U shape 35mm depth Hand-built 700C carbon 25mm wide clincher road bicycle wheels for tubeless compatible

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Buy & Configure

Global warehouse ship to most countries while the North America warehouse only ship to the United States and Canada

GLOBAL OPTIONS

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HUB
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SPOKES/NIPPLES
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RIM
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ACCESSORIES
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OVERVIEW

HUB

Hub Brand This is a required option.

Model	Weight	POE	Cost	Reliability	Quality	Unique Feature	Color Options	Warehouse Location	Website
Novatec	287g	27	9	4	4	Inexpensive	Three	China	NOVATEC
Bitex	258g	24	9	4	4	Light	Two	China	BITEX
DT 350	374g	18/36/54	7	8	7	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China	DT SWISS
DT 240S	317g	18/36/54	3	10	9	Quiet and reliable (18t option)	One	China/N.A.	DT SWISS
Chris King	326g	45	2	10	10	Rebuildable bearings	Nine	China	CHRIS KING
Industry Nine	327g	60	3	9	9	Loud, engagement	Eleven	North America	INDUSTRY NINE
Onyx	434g	Infinite	2	9	9	Silent, sprag clutch	Eighteen+ (Custom Available)	North America	ONYX

* For the rank: 1 Worst, 10 Best.

* 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 240S

DT SWISS 350

Novatec A291SB-SL / F482SB-SL
(Non-disc Only)

Bitex RAF10 / RAR9
(Non-disc Only)

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.

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.

QR / 130mm

Freehub Body This is a required option.

Shimano 11 speed road freehubs come with a spacer ring. If you have an 11 speed road cassette then you do not need to use this spacer. If you have a 8/9/10 speed cassette, you will need to use the space behind the cassette. Campy 10 and 11 speed use the same freehub body.
Sram XD-R Freehubs do not need a spacer if you have an XD-R (Road) cassette. Mountain bike XD cassettes can be run with a spacer on an XD Freehub.

Shimano Road 11S

Campy 11S

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.

Road-Rim-High-TG-Surface-Grooved-Graphene-Surface

Disc: The disc hub has optional 6-bolt or center lock version.The matched disc rim does not have a brake track and features a unique disc specific layup process. Our new layup is about 10g ~30g lighter by reducing the unnecessary material and utilizing elements of our Flyweight construction method.

Non Disc(Rim brake): By default, the rim brake 700C road rims come with an advanced High TG surface whose braking power and reliability is significantly improved over a basalt braking surface.

Our newest Grooved Graphene Surface is ready now. The price is $30 added for each rim. If you would like to update with newest brake tracks, please contact us at sales@lightbicycle.com.

Non Disc

Hub Color This is a required option.

Black

Red

White

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 only. If you have a custom drilling requirements please e-mail us and we'll send you a purchasing link.

20H

Rear Holes Count This is a required option.

24H

Ratchet This is a required option.

DT Swiss hubs use star ratchets and are available in 3 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.

18T

24T

27T

36T

54T

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 - 0.9/2.3 - 2.0	4.4g (260mm)	N/A	Light Aero	North America, 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

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 Aero X-TRA 1420

Sapim CX Ray

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	16mm	China
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 Red

Brass Black

Brake System This is a required option.

Non Disc - High TG Surface: Rim Brake 700C road rims use an advanced High TG resin system with a layer of graphene to help dissipate heat. The braking power and reliability is significantly improved over a basalt braking surface.

Non Disc - Grooved Graphene Surface: Our new resin system and construction method, combined with the 3k rim track, withstands over 280°C, dissipates heat, and lowers rim temperatures faster in between braking efforts. Gain confidence-inspiring brake performance on the steepest descents and wettest conditions with our matching brake pads. Also, graphene added to the rim brake track allows for greater resistance to overheating with improved heat dissipation and reduced temperature accumulation during heavy braking. The grooved track helps evacuate trapped moisture between pad and rim in wet conditions, and brings more resistance and force at the lever when conditions are dry.

Disc: The disc version does not have a rim brake track and features a unique disc specific layup process. Our new layup is about 10g ~30g lighter by reducing the unnecessary material and utilizing elements of our Flyweight construction method.

