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Build Your Falcon WHEELSET R35

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:

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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 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

Novatec A291SB-SL / F482SB-SL

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.

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, skewers are only offered with QR hubs.

QR / 130mm

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

Campy 11S

Sram XDR

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

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.

20H

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

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.

27T

36T

54T

56T

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	LB Flyweight Carbon (Regular Edition-Bladed)	Aero	3.2-1.5/3-3.2	2.65g (SP, 260mm); 2.8g (J-bend,260mm)	N/A	Light Aero/Stiff	China
Light Bicycle	LB Flyweight Carbon (Regular Edition-Butted)	Aero	2.3 - 2/2.3-2.3	2.3g (SP, 260mm)	N/A	Light/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 Flyweight Carbon Regular Edition >> -It maximizes wheel stiffness while keeping things more aero, designed to unlimit your hub choice making your wheels more customizable than ever.
LB Flyweight Carbon Special Edition >> - It maximizes wheel stiffness while keeping things light, designed to pair seamlessly with our Speed Hubs through the use of specially designed aluminium nipples.
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.

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.

Full Custom: This option (if provided here to choose) offers custom braking track in other various weaves (UD/12K/3K twill etc) with 1-2 weeks LONGER on manufacture and extra $10USD/rim only as a start (with High TG Surface by default). 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.

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

Full Custom USD +10

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

Brake Pads This is a required option.

By default, Shimano type is offered only (Contact us if you want Campagnolo type). 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 Shimano-type Brake Pads USD +10

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)

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

Piece Weight: 1351.00g+/-3%

Subtotal: USD 505+

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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 R35
Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
Series FALCON
Intended Use Road/CX
Bead Type Clincher
Tubeless Capable Yes
Inner/Outer Width 17.9mm/25mm
Depth 35mm
ERD 570mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight 435+/-15g
Profile Symmetric (0mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) 125kg/ 276lbs
Spoke Hole Angle ±5°
Spoke Tension 100 ~115kgf front, 120~135kgf rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure (with 25C) 120psi/ 8.27bar
Recommended Tire Width 21C-38C

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: R35
Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
Size: 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
Series: FALCON
Intended Use: Road/CX
Bead Type: Clincher
Tubeless Capable: Yes
Inner/Outer Width: 17.9mm/25mm
Depth: 35mm
ERD: 570mm (not including nipple head dimension)
Rim Weight: 435+/-15g
Profile: Symmetric (0mm)
Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): 125kg/ 276lbs
Spoke Hole Angle: ±5°
Spoke Tension: 100 ~115kgf front, 120~135kgf rear drive side
Max Tire Pressure (with 25C): 120psi/ 8.27bar
Recommended Tire Width: 21C-38C

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, Novatec A291SB-SL / F482SB-SL, Carbon-Ti X-Hub
Front Axle Size: QR / 100mm
Rear Axle Size: QR / 130mm
Driver Body: Shimano Road 11S, Campy 11S, Sram XDR
Hole: 20H, 24H

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
Nipples: Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black

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Overview

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.
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: R35

Material: Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber

Size: 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)

Series: FALCON

Intended Use: Road/CX

Bead Type: Clincher

Tubeless Capable: Yes

Inner/Outer Width: 17.9mm/25mm

Depth: 35mm

ERD: 570mm (not including nipple head dimension)

Rim Weight: 435+/-15g

Profile: Symmetric (0mm)

Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground): 125kg/ 276lbs

Spoke Hole Angle: ±5°

Spoke Tension: 100 ~115kgf front, 120~135kgf rear drive side

Max Tire Pressure (with 25C): 120psi/ 8.27bar

Recommended Tire Width: 21C-38C

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: DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Novatec A291SB-SL / F482SB-SL, Carbon-Ti X-Hub

Front Axle Size: QR / 100mm

Rear Axle Size: QR / 130mm

Driver Body: Shimano Road 11S, Campy 11S, Sram XDR

Hole: 20H, 24H

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

Nipples: Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black
Tech

Learn More >>
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.

Learn More >>
In The Box

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Gallery

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Ryo : Climbing Wheelset - R35 Hooked Rims, Hexa-Comb, Grooved Graphene Surface for Rim Brake. Bitex hubs, Sapim CX Ray spokes. Brass Nipples. The wheelset is stiffer than my old climbing wheels. Less flex, more power getting to the ground. A lot of PRs since I got the new wheelset.

United States

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Danilo : They are beautiful

United States

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MOHAMED : Bought a pair of 35mm wheels which were processed and delivered quick. Happy with the product upon receiving it. Overall I have purchased 2 wheels from LB and am a happy returning customer.

