R2BIKE Wheelset 29" AM EN | Industry Nine MTB 6-hole hubs Sram XD purple | Duke Fury Jack SLS4 6Ters carbon rims | DT Swiss Revolite spokes
Range of use: All Mountain AM to Enduro EN
With this wheelset, even racers can really let it rip. The indestructible Industry Nine hubs and the superbly crafted Duke rims are forgiving of the occasional riding error, while the well-balanced selection of components guarantees a high level of reliability and a long service life.
Hubs
The Industry Nine Hydra Classic hubs are a real gem on any bike. Developed and produced in Asheville / North Carolina, they set themselves apart from the competition with many small technical refinements. With their externally sealed bearings and stable axles, they are optimally protected against environmental influences and are also ideally equipped for downhill use. Beveled spoke flanges help to reduce the forces on the sensitive spoke heads and thus prevent spoke breakage.
However, the pawl freewheel on the rear hub is revolutionary. It consists of a drive ring with 115 teeth and 6 staggered pawls. These are designed so that as soon as one of them engages, the others can also absorb torque shortly afterwards. This means that a single pawl only has to bear the force alone for a very short time. The big advantage of this system is the extremely short idle travel of 0.52°, which brings significant benefits in technical passages or when pedaling hard. In addition, the fine ratcheting leads to a unique noise level on the wheel.
The maintenance effort is also relatively low. You can disassemble and clean the hub without tools.
Rims
Duke has succeeded in improving the Fury Jack even further compared to the SLS2 version. In doing so, they have once again pushed the seemingly technically possible limits. A 32.3 mm wide rim with a weight of just 441 g and 507 g at 29.9 mm internal width at the rear is a direct challenge to the competition.
How did the French achieve this? They took a closer look at the individual elements of the rim and looked for optimization possibilities. In particular, a new resin was used. This not only made it possible to reduce weight, but also to increase impact resistance. Similar to the SLS2 production process, no post-processing or painting is necessary after production.
The rim flange is designed without hooks and is significantly reinforced. This prevents damage in the event of punctures. In addition, the anti-burp technology prevents the tire from slipping or coming off the rim and thus possible air loss.
The rim has a highly asymmetrical rim profile, which enables a more even spoke angle. This optimization of the spoke angle has a number of advantages. The spoke tension on both sides can be better aligned, which is beneficial to the durability of the spokes and the wheel as a whole. The normally direction-dependent lateral stiffness is also adjusted, making the wheel stiffer in itself.
Duke goes its own way with the "6Ters" concept. The cross-section of the rims is different on the front and rear wheels. At the front, the larger inner width provides more grip and stiffness, while at the rear the focus is on impact resistance and comfort.
The SLS4 6Ters FR rim is intended for the front wheel and is the ideal combination with the RR on the rear wheel.
Spokes
The DT Swiss Revolite spokes combine low weight and durability. During the development process, various versions were extensively tested until the final shape and choice of raw materials were finalized. The result is a cross-shaped cross-section flattened on one side, which is considered the best compromise between the above-mentioned properties. In addition, a special, patented cold forging process ensures that the material is compacted and thus also increases stability. Nevertheless, the spokes can also withstand harder impacts, which makes them ideal for use on mountain bikes.
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 offer a lifetime guarantee against spoke breakage as long as it is not caused by force.
The following services are also included:
You will receive a universal wheel bag for all common sizes.
You will receive a replacement spoke with nipple in all required spoke lengths so that you can repair the wheel quickly after an accident.
You will receive a free initial inspection of the wheel, where the resulting work is completely free of charge. Only shipping costs are incurred.
You get a crash replacement promise: If your wheel is damaged 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:
Range of use: All Mountain AM to Enduro EN
Wheel size: 29"
Rim type: clincher and folding tires
Brake type: Disc brake
Rim material: Carbon
Inner width: 32.3 mm (front wheel), 29.9 mm (rear wheel)
Rim height: 24 mm front, 22 mm rear
Number of holes: front 28 / rear 28
Spokes: Dt Swiss Revolite 2.0 | 2.3 | 1.3
Spoking pattern: front 2-crossed | rear 2-crossed
Axle standard front: 15x110 mm Boost
Rear axle standard: 12x148 mm Boost
Brake rotor mount: 6-hole
Front bearing: 2x industrial bearings
Rear bearing: 4x industrial bearings
Freehub compatibility: 11-speed, 12-speed SRAM XD
Freehub type: 6 pawls, 115 engagement points, 0.52° engagement angle
recommended tire width: 2.1" - 2.6" (53-66 mm)
max. air pressure: max. 2.2 bar (for 2.4" tire width)
maximum system weight: 115 kg (rider, bike, clothing and possibly luggage)
tubeless capable: yes
Valve hole: Presta valve (SV)
Color rim / finish: black / UD carbon satin finish
Color decor: black
Color hubs: purple
Weight according to manufacturer: 1718g - without valves and rim tape
Weight self-weighed: 1714g (set), 760g (front wheel), 954g (rear wheel) - specification with valves and rim tape
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