
Sapim	CX-Ray	Aero	2.0 - 0.9/2.2 - 2.0	4.4g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	North America, China
Sapim	CX-Sprint	Aero	2.0 - 1.25/2.25 - 2.0	5.2g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	China
DT SWISS	Competition Race	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.6 - 2.0	4.8g (260mm)	14G	Versatile	China
Pillar	PSR X-TRA 1420	Aero	2.0 - 0.95/2.2 - 2.0	4.4g (260mm)	N/A	Inexpensive Aero	China
Pillar	Wing 20	Aero	2.2 - 1.2/2.0 - 2.0	4.3g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	China
Light Bicycle	Oil slick J-bend	Single butted	2.0 - 2.0 - 1.95	6.7g (260mm)	14G	Cool color	China
Light Bicycle	Thrust-4 Carbon	Aero	2.2-1.1/4.0-2.2	2.8g (SP, 260mm)	N/A	Light Aero/Stiff	China
Berd	PolyLight	Rope-like	2.0-1.8	2.5g (260mm)	N/A	Extreme Light	North America

Sapim D-Light – The best all-around and most popular spoke for carbon wheels. Lightweight but incredibly strong.
Sapim Race – Our strongest and stiffest spoke. These spokes are suitable for heavy or extremely aggressive riders who need a stiffer wheel.
Sapim CX-Ray – The lightest spoke in our lineup is still quite strong due to the elasticity and amazing fatigue life.
DT Competition Race - All Mountain and XC spoke used by the Chinese location as a substitue for the D-Light (depending on availability)
Pillar PSR X-TRA 1420 - An inexpensive bladed spoke, great for road and cyclocross riding.
Pillar Wing 20 - Pillar patented highest level of aerodynamic bladed spoke reducing potential weak spots and twisting during tensioning. Currently, they are offered in oil slick color only with increased wear and corrosion resistance.
Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides - This customized combo increases the rear drive side power transmition efficiency significantly while grabs superior light-weight and aero performance.
Oil slick J-bend - They are made by a qualified manufacturer in Taiwan with custom design by Light Bicycle. They are J-bend only so do not order these spokes for SP hubs you configured in the previous step.
LB Thrust-4 Carbon - The Thrust-4 Carbon spokes are designed to boost high tensile strength. The 4mm all-road profile ensures great crosswind stability.
Berd PolyLight >> - It is constructed from an advanced polymer called ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and are widely considered to be the lightest bicycle spoke option in the world.

Pillar Aero X-TRA 1420

Sapim CX Ray

Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides

Nipple This is a required option.

Nipple Brand	Model	Material	Color	Length	Available (Warehouse Location)
Sapim	Double Square Secure Lock	Alloy	Black, Red, Green, Blue, Gold, Lime, Purple, Orange	16mm	Norh America
Sapim	Polyax/ Polyax Secure Lock	Alloy	Black, Red, Green, Blue, Gold, Lime, Purple, Orange	14mm	China
Sapim	Polyax Secure Lock	Brass	Black	14mm	China/N.A.
DT Swiss	DT SQUORX (PRO HEAD PRO LOCK)	Alloy	Black, Red	15mm	China
DT Swiss	Standard PRO LOCK	Brass	Black	14mm	China
Light Bicycle	N/A	Brass	Oil slick	14mm	China
Light Bicycle	Aluminium Black (for carbon spokes)	Alloy	Black	8.9mm	China

Please select Aluminium Black (for carbon spokes) nipples when you have chosen LB Flyweight Carbon spokes.

Aluminium Black

Aluminium Red

Brass Oil slick

Brass Black

Bead type This is a required option.

Hook

Brake System This is a required option.

Disc

Finish This is a required option.

Matte is slightly lighter and a more subtle finish (most popular). Glossy has a shine to it.

Full Custom: This option (if provided here to choose) offers custom finish such as Satin/Raw etc at no extra charge but subject to rim models with 3-5 days LONGER on manufacture. And custom color painting is also available with added 15g/rim and extra $20USD/rim as a start. If you select this option and LEAVE YOUR TAILORED REQUIREMENT IN THE NOTES AT CHECKOUT, we will reach out to you once the order is placed.

Glossy

Matte

Full Custom

Weave This is a required option.

