Build Your Recon Pro WHEELSET XC725

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.

DT SWISS 180

DT SWISS 240 EXP

DT SWISS 350

Industry Nine Hydra

Industry Nine 1/1

Chris King BOOST

Bitex BX212F / BX212R

Hope Pro 5

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.

15 / 100mm

15 / 110mm BOOST

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

12 / 148mm BOOST

12 / 157mm Super BOOST

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 MTB 10/11S

Sram XD

Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy

Sram XD Alloy

Shimano Micro Spline

Shimano Micro Spline 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

Matte Turquoise

Oil Slick

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.

28H

32H

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.

28H

32H

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.

108T

27T

36T

54T

690T

72T

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.

DT Swiss Competition Race

Sapim CX Ray

Oil slick J-bend

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

Version This is a required option.

Our XC rims are front and rear specific.

The front rim uses a lighter pre-preg and a blend of Toray T700/T800 as well as Flyweight internal spoke hole patching.

The rear rim uses a continuous spoke bed and a stiffer reinforced layup design to create a balanced feel between the front and rear wheels.

Flyweight (best for front)

Standard (good for rear and front)

Front Flyweight / Rear Standard

Finish This is a required option.

Paintless: The "Finish" relates to how the rim is coated or painted such as matte or glossy for the most common applications. Our Recon Pro and Falcon Pro rims feature BlackTek and come out of molds as a completed product, with a scratch resistant and near flawless finish, eliminating the need for coating or painting. We name this kind of superior finish the paintless.

Crystal Painting: A fantastic painting effect designed by Light Bicycle.

Full Custom: This option 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 REQUIREMENT IN QUOTES IN THE NOTES AT CHECKOUT, we will reach out to you once the order is placed to finalize the details.

Paintless

Glossy Crystal Painting (silver) USD +20

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.

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

Rim Warranty This is a required option.

For Recon Pro Series ( MTB rim), Falcon Pro (road rim) and Drift Pro (fatbike rim), 5-year warranty is set as standard, and optional Lifetime Premium Warranty are kindly offered to purchase with minimum charge respectively.

5 Years

Lifetime USD +100/rim

Decal This is a required option.

1. Grey Laser Engraving (Recon Pro) - Our laser engraving technology is eco-friendly and adds a snappy, polished aesthetic to your new rims.
Please note: Contrary to rims with any coated/painted finishes (matte, glossy and satin) as well as Crystal Painting, laser engraving could work with paintless rims only.

2. Full Custom - Add some additional personalization and go full custom with your rim graphics! Laser engraving is available in one colour (light grey) and starts at $5 USD per rim. If you select this option, LEAVE YOUR REQUEST IN QUOTES IN THE NOTES AT CHECKOUT. For example: "I need my personalized logo printed" or "Just text 'ABC racing' ". We will reach out to you once the order is placed to finalize the details of custom graphics.

Grey Laser Engraving (Recon Pro)

Blank (No decal)

Full Custom (Laser only) USD +5

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

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

Industry Nine Hydra

Industry Nine 1/1

Chris King BOOST

Onyx Vesper

Hope Pro 5

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.

15 / 100mm

15 / 100mm Torque

15 / 110mm BOOST

15 / 110mm RS-1

15 / 110mm Torque

20 / 110mm BOOST DH

20 / 110mm Old DH

Lefty 2.0 Supermax

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

12 / 148mm BOOST

12 / 150mm

12 / 157mm Super BOOST

QR / 135mm

Single Speed

Freehub Body This is a required option.

Shimano MTB 10/11S

Sram XD

Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy

Sram XD Alloy

Shimano Micro Spline

Shimano Micro Spline 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.

If you don't see the color option you're looking for, please choose another option listed online and proceed to checkout, and leave us a note with your preference in the checkout notes or by emailing sales@lightbicycle.com once ordered.

Powdercoat Options: Black Chrome, Blue Baby, Blue Candy, Gold, Green Antifreeze, Green Fluorescent, Green Kawasaki, Black Aura, Orange Fluorescent, Pink Fluorescent, Purple Candy, Red Candy, White Frost, Yellow Cardinal, Yellow Fluorescent.

