Santa Cruz Reserve Carbon Wheelset

A hookless bead design creates a stronger, more impact-resistant rim wall because it eliminates the weak point where a traditional hook would be. This design also provides a more consistent tire profile, which improves sidewall support and reduces the likelihood of burping air during aggressive cornering.

Not at all. The redesigned rim bed is specifically engineered to make tubeless installation straightforward, allowing the tire bead to seat easily and securely against the rim walls.

Yes. Because every Santa Cruz Reserve wheelset is hand-built in Colorado, you have the flexibility to select specific hub, spoke, and nipple configurations to match your bike’s drivetrain and your personal riding preferences.

The reinforced spoke holes are designed to prevent spoke pull-through, which significantly increases the overall durability and lifespan of the rim. While this adds structural integrity, it does not negatively impact the vertical compliance or the ride feel of the carbon layup.

Yes, because the wheelset is customizable during the build process, you can specify either 6-bolt or Center Lock disc brake compatibility to match your current braking system.

The Reserve Carbon Mountain Wheelset is available in 29-inch, 27.5-inch, and mixed (mullet) configurations, allowing you to choose the setup that best fits your frame geometry and handling style.