Non Disc - High TG Surface

Non Disc - Grooved Graphene Surface USD +30

Finish This is a required option.

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

glossy

matte

Weave This is a required option.

The layup schedule is predetermined for each model, but you can choose the outer layer.
3k/12k/UD are the 3 choices for cosmetic appearance.The rim strength & weight is virtually identical.
UD Matte is the most popular and has a subtle look.
3k weave has a more traditional carbon fiber look.
More info about Weave >>

12K

Center Channel Hole This is a required option.

WITH HOLES: This is the traditional method. 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.

WITHOUT HOLES: No 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.

With Holes

Without Holes

Decal This is a required option.

Road rims use super light waterslide decals (glossy black). 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 >>

Stealth (Grey)

Blue

Green

Magenta

Orange

Red

White

Yellow

Valve Stem This is a required option.

We include enough valves to cover your individual rim purchase. We use a lightweight black alloy anodized valve 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 vavle core is removeable so you can add sealant withoutn removing your tire.
Link to tubeless valve instructions

None

Add Valve Stem USD +7 each

Tubeless Tape This is a required option.

One 10 yard roll of tape will be included. It is typically covers 2 rims with two laps each or 4 rims with one lap each.The high tensile tubeless tape features a natural rubber adhesive that does not leave a residue on the rims. On mountain bike rims, one layer of 18mm width tape is strong enough to seal the access holes which makes for the lightest tubeless setup.
Instructions of tubeless rim tape

None

Add Tubeless Tape USD +6 each

Brake Pads This is a required option.

4 pads will be included. These high performance brake pads are designed for carbon bike rims only and offer excellent stopping power even in the wet.
Instructions of brake pads

None

Add Brake Pads USD +10

In Stock, typically ships within 2 business days

Non-Stocked, typically ships within 1-2 weeks Go to rim inventory page

Recon Pro orders start shipping in October.

- + Pair

Weight: 1351.00g+/-25

Final total: USD 505+

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RIM SPECS

Rim Model R35
Size 700C
Use Road/CX
Type Clincher
Tubeless Ready
Inner/Outer Width 17.9mm/25mm
Depth 35mm
ERD 570mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Weight 435+/-15g
Offset 0mm (symmetric)
Weight Limit 125kg
Spoke Tension 100 ~110kgf (radial) /115 ~130kgf (disc) front, 120~130kgf rear
Spoke Hole Angle ±5°
Tyre Pressure 130psi recommended
Tire 21C-38C recommended

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INFO

TECH

WARRANTY

Whether you’re chasing KOMs, racing criteriums, or preparing for your first Gran Fondo, the R35’s are ready to take you to the next level. The deep profile is easy to handle in crosswinds, and comfortable to ride on rougher roads or rolling terrain.

Coming in at only 435g per rim, the U35 is designed to help you soar up the climbs while still given you that aerodynamic edge when the road becomes flat. The 17.9mm internal width works with anything from a 23mm to 33mm road or Cyclocross tire.

High TG: Our new resin system and construction method, combined with the 3k rim track, withstands over 280°C, dissipates heat, and lowers rim temperatures faster in between braking efforts. Gain confidence-inspiring brake performance on the steepest descents and wettest conditions with our matching brake pads.

Graphene Brake Track : Graphene added to the rim brake track allows for greater resistance to overheating with improved heat dissipation and reduced temperature accumulation during heavy braking. The grooved track helps evacuate trapped moisture between pad and rim in the wet and brings more resistance when conditions are dry so less force at the lever is required. At this stage, with this newest brake track, you could order road Non-disc rims only directly online, however, please contact us at sales@lightbicle.com if you want to order a complete wheelset with that.

AeroTek: Our latest aerodynamic profile decreases lateral wind resistance and is both more stable and faster in a crosswind. A wider profile allows for larger and more efficient tires to be used without an aerodynamic penalty. Traditionally a tire can form a lightbulb shape when mounted on a narrow rim, but the airflow is much smoother with our wider rims.

DuoTek: Our clincher rims are manufactured in two pieces and then joined together. When designing the rims, our engineers, in every detail, demanded fewer joints. Fewer joints mean higher strength and stability.