The layup schedule is predetermined for each model, but you can choose the outer layer for cosmetic appearence.

The rim strength & weight is virtually identical.

Matte UD is the most popular and has a subtle look.

The futuristic Hexa-Comb and Braided UD are smooth and looks great on deep rims.
More info about Weave >>

Full Custom: This option (if provided here to choose) offers custom weaves such as 3k twill vertical/ horizontal/ Braided UD etc with extra charge of $15USD/rim as a start but subject to rim models with 3~5 days LONGER on manufacture. If you select this option and LEAVE YOUR TAILORED REQUIREMENT IN THE NOTES AT CHECKOUT, we will reach out to you once the order is placed.

12K

Hexa-Comb USD +15

Full Custom USD +15

Center Channel Hole This is a required option.

With Access Holes: This is the traditional method. Spoke access holes are drilled in the center channel to allow the nipples to easily be fed through the rim. Tubeless tape is required to seal the rim.

No Access Holes: No spoke access holes are drilled in the center channel. Feeding the nipples through the rim is more challenging, but it allows for a tubeless setup without the need for tape. This kind of system is known as "road tubeless" and was made popular by Mavic. Some companies still refer to it as "UST style", however, UST is actually a specific interface between the tire and rim which was developed by a partnership between Mavic, Michelin, and Hutchinson.

Currently, rims with 'No Access Holes' do not work with our carbon spokes.

With Access Holes

No Access Holes

Drain Hole This is a required option.

The two small drain holes located 90° to the valve hole effectively help evacuate both the water trapped inside the rim and the air leaking into the rim chamber caused by nonperfect tubeless tape sealing handwork that may risk rim explosure in an aggressive tire inflating.

It is the small reinforced layer prelaminated on the area where the drain hole is drilled later that makes the rim strength fairly ensured without any compromise of weight added.

Riders who ride in wet areas are suggested to order rims with drain holes.
More info about holes >>

With Drain Holes

No Drain Holes

Decal This is a required option.

Road rims use super light waterslide decals (matte colors). The decal is very thin and applied under a clearcoat so they are non-removeable.

Pictures about light-bicycle decal >>

If you want custom graphic, Please email us, we will design for you. There will be extra cost for custom graphic on rims.

Pictures about custom graphics >>

Blank (No decal)

Stealth (Grey)

Blue

Green

Magenta

Orange

Red

White

Yellow

Wheel Bag This is a required option.

Our all-new single wheel bag provides reliable storage for your wheel. Plus, an internal pocket is designed to store skewers and other tools. The wheel bag safely and comfortably accommodates most road and mountain bike wheels, including 700C, 26", 27.5", and 29" wheels. The wheel bag is with Light Bicycle logo by default. If you hope to get one without logo, please leave a note at checkout.

For a wheelset product, when selecting "Add Wheel Bag", you'll get two wheel bags; while for a single front/rear wheel product, you'll get one wheel bag.

None

Add Wheel Bag USD +25.5 each

Valve Stem This is a required option.

We use a lightweight black alloy anodized valves with an oversized concave collar for easy gripping. A rubber o-ring goes in between the rim and the collar to help seal the rim and match the contour of the rim profile. The valve core is removable so you can add sealant without removing your tire.
Link to tubeless valve instructions

None

Add Valve Stem USD +7 each

Tubeless Tape This is a required option.

Add Tubeless Tape: A roll of 10-yard-long tape is provided separately as parts to do the favor for those who treasure the dirt in the hand and are passionate in DIY stuff.
Information of tubeless rim tape

Apply Tubeless Tape: In Light Bicycle, a proprietary taping aid works with our wheel builders to guarantee that a solid taping craft at industrial-level is well implemented in order for you to ride carefree tubeless at any conditions.

You do NOT have to use any tubeless tape to run tubeless if you have chosen "No Access Holes" on the rim center channel.

None

Add Tubeless Tape USD +6 each

Apply Tubeless Tape USD +6 each

Rear Wheel Dishing Pattern This is a required option.

While the vast majority of frames require Centered (Traditional) dishing, those of Cannondale’s with Ai offset design (Asymmetric Integration) comply with a special kind of offset dishing for the rear wheel.

