R2BIKE wheelset 28" Disc GRV | Hope Road Straightpull Center Lock hubs | Light Bicycle Carbon rims
Area of application: Gravel GRV
Road cyclists and gravel riders are always looking for the best compromise between weight, aerodynamics and stiffness. The combination of Light Bicycle Carbon rims and the reliable Hope hubs should therefore always be on the shortlist. The balanced component mix guarantees you high reliability and a long service life.
Hubs
At the center of the wheelset are the Pro 5 hubs from the English cult manufacturer from Barnoldswick. The experience gained from 30 years of designing and manufacturing high-quality drive elements has been incorporated into their development with the aim of improving proven technology in order to meet the demands of current and future bicycle technology.
The design of the rear hub differs significantly from its predecessor, with an enlarged body that generates more rigidity without increasing the weight. This is noticeable above all in a much more direct ride. At the same time, the diameter of the spoke flange has been increased, making it easier to build very stable wheels.
The highlight of the rear wheel hub is the new 6-pawl freehub system in offset design, which is characterized by the fact that three of the six pawls are always engaged when riding in order to distribute the load evenly. In addition, the freehub gearing has been increased from 44 (Pro 4) to 54 teeth, resulting in a total of 108 engagement points and a low free travel of just 3.33°. In addition, some material has been removed from the pawl springs, slightly reducing the spring force and lowering their resistance. Hope has thus achieved the right balance between smooth running and durability with the Pro 5.
The hub can withstand negative external influences for a long time, thanks to the high-quality anodization and the very well-sealed stainless steel industrial bearings. Should the ravages of time take their toll on the hub, it can be dismantled and serviced with little effort. It can also be easily converted to a different hub standard.
Rims
Light Bicycle were ahead of their time with the Falcon Pro WG rims. While many manufacturers only launched gravel wheels with an inner width of 30 millimetres or more in 2024, the Chinese have had their high wide gravel rims in their range since the beginning of 2023. The advantages are obvious. Wide tires are integrated into the rim profile in a streamlined manner, making the system more aerodynamic and less susceptible to crosswinds. The large inner width also gives the tires more volume, which has a positive effect on the damping properties and provides more reserves against punctures. In addition, the tire remains stable on the rim even at extremely low air pressures and high lean angles. The hybrid hook profile on the rim flange also ensures a secure tire fit.
Despite the extreme dimensions, the WG rims in the Flyweight version weigh less than 400 grams thanks to a complex manufacturing process and are nevertheless more resistant to mechanical loads when riding.
Please note the maximum permissible rider weight of 90 kg.
Wheel construction at R2-Bike
Our wheels are assembled entirely by hand by our wheel builders. During the entire assembly process, great importance is attached to ensuring that not only the concentricity is correct, but also that the spoke tension is as even as possible. This special care allows us to give the first owner a lifetime guarantee against spoke breakage, as long as it was not caused by force.
The following services are also included for first-time buyers:
You get a universal wheel bag for all common sizes included.
You will receive a spare spoke with nipple in all required spoke lengths so that you can repair the wheel quickly after an accident.
Within 2 years of purchase, you will receive a free initial inspection of the wheel, during which the resulting work is completely free of charge. Only shipping costs are incurred.
You get a crash replacement promise: If your wheel is damaged within 2 years of purchase due to force majeure, we will rebuild it once. We grant a 100% discount on all labor costs and only charge for the material.
Technical data
Area of application: Gravel GRV
Wheel size: 28" (ETRTO: 622 x see detailed description)
Rim type: clincher (clincher and folding tires)
Brake type: Disc brake
Brake disc mount: Center Lock
Weights:
1437g (lightest version: 12x100 mm + 12x142 mm, WG44, Sapim CX-Ray)
1558g (heaviest version: Boost + Boost, WG55, Sapim Race)
Note:
Deviations in weight are possible due to manufacturing variations in all components. The specifications are generally calculated without rim tape, valves and decals/rim stickers.
The specified delivery time refers to the usual time required to assemble the wheelset and does not reflect the availability of the individual parts.
Scope of delivery:
1x complete wheelset, fully assembled (hubs, rims, spokes and nipples)
1x wheel bag
4x spare spokes including nipples
1x assembly certificate
2x hologram stickers
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