TuffTek: A high-grade customized epoxy resin is used in our prepreg, creating a stable base for all of our road rims. Epoxy is less brittle than polyester resins and offers excellent flexural strength. Our consistent resin system, coupled with a precise layup schedule, allows for an extremely reliable and durable product.

Tubeless : All of our rims are tubeless compatible with bead seat retention. In most cases a floor pump is all that is needed to seal our rims. The bead shape is tailored to each rim width to achieve the best fit. Our hookless and clincher profiles have a smooth radius to reduce the chance of a pinch flat.

T700: Constructed with premium Toray T700 carbon fiber. The best strength to weight ratio with no expense spared.

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.

Know more about the warranty policy >>

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neil jeffs : Hello Vivian, I thought I would let you know how the new wheels are performing. Last week I rode 480 klm and climbed 7,800 mtrs over a six day period in a area that is known as the high country in Victoria , Australia. I have attached a photo of the bike at the top of a climb called Tawonga Gap, just near the town of Bright , Victoria. The wheels have been faultless so far ,both in the climbing but also very good in the decent , which was over 7,700 mtrs. I am running 28mm tyres on the rims. Thank you for all the assistance whilst deciding which wheels to purchase.

Australia

Argin : Love my new wheels!

United States

manni : 35 mm x 25mm tubeless on c59 colnago. Ride perfectly.

Australia

Brian Holtzclaw : New wheels arrived earlier this week. Got them set up on my BMC Teammachine last night. They look fantastic. Had my first ride with them this morning in the wheels were awesome!!

USA

Rhys Nordstrom : I received my wheels very promptly and have now installed them on my bike and have done some riding (~200km).Just wanted to say I am very happy with how well constructed the wheels are and the ride/feel they provide.Thank you for all your assistance (and the other people I dealt with) and for making the process of the purchase so easy.

Australia

Albert : Fantastic wheelset, this is the 35 mm depth, great allrounder. KOM busters.

Japan

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COMMENTS

George 2019/05/05

Are the WRU35C02 wheelsets (or any of the other 25mm width wheelsets) only available from the Global site? Also can this wheelset only be made with the Bitex hub if I want a Campagnolo freehub?

LightBicycle 2019/05/06

Hi George, 1. Our North America warehouse only stock some popular models and configurated product. Mostly MTB rims/wheels. 2. We do have DT SWISS hubs (350/240s) came with the Campagnolo freehub, will this ok with you? The reason why the option is not available online is that we only make the most popular options available so most people don't have to face too many options. The fact is that the Light Bicycle offers a lot of hub options, Bitex, Novatec, DT SWISS, I9, Onyx, Hope, Tune, Carbon Ti, Extralite, White Industries, etc. Which hubs do you prefer for your road wheelset 700C? We can quote accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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michael 2019/04/14

I'm in the US. Are you able to build a road rim brake clincher wheel set using the RRU55c02-25mm rims, DT 240 front hub, and a power tap G3 rear hub. I would be interested in J-bend CXray spokes and red nipples, no graphics, UD matte finish, brake pads, no valve stem and no rim strips. thanks, mike

LightBicycle 2019/04/15

Hi Michael, yes, we can get power tap G3 hub from our North American warehouse. I have our US team to reach you and make a quotation of RRU35C02 road brake clincher wheelset for your check. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Ming 2019/03/19

Hi, for all your non-disc U-shape clincher wheelset e.g WRU35C02 do they have the High TG Resin with Graphene brake track as standard?

LightBicycle 2019/03/20

Hi Ming, For our road wheels, they are with high TG resin brake surface defaulty. If you like graphene grooved brake surface, it is USD60 added for one wheelset. You can leave a message on the order that you like graphene brake surface, we can see it and will double check with you once getting your order and message. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Andrea 2017/08/30

Hello, can you build a wheelset with: 35mm U shaped rim without brake track (for disc) 24/24H Sapim CXRay Novatec 411/412 hubs for 6 holes disc? Finish is UD matte. What would be prices and weights for these wheels (delivered in Italy) all included? Thank you and best regards.