Know more about Cannondale’s Ai technology >>

Centered (Traditional)

Ai offset- 6mm

Ai offset- 3mm

Send Photos for Shipping Confirmation This is a required option.

Send Photos for Shipping Confirmation could be offered at NO extra charge so that you could have your tailored products viewed/inspected before shipping and the photos shared with your friends in advance.

It takes about 1~3 business days added to the lead time subject to the orders queuing status.

If you have any special requirement on the photos, such as weight measurement, please leave a note at checkout.

Yes (1-3 days longer)

No ( I do not need photos)

Recon Pro orders start shipping in October.

- + Pair

Hub Brand This is a required option.

Model	Weight	POE	Cost	Reliability	Quality	Unique Feature	Color Options	Warehouse Location	Website
Novatec	287g	27	Low	Good	Good	Inexpensive	Three	China	NOVATEC>/td>
Bitex	258g	24	Low	Good	Good	Light	Two	China	BITEX
DT 350	374g	18/36/54	Low	Better	Good	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China	DT SWISS
DT 240S	317g	18/36/54	Medium	Best	Best	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
DT 240 EXP	299g	EXP 36	Medium	Best	Best	Quiet and reliable (EXP 36 )	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
DT 180	290g	EXP 36	High	Best	Best	Super Light, EXP 36	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
Chris King	326g	45	High	Best	Best	Rebuildable bearings	Nine	China	CHRIS KING
Industry Nine	327g	60	Medium	Better	Best	Loud, engagement	Eleven	China/N.A.	INDUSTRY NINE
Onyx	434g	Infinite	High	Better	Best	Silent, sprag clutch	Eighteen+ (Custom Available)	North America	ONYX
Carbon-Ti	270g	56	High	Better	Best	Extreme Light	Nine	China	Caron-Ti
ARC	332g	48	Low	Better	Good	Economic and reliable	One	China	ARC
Chosen	260g	24	Low	Better	Good	Economic and reliable	One	China	Chosen
Light Bicycle Pace-Hub	275/285g	36/48	Low	Better	Good	Economic, reliable, light	One	China	Light Bicycle
Light Bicycle Speed-Hub Gen3	275g	36	Low	Better	Good	Proprietary for Carbon Spokes Steel Bearing (upgradable to ceramic)	Two	China	Light Bicycle
Light Bicycle Speed-Hub Gen2	295g	36	Low	Better	Good	Proprietary for Carbon Spokes Steel Bearing (upgradable to ceramic)	Two	China	Light Bicycle

Besides hubs listed to choose online directly, you could also have more others built to the wheels on your custom order by contacting us.
See more about Light Bicycle's FULL HUB OPTIONS

* POE = Points of Engagement

* DT hubs come standard with an 18t star ratchet but are upgradeable to 36 or 54t.

* Average weight will vary slightly depending on axle and freehub combination.

DT SWISS 180

DT SWISS 240 EXP

DT SWISS 350

Chris King R45D

Industry Nine Solix

Onyx Vesper

Front Axle This is a required option.

If the size you need is not listed, please contact us and we'll reach out to you to confirm your order.

By default, no Quick Release skewers are offered with hubs.

12 / 100mm

15 / 100mm

QR / 100mm

Rear Axle This is a required option.

If the size you need is not listed, please contact us and we'll reach out to you to confirm your order.

By default, no Quick Release skewers are offered with hubs.

12 / 142mm

QR / 135mm

Freehub Body This is a required option.

Shimano Road 11S

Shimano Road 11S Alloy

Sram XDR Alloy

Campy 11S Alloy

Sram XDR

Shimano Micro Spline Road Alloy

Spoke Head This is a required option.

J-bend version: use J-bend hubs and spokes
Straight pull version: use straight pull hubs and spokes

straight pull

J-bend

Brake System This is a required option.

6-bolt

Center lock

Hub Color This is a required option.

Choose your hub shell colour. By default, Onyx hubs come with anodized black tension caps and end caps. These parts are available in other anodized-only colours, so please specify in the notes at checkout if you want something other than black.