Anodized-Black

Anodized-Black Matte

Anodized-Blue

Anodized-Green

Anodized-Orange

Anodized-Purple

Anodized-Red

Anodized-Silver

Black

Blue

Gold

Green

Lime

Matte Black

Matte Turquoise

Orange

Pink

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.

28H

32H

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

28H

32H

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.

108T

36T

54T

690T

72T

90T

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

Version This is a required option.

Standard (good for rear and front)

Finish This is a required option.

The "Finish" relates to how the rim is coated or painted such as matte or glossy for the most common applications. Our Recon Pro and Falcon Pro rims feature BlackTek and come out of molds as a completed product, with a scratch resistant and near flawless finish, eliminating the need for coating or painting. We name this kind of superior finish the paintless.

Paintless

Weave This is a required option.

Rim Warranty This is a required option.

5 Years

Lifetime USD +100/rim

Decal This is a required option.

Grey Laser Engraving (Recon Pro)

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 +8 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

Martello,27.5 x 2.35inch,TNT,Anthracite,920g USD +79.99

Mazza,27.5 x 2.4inch,2-PLY,Black,1200g USD +79.99

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

Martello,27.5 x 2.35inch,TNT,Anthracite,920g USD +79.99

Mazza,27.5 x 2.4inch,2-PLY,Black,1200g USD +79.99

Recon Pro orders start shipping in October.

- + Pair

Piece Weight: 1112.00g+/-3%

Subtotal: USD 822+

Piece Weight: 690.00g+/-3%

Subtotal: USD 668+

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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.

Model XC725
Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size 27.5"/650B (ETRTO 584mm)
Series RECON PRO
Intended Use Cross Country
Bead Type Hookless
Tubeless Capable Yes
Inner/Outer Width 25mm/30mm
Depth 23mm
ERD 556mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight Flyweight 285+/-15g, Standard 345+/-15g
Profile Asymmetric (2mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) Flyweight 90kgs/ 198lbs, Standard 100kgs/ 220lbs
Spoke Hole Angle ±7°
Spoke Tension 115~130kgf front disc side and rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure 40psi/ 2.75bar
Recommended Tire Width 2.1" ~ 2.4"

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 Hydra, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King BOOST, Bitex BX212F / BX212R, Hope Pro 5, Onyx Vesper
Front Axle Size 15 / 100mm, 15 / 110mm BOOST, 15 / 100mm Torque, 15 / 110mm RS-1, 15 / 110mm Torque, 20 / 110mm BOOST DH, 20 / 110mm Old DH, Lefty 2.0 Supermax, QR / 100mm
Rear Axle Size 12 / 142mm, 12 / 148mm BOOST, 12 / 157mm Super BOOST, 12 / 150mm, QR / 135mm, Single Speed
Driver Body Shimano MTB 10/11S, Sram XD, Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy, Sram XD Alloy, Shimano Micro Spline, Shimano Micro Spline Alloy
Hole 28H, 32H

OTHER PARTS

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

Spokes DT Swiss Competition Race, Sapim CX Ray, Oil slick J-bend, 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

Our new generation of Flyweight XC rims are updated with a wider profile and a front/rear specific layup. They are targeted towards cross country racers who seek every possible edge on the course.

Our goal with this iteration was to produce the lightest possible rim-set without sacrificing performance or reliability. The ultralight front rim utilizes a blend of Toray T700 and T800 carbon fiber and receives our spoke hole patching treatment, which maximizes weight reduction. The rear rim uses a continuous spoke bed and a stiffer reinforced layup design to create a balanced feel between the front and rear wheels.

Now with a wider profile, increased resistance to impacts, as well as a tailored front/rear design, the XC725' build the ultimate XC race wheelset.

