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M 2021/04/06

Hi, I am trying to buy a pair of R65 Rims to use with the DT Swiss 240 EXP hubs that I have, what size Sapim CX Ray spokes do I need to buy to mount these rims onto the hubs?

LightBicycle 2021/04/08

Hi M, We will do the calculation for you, don't worry. I will send the order to you via email since the spokes are not available online. Can you be more specific about the hub specs? road disc or rim brake? 20H or 24H? the spacing size? center lock? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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James 2021/04/03

I'm considering a set of your wheels with either the DT Swiss 350 or Novatec D411SB / D412SB hubs. Can you let me know the comparative noise level of the freehubs on the DT Swiss vs. Novatec? I'd prefer a quiet freehub, but I'm not sure the DT Swiss is in my budget.

LightBicycle 2021/04/03

Hi James, Thanks for your inquiry! DT Swiss hubs are more quiet than Novatec hubs, and the quality is also much more stable than Novatec hubs. If you do not mind the price, please go for DT Swiss 350 hubs. For future hubs maintance cost will be higher if you choose cheap hubs, like wheel rebuilt cost, etc. Which road disc wheels 700C do you like? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Calvin 2021/03/26

Hi Light Bicycle, Do you have any Falcon Pro wheelset offerings in 60-65mm deep rims? I am interested in the AR55 Falcon pro (I run 25-30c tires, road use) but would really love a 65mm deep rim in the pro quality offering. Thank you!

LightBicycle 2021/03/26

Hi Calvin, Sorry that we do not have a plan to open a new mold to do the deeper falcon pro rim 700C currently. How about the falcon R65 rim (25.85mm wide/65mm deep) with a satin finish, which looks close to paintless finish. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Khairul 2021/03/08

Hi, Do you deliver to Brunei Darussalam? Regards

LightBicycle 2021/03/09

Hi Khairul, Yes, we can ship to Brunei Darussalam, what are you interested in ordering? complete wheelset or two rims? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Till 2021/02/07

Hi LB Team, you are stocking also SON 28 Dynamo hubs with 28 spokes and e-through 12mm and is it possible to get a wheel set made with on of these in the front and a DT350 in the back? Thanks for your support, kind regards - Till

LightBicycle 2021/02/08

Hi Till, Thanks for your inquiry. It is okay to build wheelset with front Son 28 Dynamo hub/rear DT Swiss 350 hubs. May i know which wheelset you like? mtb or road disc? Which model? Is it your bike front 15*110mm boost/rear 12*148mm boost? or center lock front 12*100mm/rear 12*142mm? Then i can quote accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Kevin 2021/02/04

During the winter months I use a wheel-on trainer for workouts. Can I use the falcon wheels in this manner?

LightBicycle 2021/02/05

Hi Kevin, We got your inquiry. What is your bike and your tire width? May i have your riding style and weight please? Then we can check with falcon 700C wheelset is better for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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sarge 2020/11/11

Hi, I have a 2018 pivot switchblade which requires rear 12x157Ta superboost spacing. I didn't see any hub options that were that size with any wheel sets I was interested in. My front is 15x110 TA boost. Any suggestions? I would like to keep the budget reasonable and hope for internal wheel space to be at about 131-135 mm. Thanks, Sarge

LightBicycle 2020/11/12

Hi Sarge, Yes, we do have 12/157mm super boost hubs, what brand do you prefer? Hope Pro 4? Industry Nine 1/1, Hydra? Onyx Classic or Vesper? Also, which wheelset mountain bike you like? Then we can quote accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Felix 2020/10/05

Hello. What is the rider weight limit on your road carbon fiber wheels. Thank you

LightBicycle 2020/10/05

Hi Felix, Normally, our limit for rider weight is 130kg. But for some flyweight version rims bike, it is different. Which wheels that you are interested in? May i know your weight and riding style? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Chloe 2020/09/25

Hi, I'd like some help choosing what wheels would work best for me. How can I get some assistance?

LightBicycle 2020/09/26

Hi Chloe, Which bike wheels do you like? road rim brake or road disc? or mtb wheels? May i know your weight and riding style please? Then we can recommend accordingly. You can email us at sales@lightbicycle.com Thanks, Lightbiclcyle

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Brandon 2020/08/17

I'm buying a Ritchey Breakaway and would like to throw some of your wheels on it. It's going to have a DA 7800 group set on it and I'd like to see what hoops in the 50-65mm range you have. It has clearance for 28mm tires so I'm guessing your 25mm deep wheels would work. If you could get me a total for hoops that'd be great, as I'll be using the Ritchey quick release hub for packing. Thank you.