Anodized-Black

Anodized-Black Matte

Anodized-Blue

Anodized-Gold

Anodized-Green

Anodized-Orange

Anodized-Purple

Anodized-Red

Anodized-Silver

Black

Blue

Gold

Green

Lime

Matte Black

Orange

Pink

Powdercoat-Black Aura

Powdercoat-Blue Baby

Powdercoat-Blue Candy

Powdercoat-Green Antifreeze

Powdercoat-Green Fluorescent

Powdercoat-Green Kawasaki

Powdercoat-Pink Fluorescent

Powdercoat-Purple Candy

Purple

Red

Silver

Turquoise

Front Holes Count This is a required option.

ROAD Product
Road rim brake: Stocked in 20h and 24h
Road disc: Stocked in 24h and 28h

MTB Product
MTB rims: Stocked in 32h. Only XC Flyweight rims are stocked in 28h as well as 32h
Please note that our valves are drilled for presta and spoke holes are made for external nipples by default. If you have a custom drilling requirements please contact us.

24H

28H

Rear Holes Count This is a required option.

ROAD Product
Road rim brake: Stocked in 20h and 24h
Road disc: Stocked in 24h and 28h

24H

28H

Ratchet This is a required option.

Our North America shop offers DT Swiss 350 SL hubs with star ratchet.

36T - The standard offer of the SL version.
54T - Faster engagement, but shallow teeth require more careful re-greasing.

DT Swiss 180 and 240 EXP take EXP ratchets.
EXP 36 - The more precise contact makes a longer lifespan.
EXP 54 - Upgraded from EXP 36 to gain incredibly faster engagement.

Industry Nine and Chris King hubs as well as more others apply pawl system while Onyx goes with dead-silent Sprag Clutch engagement.

36T

45T

54T

605T

EXP 36

EXP 54

Sprag Clutch

Spoke This is a required option.

Brand	Model	Type	Thread Diameter (mm)	Weight(g)	Gauge	Riding Style	Available(Warehouse Location)
Sapim	Race	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.8 - 2.0	5.7g (260mm)	14G	Heavy Duty	North America, China
Sapim	D-Light	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.65 - 2.0	4.8g (260mm)	14G	Versatile	North America, China
Sapim	CX-Ray	Aero	2.0 - 0.9/2.2 - 2.0	4.4g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	North America, China
Sapim	CX-Sprint	Aero	2.0 - 1.25/2.25 - 2.0	5.2g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	China
DT SWISS	Competition Race	Double Butted	2.0 - 1.6 - 2.0	4.8g (260mm)	14G	Versatile	China
Pillar	PSR X-TRA 1420	Aero	2.0 - 0.95/2.2 - 2.0	4.4g (260mm)	N/A	Inexpensive Aero	China
Pillar	Wing 20	Aero	2.2 - 1.2/2.0 - 2.0	4.3g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	China
Light Bicycle	Oil slick J-bend	Single butted	2.0 - 2.0 - 1.95	6.7g (260mm)	14G	Cool color	China
Light Bicycle	Thrust-4 Carbon	Aero	2.2-1.1/4-2.2	2.8g (SP, 260mm)	N/A	Light Aero/Stiff	China
Berd	PolyLight	Rope-like	2.0-1.8	2.5g (260mm)	N/A	Extreme Light	North America

Sapim CX Ray in Black

Sapim D-Light

Sapim Race

Nipple This is a required option.

Nipple Brand	Model	Material	Color	Length	Available (Warehouse Location)
Sapim	Double Square Secure Lock	Alloy	Black, Red, Green, Blue, Gold, Lime, Purple, Orange	16mm	North America
Sapim	Polyax/ Polyax Secure Lock	Alloy	Black, Red, Green, Blue, Gold, Lime, Purple, Orange,Silver	14mm	China
Sapim	Polyax Secure Lock	Brass	Black	14mm	China/N.A.
DT Swiss	DT SQUORX (PRO HEAD PRO LOCK)	Alloy	Black, Red	15mm	China
DT Swiss	Standard PRO LOCK	Brass	Black	14mm	China

Aluminium Black

Aluminium Silver

Aluminium Red

Aluminium Blue

Aluminium Gold

Aluminium Green

Aluminium Lime

Aluminium Orange

Aluminium Purple

Brass Black

Bead type This is a required option.

Hook

Brake System This is a required option.

Disc

Finish This is a required option.

Matte

Weave This is a required option.

Decal This is a required option.

