Where are Reynolds carbon wheels made?
Reynolds will manufacture the rims at its Carbon Composites Studio at the base of the Wasatch in Sandy, Utah, making the wheelsets nearly completely made in the U.S.; only the bearings have been outsourced.
Are prime carbon wheels good?
Yes, absolutely. Well built with great rims and other solid component choices. They come in at a good price, although it’s not quite as good as Hunt’s 50mm tubeless wheelset. The only minor point is that the tubeless rim tape isn’t the best; it works just fine, but I’d like to see DT Swiss tape.
Are Boyd carbon wheels good?
A wide internal rim bed makes it jam well with 28 mm road tires and very capable with even wider rubber. Whether you are racing or just want a really nice durable set of fast wheels for your bike, the 55 mm Boyd make a compelling case that the investment in good carbon rims is definitely worth it.
Are Reynolds carbon wheels any good?
Reynolds has been producing quality wheels for years and the TR 309 S continues that tradition. These lightweight carbon trail wheels are fast and nimble yet strong and durable. They are the lightest wheels in our test and they have a zesty and lively feel, especially when climbing or when you get on the gas.
Are carbon wheels worth?
Are carbon wheels worth it? To a lot of people, yes. A common misconception is the difference in price is all about weight. If you look at it from a weight savings perspective alone, you’re spending about $5.25/gram of weight difference (using our premium carbon test wheels vs the stock alloy wheels.)
What hubs do prime wheels use?
Both rim and disc brake models of the Prime RR-50 are build on own-brand cartridge bearing hubs (Wiggle stocks spare bearings) with Pillar spokes. The disc version comes with 12mm thru-axles as standard, but can be converted to quick-release with components sold separately, while the rim model is QR by default.
Who makes Primehubs?
Novatec
Novatec is the company behind Prime’s hubs. Two-cross lacing is used on each side of the rear wheel.
Where is Reynolds wheelset made?
Where… are your wheels made? Reynolds uses Industry Nine hubs manufactured in North Carolina. They make all their carbon molds in house in Utah, manufacture all prototypes and the first batch of any rim in Utah, and final production takes place at a factory they own in Asia.
How good are the Reynolds assault C wheels?
At 46mm, the Assault C is probably best described as a medium section aero wheel. At that depth, it’s pretty versatile: light but not scary; fast, but usable in the wind for all but the skinniest riders. Reynolds also produces a tubular version of this wheelset, the £50-cheaper Assault T.
How much do rereynolds carbon wheels cost?
Reynolds takes all of their experience with high-end carbon wheelsets and distills it to produce the Assault wheelset with carbon clincher rims for less than $2000.
Does Reynolds have a damage protection plan for 2010 wheels?
Customers who purchase a 2010 Reynolds wheelset from an authorized dealer can purchase a two-year damage protection plan for any wheelset being used in its intended fashion. The Reynolds Assurance Program (RAP) allows you to ride with the confidence of knowing your wheels are covered by the best protection plan available.
What is the weight of the assaults wheels?
The wheels are available with tubular or clincher rims and a choice of a Shimano/SRAM or Campagnolo-compatible freehub. The claimed weight for tubular Assaults is 1263g while the clinchers are 1483g; the price for the tubulars is a little less; $1799 versus $1899 for the clinchers.