Singapore

Ko-Wei : 2007 Litespeed Ghisallo 700C, R35 wheelset 2008 Alex Moulton TSR 20" The performance of both sets of wheels are excellent and I will be back for more in the future :)

Taiwan

Light Bicycle : R35 Hook 3K Glossy Non Disc - High TG Surface 24H External Hole With Drain Holes No Access Holes

Mohsin : R35 rim brake wheels with Novatec hubs. I've been on these wheels since May and they are still in great shape after nearly 8,000km. Added to this, they weigh very little, which makes them a perfect fit for a light build. I just ordered the R45 wheels with DT350 hubs and I'll upload some pictures once they arrive. Ride safe and happy new year to you all.

China

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Light Bicycle : Rims: R35 Hook Non-Disc Grooved Graphene Surface 20/24H external hole Glossy UD Tubeless Hubs: Novatec A291SB-SL F482SB-SL 100QR 130QR J-bend Non-Disc Shimano Road 11s 27T Spokes: Sapim CX Ray J-bend Nipples: Sapim aluminum black Weight: 1379.64g

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David : As a long time fan of Light Bicycle wheels, I've purchased a few sets, however the ones on this 1980's Colnago Super (masquerading as a Master) are the lightest. With R35 rims, in gloss UD, laced to Carbon Ti hubs, via Sapim CX Ray spokes and alloy nipples, this wheelset came in just under 1,320g, without resorting to flyweight rims. I chose the R35s due to tight frame tyre clearances and because the shallow rim depth, visually suits the narrow steel frame tubes; whilst keeping the overall weight down to 7.9kg (without pedals or cages).

Australia

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COMMENTS

Aladino 2021/08/21

Good evening. I'm very interested to buy a wheelset of R35 Road/CX . However there is two (2) things that I would like to get on them. 1. Red Novatec hubs. I already have several wheelsets with this hub color. 2. A rear wheel with 50mm deep if is possible, obviously with 35mm in the front. I can take care of the other features options during the buying process. Can you make this possible? Please, give me any instructions to be follow to make this process have a happy ending. Thank you very much for your help.

LightBicycle 2021/08/21

Hi Aladino, It is okay to get Novatec red hubs here. Do you like R35 disc or rim brake wheelset? We have R35 front /rear R45 or rear R55. Which do you prefer? You can list the order specs and your delivery address in the email, then we can work on invoice accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Cosimo 2021/01/19

Hi, I have a Shimano 105 2x10s road bike...I only need a thickness to make wheels compatible right? And there is a shipping method to not pay custom tax? Thank you.

LightBicycle 2021/01/20

Hi Cosimo, Are you also using the Shimano 105 caliper on your bike 700C rim brake? If so, the compatible rim width range is 20.8-28mm. The R35 (17.9mm internal, 25mm outer width, 35mm depth). would be ok to mount on your bike. What would be the shipping address of your order? We do have tax-prepaid delivery available for EU countries and the UK. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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marco 2019/10/03

Buongiorno. Sono un possibile cliente interessato alla vostra ruota in carbonio modello 700 c falcon r 35. volevo capire se la ruota e' per copertoncino oppure per tubolare, utilizzabile per 11 velocita shimano no freni disco e se si possono avere in Italia e se si quali altri costi doganali ci possono essere. Grazie per la disponibilita

LightBicycle 2019/10/04

Hi Marco, Thanks for your inquiry! We have both clincher or tubular clincher rim brake wheelsets 700. Do you like clincher or tubular? We have 25mm wide, 35mm deep/45mm deep/55mm deep. What depth do you prefer? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Charles 2019/08/30

Hello Lightbicycle - Team, i am a heavy biker - 120 kg - and I am looking for a RIM Carbon wheelset. I would like Hubs from White Industries T11 (in red) as Campagnolo. And maybe Sapim RX spokes. 38-45mm depth and 23-25mm are okay. If you ship to Germany do you offer pre paid tax duty ? Thank you for your quote. Cheers, Charles

LightBicycle 2019/08/31

Hi Charles, We can make a reinforced version rim for you since you are a heavy rider. I will get back to you when I have the estimated weight of the reinforced version rim, note that there will be USD8 added to each rim for additional carbon fiber. For non disc wheelset hubs White Industries hubs T11, we only have front 20H/rear 24H in stock here. If you like front 24H/rear 28H hubs, is it Hope RS4 or Novatec hubs okay for you? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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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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immanuel 2016/09/27

Hi , can you build this wheelset ? 35mm U shape rim Bitex bx306FG 15x100 Bitex bx 306R 10x135 alu nippels pillar straightpull ? or this details with Novatec D411SB / D412 sb or Novatec D411Cb / D412 CB hubs ? Regards Immanuel Immanuel

Light-Bicycle 2016/09/28

Hello Immanuel, Thanks for your inquiry. Recently, only Novatec D411SB/D412SB 24H/24H hubs are available. Does that work for you? Regarding the rear hub, is that 10*135mm thru axle? With freehub Shimano ROAD 11s? The U35mm wheelset built with Novatec Novatec D411SB/D412SB and Pillar x-tra 1420 straight pull hubs is $631/pair. Thanks, Light-bicycle

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