NA warehouse offers road rims and flyweight rims using super light waterslide decals (glossy black). The decal is very thin and applied under a clearcoat so they are non-removeable.

Non-removable glossy black waterslide graphics

Valve Stem This is a required option.

None

Add Valve Stem USD +7 each

Tubeless Tape This is a required option.

Add Tubeless Tape: A roll of 10-yard-long tape is provided separately as parts to do the favor for those who treasure the dirt in the hand and are passionate in DIY stuff.

Apply Tubeless Tape: The tubeless tape with high tensile strength is tightly installed on the wheel(s) at industrial-level for you to ride carefree tubeless at any conditions.

None

Add Tubeless Tape USD +6 each

Apply Tubeless Tape USD +8 each

Front Vittoria Tire This is a required option.

Please note that the tires will NOT be pre-installed on the wheels.

Feel free to contact us (support@lightbicycle.com) if you want to special order other Vittoria tires.

None

Terreno Dry,700x38c,TNT,Anthracite,490g USD +59.99

Terreno Wet,700x38c,TNT,Anthracite,500g USD +59.99

Rear Vittoria Tire This is a required option.

Please note that the tires will NOT be pre-installed on the wheels.

Feel free to contact us (support@lightbicycle.com) if you want to special order other Vittoria tires.

None

Terreno Wet,700x38c,TNT,Anthracite,500g USD +59.99

Terreno Dry,700x38c,TNT,Anthracite,490g USD +59.99

Recon Pro orders start shipping in October.

- + Pair

Piece Weight: 1452.00g+/-3%

Subtotal: USD 592+

Piece Weight: 920.00g+/-3%

Subtotal: USD 476+

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WHEELSET SPECS

RIMS

Our Pro series comes with a 5-year warranty (lifetime optional), while the non-pro with a 3-year warranty and crash replacement.

Rim Model AR56 disc
Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
Series FALCON
Intended Use Road/CX/Gravel
Bead Type Clincher
Tubeless Capable Yes
Inner/Outer Width 23mm/30mm
Depth 56mm
ERD 527mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight 460+/-15g
Profile Symmetric (0mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) 135kg/ 298lbs
Spoke Hole Angle ±8°
Spoke Tension 120~135kgf front disc side and rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure (with 25C) 110psi/ 7.58bar
Recommended Tire Width 23C~50C

Rims

Our Pro series comes with a 5-year warranty (lifetime optional), while the non-pro with a 3-year warranty and crash replacement.

Rim Model: AR56 disc
Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size: 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
Series: FALCON
Intended Use: Road/CX/Gravel
Bead Type: Clincher
Tubeless Capable: Yes
Inner/Outer Width: 23mm/30mm
Depth: 56mm
ERD: 527mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight: 460+/-15g
Profile: Symmetric (0mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): 135kg/ 298lbs
Spoke Hole Angle: ±8°
Spoke Tension: 120~135kgf front disc side and rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure (with 25C): 110psi/ 7.58bar
Recommended Tire Width: 23C~50C

Hubs

We keep in stock the most popular axle sizes and colors of some well-liked hub models. If you want a special order, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com).

Model: Light Bicycle Pace-Hub, DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King R45D, Industry Nine Solix, Carbon-Ti X-Hub, Onyx Vesper
Front Axle Size: 12 / 100mm, 15 / 100mm, QR / 100mm
Rear Axle Size: 12 / 142mm, QR / 135mm
Driver Body: Shimano Road 11S, Shimano Road 11S Alloy, Sram XDR Alloy, Sram XDR, Shimano Micro Spline Road Alloy, Campy 11S Alloy
Hole: 24H, 28H

Other Parts

Leave a note at checkout or contact us if you want spare spokes or nipples.

Spokes: Pillar Aero X-TRA 1420, Sapim CX Ray, Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides, Sapim CX Ray in Black, Sapim D-Light, Sapim Race
Nipples: Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black, Aluminium Silver, Aluminium Blue, Aluminium Gold, Aluminium Green, Aluminium Lime, Aluminium Orange, Aluminium Purple

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Overview

The 30mm external and 23mm internal width 56mm deep disc road bike wheels provide the perfect platform for anything from a 23C to 50C road, gravel, or cyclocross tire. This incredibly stiff and aerodynamic 56mm carbon clincher is just as at home on your road race bike as it is on your gravel rig. Whether you're sprinting for primes or tackling a 200-mile gravel epic, the versatile AR56 disc are the deep road bike wheels that are up for the challenge.
Specs
Rims

Our Pro series comes with a 5-year warranty (lifetime optional), while the non-pro with a 3-year warranty and crash replacement.