Rims

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

Model: XC725
Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size: 27.5"/650B (ETRTO 584mm)
Series: RECON PRO
Intended Use: Cross Country
Bead Type: Hookless
Tubeless Capable: Yes
Inner/Outer Width: 25mm/30mm
Depth: 23mm
ERD: 556mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight: Flyweight 285+/-15g, Standard 345+/-15g
Profile: Asymmetric (2mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): Flyweight 90kgs/ 198lbs, Standard 100kgs/ 220lbs
Spoke Hole Angle: ±7°
Spoke Tension: 115~130kgf front disc side and rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure: 40psi/ 2.75bar
Recommended Tire Width: 2.1" ~ 2.4"

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 Hydra, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King BOOST, Bitex BX212F / BX212R, Hope Pro 5, Onyx Vesper
Front Axle Size: 15 / 100mm, 15 / 110mm BOOST, 15 / 100mm Torque, 15 / 110mm RS-1, 15 / 110mm Torque, 20 / 110mm BOOST DH, 20 / 110mm Old DH, Lefty 2.0 Supermax, QR / 100mm
Rear Axle Size: 12 / 142mm, 12 / 148mm BOOST, 12 / 157mm Super BOOST, 12 / 150mm, QR / 135mm, Single Speed
Driver Body: Shimano MTB 10/11S, Sram XD, Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy, Sram XD Alloy, Shimano Micro Spline, Shimano Micro Spline Alloy
Hole: 28H, 32H

Other Parts

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

Spokes: DT Swiss Competition Race, Sapim CX Ray, Oil slick J-bend, 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

Please carefully inspect your package when unboxing it and contact us immediately if it is damaged or if anything is missing.

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Overview

Our new generation of Flyweight XC rims are updated with a wider profile and a front/rear specific layup. They are targeted towards cross country racers who seek every possible edge on the course.

Our goal with this iteration was to produce the lightest possible rim-set without sacrificing performance or reliability. The ultralight front rim utilizes a blend of Toray T700 and T800 carbon fiber and receives our spoke hole patching treatment, which maximizes weight reduction. The rear rim uses a continuous spoke bed and a stiffer reinforced layup design to create a balanced feel between the front and rear wheels.

Now with a wider profile, increased resistance to impacts, as well as a tailored front/rear design, the XC725' build the ultimate XC race 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.

Model: XC725

Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber

Size: 27.5"/650B (ETRTO 584mm)

Series: RECON PRO

Intended Use: Cross Country

Bead Type: Hookless

Tubeless Capable: Yes

Inner/Outer Width: 25mm/30mm

Depth: 23mm

ERD: 556mm (not including nipple head dimension)

Rim Weight: Flyweight 285+/-15g, Standard 345+/-15g

Profile: Asymmetric (2mm)

Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): Flyweight 90kgs/ 198lbs, Standard 100kgs/ 220lbs

Spoke Hole Angle: ±7°

Spoke Tension: 115~130kgf front disc side and rear drive side

Max Tire Pressure: 40psi/ 2.75bar

Recommended Tire Width: 2.1" ~ 2.4"

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 Hydra, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King BOOST, Bitex BX212F / BX212R, Hope Pro 5, Onyx Vesper

Front Axle Size: 15 / 100mm, 15 / 110mm BOOST, 15 / 100mm Torque, 15 / 110mm RS-1, 15 / 110mm Torque, 20 / 110mm BOOST DH, 20 / 110mm Old DH, Lefty 2.0 Supermax, QR / 100mm

Rear Axle Size: 12 / 142mm, 12 / 148mm BOOST, 12 / 157mm Super BOOST, 12 / 150mm, QR / 135mm, Single Speed

Driver Body: Shimano MTB 10/11S, Sram XD, Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy, Sram XD Alloy, Shimano Micro Spline, Shimano Micro Spline Alloy

Hole: 28H, 32H

Other Parts

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

Spokes: DT Swiss Competition Race, Sapim CX Ray, Oil slick J-bend, 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

Light Bicycle : Rims: XC725 Standard UD Paintless 28/28H With Drain Holes With Access Holes Hubs: Son 28 Front 12/100mm J-bend 6-bolt White Industries XMR Rear 12/142mm 48T Sram XD Spokes: Sapim CX Ray Silver J-bend Nipples: Sapim Brass Black External

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Adam : The wheels are on a Rodeo Adventure Labs Flaanimal 5.0 frame (gravel bike). I do almost exclusively off-road riding here in the East Bay area of California.