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Joe 2017/04/05

Can you get the road bike wheelsets without the braking surface? My road bike has disc brakes.

LightBicycle 2017/04/06

Hello Joe, Thanks for your inquiry. We can manufacture the road rims without brake tracks for disc wheels. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Robert 2017/03/10

Please could you send a drawing of the RRU35C02 and RRU45C02 rim cross sections. Also, is it possible to supply a wheelset with 35mm deep front wheel rim and 45mm deep rear wheel rim?

LightBicycle 2017/03/11

Hello Robert, Thanks for your inquiry. Please find attached rims profile of U35mm and U45mm. We can build the wheels with front U35mm/ rear U45mm rims. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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PJC 2017/01/18

Hello, Is it possible U35 disc 28h with dt 240 and cx-ray with shipping to Canada ? Thanks

LightBicycle 2017/01/19

Hello PJC, Thanks for your inquiry. Sure. The U35mm disc wheelset built with DT 240S disc standard hubs and Sapim cx-ray spokes is $970/pair. The delivery cost is $78 for one wheelset to Canada by EMS If you would like to place an order, please confirm the full order details (weave, finish, hole count, decal requirements, hubs axle size), then I can create the purchasing link for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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simon 2017/01/12

hi guys, Just enquiring: is the braking surface on the U Shaped rim a high temp resin or a basalt surface of similar rims? I have had previous rims -(others) and they squeal and pulse under braking. Can you cost up a U rim in 35 front, and 50 rear Shimano on Novatec A/F rear, Pillar suitable for 85kg - 28 spoke set up..? thanks Simon

LightBicycle 2017/01/13

Hello Simon, Thanks for your inquiry. Our U-shape rim is with special material and New high TG resin, it will provide better braking surface performance than basalt braking surface. For 50mm depth rim, it is V-shape. We suggest you to try our U-shaped 45mm or 55mm wheels. Please find our quotations as below. All pricing in USD. -U35 front/ U45 rear wheelset (with Novatec A291/F482 SL version 28H hubs): $558/pair -U35 front/ U55 rear wheelset (with Novatec A291/F482 SL version 28H hubs): $566/pair If you would like to place an order, please confirm the full order details (weave, finish, hole count, decal requirements), then I can create the purchasing link for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Charles 2016/11/23

Dear all, can you build a wheelset with: 35mm U shaped rim without brake track (for disc) 24/24H Sapim CXRay Novatec 411SB/412SB CL or Hope RS4 Centerlock hubs? What would be prices and weights for these wheels (delivered in France) all included? Thank you very much!

LightBicycle 2016/11/24

Hello Charles, Thanks for your inquiry. Currently, only Novatec 411SB/412SB straight pull center lock 24H hubs are available, not Hope RS4 center lock hubs. Please find our quotations as below. All pricing in USD. WRU35C02 (with Novatec disc hubs, Sapim cx-ray spokes): weight 1436 /-25g, $675/pair Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Tommy 2016/10/24

LB, I configure this bike with Bitex hub and total weight is somehow lighter than using DT240s, is that correct? Total weight with Bitex is Weight: 1352.14g /-25. While with DT240s, weight is 1414g. Do you mind posting a screenshot of the actual weight on the scale of both front and back wheel, please? Tommy

Light-Bicycle 2016/10/25

Hello Tommy, Thanks for your inquiry. Yes, Bitex are the lightest hubs we have here. It is much lighter than DT 240S non disc hubs. -Bitex RAF10/ RAR9: 259g/pair -DT 240S J-bend non disc hubs: 320g/pair We can take pictures of the wheelset weight before shipping. Does it work for you? Thanks, Light-bicycle

Tommy 2016/10/25

But are you confident of the listed weight ie. that the final weight won't be far from there? Sorry, I climb mountains a lot so weight is very important for me. Cheers, Tommy

Light-Bicycle 2016/10/26

Hello Tommy, It will be great if you reply us by email directly And once you are ready to order, we will create the purchase link based on the record we discussed. Thank you. Yes, we are sure that the final weight is with a tolerance /-25g, so it won’t be far from there. Any question please feel free to contact us. Thanks, Light-bicycle

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