Rim Model: AR56 disc

Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber

Size: 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)

Series: FALCON

Intended Use: Road/CX/Gravel

Bead Type: Clincher

Tubeless Capable: Yes

Inner/Outer Width: 23mm/30mm

Depth: 56mm

ERD: 527mm (not including nipple head dimension)

Rim Weight: 460+/-15g

Profile: Symmetric (0mm)

Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): 135kg/ 298lbs

Spoke Hole Angle: ±8°

Spoke Tension: 120~135kgf front disc side and rear drive side

Max Tire Pressure (with 25C): 110psi/ 7.58bar

Recommended Tire Width: 23C~50C

Read more for actual road tire width

Hubs

We keep in stock the most popular axle sizes and colors of some well-liked hub models. If you want a special order, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com).

Model: Light Bicycle Pace-Hub, DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King R45D, Industry Nine Solix, Carbon-Ti X-Hub, Onyx Vesper

Front Axle Size: 12 / 100mm, 15 / 100mm, QR / 100mm

Rear Axle Size: 12 / 142mm, QR / 135mm

Driver Body: Shimano Road 11S, Shimano Road 11S Alloy, Sram XDR Alloy, Sram XDR, Shimano Micro Spline Road Alloy, Campy 11S Alloy

Hole: 24H, 28H

Other Parts

Leave a note at checkout or contact us if you want spare spokes or nipples.

Spokes: Pillar Aero X-TRA 1420, Sapim CX Ray, Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides, Sapim CX Ray in Black, Sapim D-Light, Sapim Race

Nipples: Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black, Aluminium Silver, Aluminium Blue, Aluminium Gold, Aluminium Green, Aluminium Lime, Aluminium Orange, Aluminium Purple
Tech

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Warranty

For Non-Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 3-year Standard Warranty.

For Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 5-year Pro Warranty as standard and an upgraded optional lifetime Premium Warranty with minimum charge.

Crash Replacement: It is applicable with the same period as the warranty time range that you purchased for the rims with 10% /25% discount for Non-Pro series /Pro series.

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In The Box

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Gallery

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Maciek : They turned out to be a lot cuter than I thought they would be. The bike is around 600g lighter than 30mm alloy wheelset before. It rides a little stiffer, and gives ease on turns I wasn't sure to make before. But would take AR45 instead of 56 next time :)

Poland

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Linh : 2022 Canyon Grail 7 eTap Wheel build: LightBicycle AR56 Falcon Sapim CX-Ray White Industries CLD (XDR) hubs Peaty’s X Chris King MK2 80mm valves Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x42 Muc-Off Ultimate tubeless kit

Australia

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Marcus : The wheels arrived safely a few days ago and I set them up on my titanium 'Van Nicholas Yukon Disc' bike The weather was good enough yesterday to get out on the bike for an hour! (Last night the snow came in and is now on the ground!) First impressions: I am very impressed with this wheelset! These wheels make a notable and huge difference compared to the (pretty good) alloy wheelset that they replaced and are very competitive against other well-known carbon wheelsets that I have used in the past! It was particularly windy yesterday and due to the 56mm depth the stability in such wind was not so bad! So, so far so good!

Germany

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Thomas : I’m super satisfied with the process of designing, ordering, communication and the final build. The Falcon AR56/30 is a perfect fit for my Factor o2, they are light (1380gr) and stiff for climbing, super aero for going fast and even wide to maintain fairly low pressure. I love this setup and especially how LB (Edwin and the team) carry out my special wishes, regarding the paint job/finish and hub/lacing. Great job, thank you. Best wishes Thomas

Germany

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Mike : RR56 glossy crystal blue disc rims, carbon spokes , light bikes V2 hubs… 60 miles on them in 24 hours , NICE! 24 Giant TCR Adv Pro , Dura ace group, …

United States

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Chad : AR56 rims with red graphics. 32h DT Aero Comp bladed spokes on DT Swiss 350 road hubs. 30mm Specialized Turbo Pro tires with just over 5mm of frame and fork clearance on this Tarmac SL6

United States

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Nicolas : Here are the LB wheels on my trek checkpoint gravel bike. They run really fantastic. love them!

