{"title":"Mavic Wheels","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-header\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMavic\u003c\/strong\u003e has been building cycling wheels since 1889 — longer than most other brands have existed. In that time, the French company introduced the first aluminium rim in 1934, served the Tour de France peloton with its iconic yellow neutral service vehicles for decades, and built some of the most recognizable wheel names in the sport: Cosmic, Ksyrium, Comete, Crossmax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection at RA Cycles reflects the full breadth of what Mavic makes: Cosmic and Ksyrium road wheels from entry-level to flagship carbon, Comete and Ellipse track wheels, Crossmax and Crosstrail mountain wheels, and the E-Crosstrail and E-Deemax lines for e-bikes. Whatever you ride, Mavic has a wheel designed for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mavic-allroad-pro-carbon-road-650b-wheelset","title":"Mavic Allroad Pro Carbon Road+ 650b Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Allroad Pro Carbon Road+ 650b Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a simple premise: not every ride stays on clean tarmac, and your wheels shouldn't pretend otherwise. The 650b format is a deliberate choice — a wheel diameter that sits between a standard road 700c and a mountain bike 29er, giving you quicker handling than a larger wheel while rolling over rough surfaces with more composure than a compact 650c setup. On broken country roads, hardpack gravel, or mixed-surface routes where the asphalt runs out mid-ride, that geometry difference is something you feel in real time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMavic has been building wheels since 1889, and their approach to the allroad category reflects that institutional knowledge. This isn't a road wheelset with a gravel sticker applied. The carbon rim construction keeps rotational weight low — which matters more on undulating, punchy terrain than it does on a flat road circuit — while the tubeless-ready interface is designed to handle the varied demands of mixed-surface riding. Run lower pressures, gain traction on loose corners, absorb more road chatter without the constant background noise of a tube under stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMavic builds and assembles their wheels in-house, with consistent spoke tensioning and hub quality that reflects decades of production experience. That heritage shows up not in marketing language but in the way these wheels perform over a full season of hard, varied riding. The Allroad Pro Carbon Road+ is engineered for riders who put in real miles across real conditions — the kind of terrain where reliability and versatility carry more weight than marginal aerodynamic gains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Rim Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon rims reduce rotational mass compared to alloy equivalents, and on terrain that constantly demands acceleration and deceleration — punchy climbs, technical descents, rolling gravel — that difference accumulates across a long ride. \u003cstrong\u003eLower rotational weight means less effort to maintain momentum\u003c\/strong\u003e when the road surface is working against you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e650b Wheel Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 650b format is purpose-built for mixed-surface riding. Paired with wider, higher-volume tires, it delivers a contact patch and rolling behavior that a 700c wheel simply can't replicate at equivalent tire widths. You get the ground clearance and compliance you need without giving up the snappy handling that makes a road-oriented geometry feel alive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad+ Tubeless System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic's tubeless interface is designed to seal reliably and work with the Road+ tire ecosystem — a format that pairs 650b rims with tires around 38mm wide to approximate the overall diameter and gearing of a standard 700x25c setup. That means you can run meaningful air pressure reductions for added traction and comfort without recalculating your entire drivetrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-House Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic designs, builds, and tensions their wheels under one roof. That level of vertical integration allows for tighter quality control at every stage — from spoke bed machining to final tension checks — and it translates to wheels that arrive correctly built and stay that way through extended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allroad Pro Carbon Road+ 650b is for the rider who refuses to plan routes around road quality. If your weekends regularly include gravel sectors, rough tarmac, or routes that cross both, this Mavic tubeless wheelset offers a considered, technically honest answer to mixed-surface riding. It does the work without asking you to compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Shimano \/ SRAM","offer_id":43514255835180,"sku":"LP8942100","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-allroad-pro-carbon-road-650b-wheelset-9166849.jpg?v=1771299792"},{"product_id":"mavic-io-track-tubular-front-wheel","title":"Mavic IO Track Tubular Front Wheel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic IO Track Tubular Front Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e has a record at the Olympics that no other track wheel can match. First introduced in 1996 and refined across multiple generations, the iO has been ridden by Olympic and world champion track racers for nearly three decades — not as a brand partnership