LightBicycle 2020/08/18

Hi Brandon, We have 25mm wide rim in 55mm and 65mm depth, which depth will you be interested? What are the hubs you want to build the wheelset 700C with? dis or rim brake? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Craig 2020/05/08

Why are the hub costs under the North American Options so much more expensive than for under the Global Options (China warehouse)? I am looking at the Falcon Pro AR46 - 28mm wide wheelset and selecting the DT 240S hub increases the cost by: Global Options: $220 North American Options: $600 The base cost of the wheelset is $107 less under the North American options but the same hub is $380 more. Why the difference?

LightBicycle 2020/05/08

Hi Craig, Yes, the DT hubs are quite different in two warehouses. We purchase DT hubs from DT SWISS in bulk here, so the cost is lower. As for the North America warehouse, we purchase the hubs in a small amount from the DT US branch because some people prefer the faster shipping that Canada warehouse offers. With the tax adding, we really don't have much benefit space. If you are not in a rush, ordering from the Global warehouse would be a better deal. Could you tell me what configurations that you are interested in? Or do you prefer to place the order online by yourself? Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Scott 2020/03/11

Can you tell me the difference between Falcon and Falcon PRO wheelsets. Thanks

LightBicycle 2020/03/12

Hi Scott, The production process is different between the Flacon and Flacon Pro series. The Falcon series is made by the traditional process with a high standard quality control management. The Falcon Pro series production process was re-designed from the material, layup, molding to spoke drilling (aviation drill) to make the rims come out of the mold as a finished product. The scratch resistance ability is significantly improved, the rims are also more durable. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Nick 2020/02/05

Hi Jenny, Are any of your rims or wheelsets tested with ebikes (electric motor bikes mid drive)? If so, which wheels in 29er or 700c are strong enough for an ebike? Have you tried a Bafang 750 or 1000 watt motor with your wheels? Thanks

LightBicycle 2020/02/05

Hi Nick, we can customized manufacture the 29er or 700C rims with some more carbon fiber material added, to make them stronger for your E-bike riding. Quite a few customers use our rims on E-bike,they are durable enough. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Jeff 2020/01/25

Hello, I am preparing for a 150km very hilly Gran Fondo (2500 m elevation gain and loss) . I'm new to this level of riding and looking for every bit of help! Do you have advice about what would be the best wheel for this type of ride? I weigh 75 kg and consider myself pretty aggressive (though getting old!). I think it may also be fairly windy in places. I was looking at the AR46 wheels (disc 28mm) - thinking it's a good all around choice. But then there is also the R45 (25mm) which might be stiffer? Any thoughts or suggestions would be most welcome. Also, any updates coming that might be of interest?? Thanks!

LightBicycle 2020/01/26

Hi sir, Thanks for your reaching out! May i know your tire width please? Then we can check whether AR46 28mm wide disc wheels are better or 25mm wide. AR46 wheels are wider and deeper, it is stiffer than R45 25mm wide disc wheels actually. If you prefer stiffer wheels, you can also go for 28H spoke count, or front 24H/rear 28H. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Rich 2019/12/03

Hi....will your carbon fat bike wheels handle east coast single track with rocks and roots? Thanks

LightBicycle 2019/12/03

Hi Rich, For our double wall design carbon fat bike wheels, they are strong enough for single track riding, like FAT680 wheelset. https://www.lightbicycle.com/85mm-wide-carbon-26er-fat-bike-wheels-hookless-double-wall-tubeless-compatible.html Thanks, Lightbicycle

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Matt 2019/12/25

Hi! I planing to buy dt 350 boost hubs (j-bend) 32 holes for this rim: https://www.lightbicycle.com/Hookless-carbon-650B-mtb-35mm-wide-AM-27-5-rims-tubeless-compatible.html What spoke lengths do I need front and rear right and left ? Planning to do a 2-cross.

LightBicycle 2019/12/26

Hi Matt, For 27.5er bike rim RM650BC05 built with DT Swiss 350 boost hubs J-bend 32H, the spoke length is as below for your reference. Front: 261mm drive side, 258mm non drive side, 2 cross lacing pattern Rear: 259mm drive side, 260mm non drive side, 2 cross lacing pattern 14mm nipples Please let us know if there is any other questions. Thanks, Lightbicycle

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