China

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Bogdan : My Giant TCR with AR56 wheelset

United States

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COMMENTS

Antonio 2023/02/15

Hi, Are those Falcon rims U or V shaped? Also, DTSwiss 350 hubs are centerlock? Thanks, Antonio

LightBicycle 2023/02/15

Hi Antonio, The AR56-30mm road disc rim was designed with V-shape. You can see it from the section view. We only have DT SWISS road hubs in the center lock, straight pull. Is this what you looking for? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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David 2022/01/11

Hello. I am wondering if this rim or the AR55 (or any other recommendation for that matter) would be the most appropriate for a 700x32c Conti GP 5000 clincher tire? I have a frame that will allow up to 32mm clearance with a bit of room to spare, but I am concerned the 'actual width' of the tire when fitted. I can see the comparisons in the FAQ section for 25 and 28, but not the 32 - are you able to let me know? Also, would this be closest to the most aero? I am curious about what the best combination for 700x32c would be while retaining 32mm 'actual width' for size consistency... Let me know what you think if possible. Thank you!

LightBicycle 2022/01/11

Hi David, Do you after the aerodynamic performance or comfortless? 28c or 25c would be recommended for aero setup. And for road riding. But if the reason why you choose 32c is that you are planning on riding gravel. It would certainly provide more comfort. Both 30mm or 28mm 700C road disc rims would fit ok. Thanks, Lightbicycle

Florin 2023/01/11

These rims are really well suited for wider road tires, I'm using mine with 28 mm Conti GP5s usually and I have a friend who rides on 30 mm GP5s because his frame allows it, he's a heavy guy about 120kg and 30mm is plenty enough for comfort. We're running these wheels the AR56 for 2-3 years I think now with no issues to fault them. I put my rear derraileur through my spokes once becaus I didn't took the time to set it up properly and I ripped three spokes, wheel wasn't really rideable after but took it to lbs and changed the spokes and it's going strong for almost 1000 km now. What I would advise is pick the Sapim(or whatever you can source) spokes if you can budget it just in case you have an accident like mine because Pillar ones are harder to get in Europe, I ended up replacing all my rear spoke with Sapims an now I have a lot of spares in case I rip the front wheel in the future :). a

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Ikkei 2020/09/18

What are The included spokes, can I have them custom ordered?

LightBicycle 2020/09/18

Hi Sir, We have a few options for spokes, DT competition race, Sapim CX-Ray, Sapim D-light. What spokes are you looking for? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Relu 2020/08/18

Is there a chance you can do these rims in feather weight option also? A rim like this onw under 400 grams would be cool!

LightBicycle 2020/08/18

Hi Relu, May i know your weight please? Do you ride aggressively? Then we can check how much weight of AR56 road disc 700c rims is better for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Jochem 2020/07/14

Hi all, I'm interested in a pair of light bicycle wheels. However, I'd want something with a 21mm inner width and 28mm outer width, and a depth of more than 50mm. Do you have something like that? Or are you planning to make that? 23mm inner width is just a bit too much for my road bike.

LightBicycle 2020/07/14

Hi Jochem, Yes, we do have something deeper than AR56 with the same width(28mm wide/56mm deep) road disc. But the model is not available online at the moment. Please check your email. We just sent you the rim profile. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Kai 2020/06/18

Hello everyone, the DT Swiss 240s EXP (rear) also exists with 28 spokes but there is only the 24 spoke option. The 350 has both 24 and 28 spoke options. Do you also have the 28 spoke DT Swiss 240s EXP rear hub available? (24 is perfectly fine for the front) Cheers, Kai

LightBicycle 2020/06/18

Hi Kai, 28H EXP hubs for road disc wheels will arrive around one month later. Is it okay for you? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Sauterelle 2020/05/22

Hello,do you ship to Mauritius?

LightBicycle 2020/05/22

Hi Sir, Yes, we can ship to Mauritius by FedEx. Do you like carbon bike rims only or complete wheelset? road disc? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Witek 2020/02/05

Hi LB You should do this more classic width (best for 25-28mm tire) in the PRO version. Not every frame can take 32mm rim Will it hapen?

