Who it's for

  • Aggressive trail riders seeking maximum grip and tire sidewall support
  • Mountain bikers wanting a dependable, leak-free tubeless experience
  • All-mountain enthusiasts looking for a resilient yet lightweight rim

Who should skip it

  • Weight-conscious climbers prioritizing uphill speed over downhill stability
  • Hard-charging enduro racers frequently riding through sharp, jagged rock gardens
  • Riders who prefer using tires narrower than 2.4 inches

Performance breakdown

Structural Rigidity

6069 alloy construction provides exceptional stiffness for aggressive trail handling.

Excellent

Build Balance

Asymmetrical design creates more uniform spoke tension for a stronger wheel.

Excellent

Tubeless Setup

Secure bead retention makes tire seating straightforward and reliable.

Excellent

Impact Resilience

High-grade alloy withstands harsh rock strikes and technical descents effortlessly.

Excellent

Weight Efficiency

Solid strength-to-weight ratio, though not the lightest option for climbing.

Good

Braking Consistency

Optimized specifically for disc brakes to ensure predictable stopping power.

Excellent

Key Specs

Material

6069 Aluminum

Wheel Diameter

29 inches

Brake Compatibility

Disc brake

Spoke Count

32

Valve Type

Presta

Tubeless Ready

Yes

Weight

567 grams

Intended Use

Mountain biking

Tire Type Compatibility

Tubeless and Clincher

Drilling Type

Asymmetrical

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