United States

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Julien : XC725 Flyweight paintless UD 28H external hole 5 Years With Holes XC725 Flyweight paintless UD 28H external hole 5 Years With Holes HUB-F DT SWISS 240S 12 / 100mm straight pull Center lock Black 28H NBK HUB-R DT SWISS 240S 12 / 142mm Sram XD straight pull Center lock Black 28H 36T NBK SPOKE Sapim CX Ray Black straight pull uncertain NIPPLE Sapim Brass Black Polyax External

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COMMENTS

Connor 2023/10/31

Hi there, I live in the US and would like a bikepacking wheelset from your XC725 rims. Would it be possible for you to build them with a White Industries rear hub and a SON dynamo front hub? Thanks, Connor

LightBicycle 2023/11/01

Hi Connor, Yes, we can get the hubs (White Industries + Son front hub) you want for you. The lead time for purchasing the hubs would be around 2 months. Let me know if you are ok with it. If you have rather a tight schedule for travel or racing, please let me know in advance. I would recommend the XC725 mountain bike standard version for you since you are doing bikepacing. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Rafe 2021/07/25

I have a set of Stealth hubs. Cost factor of providing hubs for set to be built?

LightBicycle 2021/07/26

Hi Rafe, Which wheelset do you like? It is okay to build wheelset with your hubs. Please let me know the mtb wheelset 27.5er spec, then we can quote accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Paul 2019/09/27

Any experience using these rims with 47-48mm road tubeless tires like the Rene Herse Switchback Hills or WTB Horizons?

LightBicycle 2019/09/28

Hi Paul, Our recommended tire width for XC925 (30mm wide, 23mm deep) is 2.1~2.4 inch. So 47~48mm (about 1.9 inches) would be too narrow. You probably would have trouble with the tire mounting. Wider tires have better tracking and performance. Why not go for wide 650B bike tires? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Nigel 2019/05/27

Hi, I have a 2015 Giant trance 2 27.5 with stock wheels. I currently run 2.4” tyres and would like a really lightweight wheelset. I mostly do cross country and single track. I don’t do much downhill but once in a while we try some easy downhill stuff. I weight 78kgs and currently have shimano 1x11 XT system. I don’t mind any brand of hubs but I prefer them to be silent. What do you recommend? Thanks, Nigel

LightBicycle 2019/05/28

Hi Nigel, 1. DT hubs are the quiet and good quality hub that we offer at the moment compare to other brands. We have DT Swiss 240S/350/Chris King hubs If you like. 2. The XC725 27.5 XC wheelset would be a good fit for you since you are riding XC and not a heavy rider. If you somehow riding aggressively, you can choose the standard version of XC725 for both the front and rear. Here are a recommendation specs for your ref, let me know if you want anything different. You can add the wheel to your cart by https://www.lightbicycle.com/site/share-cart?id=450 Thanks, Lightbicycle

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David 2019/04/03

hi I would like a light XC wheel-set for the new Shimano XTR . 15-100 front - rear 12-142 . thanks David

LightBicycle 2019/04/03

Hi David, We have 650B XC725 and RM650BC09 light XC 650b wheelsets here. We can build with DT Swiss 240S or 350 hubs with shimano XTR free hub drive for you. May i know your weight please? And your tire width please? We can check whether these two wheels are strong enough for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Jason 2019/01/29

Hello I am interested in your 650b xc725 fly weight rims and my be a full set of wheels built up with hope hubs or DT swiss 240,6 bolt straight spokes with sapim cx ray spokes.or sapim super spoke

LightBicycle 2019/01/30

Hi Jason, The 650B wheelset is USD1099/pair with below specs: --RIMS: XC725, UD, paintless, 28H, Front flyweight/rear standard version --HUBS: Black DT SWISS 240s, front 15*100mm/rear 12*142mm, Shimano MTB 10/11s, straight pull, center lock --SPOKES: Sapim CX-Ray, SP --NIPPLES: Black alloy If built with Hope pro 4 hubs, the wheelset would be USD1062/pair. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Build Your Recon Pro WHEELSET XC725

Overview

Specs

Tech

Warranty

In The Box

Rims

Hubs

Other Parts

Overview

Specs

Rims

Hubs

Other Parts

Tech

Warranty

In The Box

Gallery