LightBicycle 2020/02/06

Hi Witek, Appreciated for the suggestion, yes, we aware that only some frames can fit with 32mm wide rim on the market now. The Pro series was designed for gravel use only. More and more gravel bikes are with the wider frame now. As for the tire fitting, according to our test, 32mm wide WR series rims are very easy to install 25c/28c tires from the most brands on the market. They are WR35/wr45/wr38/wr50 road disc wheels. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Mark 2019/12/26

Hi. I am after a carbon disc wheelset for a road bike and predominantly used for endurance rides. So I am after a set that is between 45 and 60 mm in depth running 28 to 30c tires. I am 80kgs. Can you please advise which wheelset would provide the most comfort for this setup? Thanks Mark

LightBicycle 2019/12/26

Hi Mark, Thanks for your reaching out! We have below road disc wheels for 28C to 30C tires. 28mm wide 46mm deep, 28mm outer width/21mm inner width 30mm wide 56mm deep, 30mm outer width/23mm inner width 32mm wide 45mm deep, 32mm outer width/25mm inner width Which are you interested in? For road disc hubs, we have DT Swiss 240S/350, carbon Ti, extralite, Chris King. Please let us know what hubs do you prefer for wheels. Then we can quote accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Jesse 2019/11/05

Hi Light Bicycle, For orders to California, do I need to use the North America ordering options, or can I also order using Global options? Thanks, Jesse

LightBicycle 2019/11/06

Hi Jesse, 1. You can order road disc wheelset 700C from both warehouses as long as the options and prices are ok with you. 2. We only stock the most popular options in the North America warehouse, so if you are looking for something more customized, you can check out the Global options. 3. You might notice that the hubs options are quite different, you can purchase Novatec, Bitex, Hope, DT, Tune from Global warehouse, and the Industry Nine, Onyx hubs are mainly offered by the North American warehouse. 4. The shipping and delivery are also different for two warehouses, North America uses UPS/USPS, while Global uses EMS. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Marcin 2019/10/06

Hi, I found some different information on your website. Can you verify this? In description here you wrote that on this rim we can install tires 28C to 50C but in label above there is information that for this wheel we can use 23C to 50C. So, what is correct? Best regards Marcin

LightBicycle 2019/10/07

Hi Marcin, Thanks for your correction! 23C~50C is the correct one for this 30mm wide road disc wheelset.I will have our guys correcting it these days. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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John 2019/09/25

Can these wheels come with hidden nipples and no rim bed holes.

LightBicycle 2019/10/01

Hi John, Yes, it is okay to manufacture the AR56 road disc wheels with internal nipples. The nipples will be hidden inside. And it is okay to make wheels without spoke access holes on rim bed. We can work on invoice for you if you are ready to order. Or you can place the order through our website and leave a message on the order. Then we can see it and will double check with you to make sure everything is correct. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Juno 2019/09/21

Hi, I wanted to order an AR56 wheelset using the Global Options. I have 2 questions: 1) Could I get the front wheel with Sapim CX-Ray spokes and the rear wheel with Sapim Race spokes? 2) I want to get the wheels with Stealth (Grey) decals under the clearcoat. Could I buy an additional set of stickers in Orange that I could affix and remove later?

LightBicycle 2019/09/23

Hi Juno, Please find our reply as below. 1. Yes, it is okay to build this road gravel wheels disc with front sapim cx-ray spokes, but rear with sapim race spokes. 2. It is okay to manufacture grey decal under clearcoat. But we do not have orange road wheels stickers here. I am sorry about that. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Ian 2019/09/15

Hi, Do you do the logos in black? If so, would I just select "no logo" when purchasing and put that request in the notes? Thanks. Ian

LightBicycle 2019/09/16

Hi Ian, Yes, we can make the logo in black on these 30mm wide gravel road disc wheelset. You can just leave your requirement when you check out or allow me to create the order for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Build Your Falcon WHEELSET AR56 DISC - 30MM

Overview

Specs

Tech

Warranty

In The Box

Rims

Hubs

Other Parts

Overview

Specs

Rims

Hubs

Other Parts

Tech

Warranty

In The Box

Gallery