Build Your Falcon WHEELSET WR45 DISC
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.
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 WR45 disc
- Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
- Size 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
- Series FALCON
- Intended Use CX/Gravel
- Bead Type Clincher
- Tubeless Capable Yes
- Inner/Outer Width 25mm/32mm
- Depth 45mm
- ERD 549mm (not including nipple head dimension)
- Rim Weight Standard 450+/-15g, Flyweight 408+/-15g
- Profile Symmetric (0mm)
- Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) Standard 135kg/ 298lbs, Flyweight 90kg/ 198lbs
- Spoke Hole Angle ±9°
- Spoke Tension 120~135kgf front disc side and rear drive side
- Max Tire Pressure (with 28C) Hook: 80psi/ 5.52bar, Hookless: 65psi/ 4.48.bar
- Recommended Tire Width 28C~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 DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King R45D, Novatec D411SB / D412SB, Industry Nine Solix, Carbon-Ti X-Hub, ARC MT-032, Bitex BX312F / BX312R, 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 Sapim CX Ray, Pillar Aero X-TRA 1420, Pillar Wing 20 in Oil Slick Color (For Bitex Hub only), Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides, 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
As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup
Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.
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.
WHAT IS IN THE BOX
As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup
Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.
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Overview
As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup
Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.
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Specs
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Tech
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Warranty
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In The Box
Gallery
Light Bicycle : Rims: WR45 Disc Standard Hook UD Matte 24/24H External Hole With Drain Holes No Access Holes
Hubs: Chris King R45D Midnight Blue 12/100mm 12/142mm J-bend Center lock 24H 45T Shimano Road 11S
Spokes: Sapim CX Ray Black J-bend
Nipples: Sapim Brass Black External
Peter : Couldn’t be happier with this Lightbicycle wheelset. Great quality, looks sharp, and rides well.
United States
Daniel : I recently added the WR45 Wheels to my Cannondale SuperX - fantastic set of wheels and great value. I weigh almost 100kg and take this bike most places including some great MTB trails in Singapore - overall I highly recommend it! I am about to order a second pair so I can set it up for road rides.
Singapore
Miguel : The wheels are built like a tank. They're light and stiff, but can take a great deal of beating. I'm sure I'll have them for a long time. :)
Australia
Wayne : Put a set of WR45s on my gravel bike and couldn't be happier. Built up with DT 350's for durability and have put a couple thousand miles on them. I did BWR NC with this setup and it flies down the road and is still tough enough for the rough stuff.
United States
William : WR45 rims, matte UD finish with gloss black decals and no access holes, DT350 hubs, Pillar spokes.
A great set of wheels. I run 32mm GP5000's tubeless and they mount up and hold air easily with no tape.
Judging from how fast I go downhill they seem to be a pretty good aero combo.
United States
Franz : I want to take the time to provide a comprehensive evaluation of my purchasing experience with Light Bicycle because they have consistently exceeded all expectations. Never before have I been so satisfied with an online purchase, the quality of advice I received, and the commitment of the LB team.
Being accustomed to solo gravel rides in the Paris region, I found myself riding in a group in Thailand with people who clearly had the means to afford high-quality gear. This exposed me to a variety of incredibly appealing carbon wheels, sparking my interest in the subject. Soon enough, I heard about LB on forums and Reddit. Once I got hooked, everything happened rapidly. It ended up costing me a LOT more than just a pair of wheels... since I soon changed about almost everything on the bike. But I learned a ton. ;)
On the website, I started asking questions about a wheel model that had caught my eye. Edwin responded to me and remained my main contact throughout the purchasing experience. Edwin explained that the wheels I had chosen might not be the most suitable for my bike, which can accommodate wheels with a width of 40+. Suddenly, the myriad of questions I had multiplied exponentially, but Edwin was extremely patient, always responding quickly to each and every one of them... And I literally bombarded him with questions!
Once I had settled on the WR45 Flyweight wheels in Hexa-Comb Matte finish, with a DT 240 hub, I placed my order. I was getting a pair of carbon wheels with a 25mm rim width, customized down to the smallest detail, at a lower price than comparable options I had seen elsewhere, many of which aren't even manufactured by the companies selling them, and offer far less customization. So, I was already thrilled.
The waiting period was made more bearable by the page that updates on the different stages of wheel construction. This is another clever feature on LB's already comprehensive and user-friendly website. Consequently, I found myself checking the site every morning, and each time the manufacturing progressed, I felt a spark of joy. Before the wheels were shipped, I received a series of hi-res photos that definitively confirmed that I was dealing with serious guys who are passionate about what they do.
Overall, I believe it took about a month between placing the order and receiving the wheels, but I live in Thailand, so that may have influenced the delivery time. Speaking of delivery, it all went smoothly. The wheels arrived well-packaged, with no additional taxes to pay, and I felt like a kid on Christmas, eagerly opening the box to unveil the treasure inside.
Not only are the wheels beautiful, but they have transformed my bike beyond my expectations. Well, I should mention that I ended up changing the handlebar, stem, saddle, etc... because what's the point of having ultralight wheels if the rest doesn't measure up ? The wheelset weighs 1443g, which is already 600g lighter than the wheels my bike, a 2019 Rose Backroad, originally had. Ultimately, the bike ended up shedding 1.5 kg.
On the road, the wheels are firm in the best sense of the term and fast. Actually, I can feel their firmness, but when combined with supple tires (Panaracer GK SS), the overall ride feels much smoother, probably due to a larger tire contact patch thanks to the wider rims. In short, it's a whole new pleasure that translates into increased speed. Improved grip, enhanced lightness, and responsiveness - I've gained on all fronts. And I have a rather objective measure to support my observations since I mainly ride on a 23 km circuit here in Bangkok. Therefore, I know the time it takes me to complete a lap and my average speed. It's simple: with the new wheels, I've gained an extra 4 km/h per lap with the new wheels, and not just because I've been riding more frequently since I got them!
In short, if you've read this far and are hesitating to take the plunge, go for it. You won't regret it. Just be aware that it's probably the beginning of an endless spiral, but the enjoyment you'll experience will ultimately be worth the cost, if not more.
Well done to the entire LB team, and thank you again for running such a high-quality business. You guys are extraordinary!
WR45 Flyweight Hook Hexa-Comb Matte Disc 24H
WR45 Flyweight Hook Hexa-Comb Matte Disc 24H
HUB DT SWISS 240 EXP
SPOKE Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides
NIPPLE Sapim Brass Black
Thailand
Nathan : I’ve put these wheels through two seasons of gravel riding now— absolutely love how smooth and consistent the ride is, even with how many potholes and generally rough conditions we have where I live, they have a very stable feel to them. 10/10, exactly what I was looking for with my build!
United States
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