exercise, but because it performs. The current generation, built around Mavic's wider elliptical rim and NACA-profiled spokes, is designed for riders competing at the highest level of velodrome racing, where every detail of the wheel's construction has a direct consequence on outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe defining characteristic of the iO is its five-spoke carbon architecture. Each spoke is shaped to a NACA aerodynamic profile — the same cross-section geometry used in aircraft wing design — which reduces drag as air passes over the spoke's surface compared to a round or flat cross-section. The spokes are directional: Mavic marks the hub with an orientation indicator so the wheel is always installed with the spoke geometry aligned correctly relative to the wheel's rotation direction. The spokes vary in depth, starting at 50mm where they meet the rim and deepening to 60mm at the hub. This tapering creates a progressively stiffer structure toward the axle, which Mavic designed to maximize both lateral stiffness and the aerodynamic profile of the full wheel assembly. The construction is monobloc — the rim, spokes, and hub are integrated as a single carbon structure rather than separate components laced together — which eliminates flex points and reduces weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rim itself uses a new wider elliptical shape with a flattened NACA profile. The width increase was driven by the trend toward slightly larger tubular tires among elite track racers: Mavic designed the rim geometry to better integrate 23mm tubulars, which they recommend as the optimal size for aerodynamic benefit on the current iO. The flattened profile improves crosswind stability compared to rounder rim cross-sections — relevant on a velodrome when a rider attacks out of a banked corner at speed. The rim material is woven 3K carbon fiber throughout, which provides the fiber orientation and density Mavic specifies for the stiffness requirements of elite track competition. There is no aluminum braking surface; the iO is a pure track wheel, built without provisions for rim braking because velodrome bikes don't use them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hub uses an aluminum body with a steel axle sized at 9x100mm — the standard quick-release track specification. Bearings are Mavic's QRM cartridge system with automatic setting, designed to minimize rolling resistance and maintain consistent preload without requiring manual adjustment. The cartridge design allows straightforward bearing replacement when service is needed. On a wheel at this price and purpose, bearing efficiency matters: the iO is designed for competition where the difference between a well-maintained and a worn bearing is measurable in the final sprint. Weight for the front wheel is 750g — a figure that reflects the tradeoffs Mavic made toward stiffness and aerodynamic profile in the 5-spoke design rather than chasing the lowest possible number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe iO is tubular only and rated for ASTM category 1 use — road and track surfaces only, no rough terrain, no off-road. Maximum supported system weight is 120kg including the bike. This is a velodrome wheel: it is designed to perform on a smooth, controlled surface in competition conditions, and the design reflects that context without compromise. The front wheel ships with a wheel cover, a valve extender, and the M6 support washer and bolt hardware needed for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt $5,100, the Mavic iO is not a purchase that requires justification to casual observers — it is the wheel a serious track racer reaches for when the competition warrants it. It has been on more Olympic podiums than any comparable product in the category, and the current generation updates the already-proven platform with the wider rim and NACA spoke profiles that the latest competitive demands require. For riders who race the velodrome at a level where equipment matters, there is a reason the iO has remained the reference point in track wheels for nearly thirty years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705679314988,"sku":"F7074101","price":5100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-io-track-tubular-front-wheel-8115016.jpg?v=1771299729"},{"product_id":"mavic-ksyrium-sl-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Ksyrium SL Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing in the footsteps of the Ksyrium Elite and Ksyrium Pro, the \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Ksyrium SL Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is the latest version of a lineage that's defined high-performance aluminum road wheels for years. Mavic built it as a single wheelset that can handle daily training mileage and weekend races without asking a rider to compromise between the two — light enough to feel quick, durable enough to hold up to real road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is made from Maxtal, an aluminum alloy exclusive to Mavic that the brand states offers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than conventional 6106 alloy, and it's manufactured in Mavic's own aluminum rim factory in France. Mavic's ISM4D machining process removes material between spoke holes while keeping the rim wall thick where spoke tension and stress run highest, bringing the finished rim down to roughly 400 grams. That construction makes the Ksyrium SL Disc about 120 grams lighter than the previous Ksyrium Elite UST Disc it replaces in the lineup. Fore technology keeps the upper rim bridge solid rather than drilled, which removes the need for rim tape and saves roughly 30 grams per wheel on top of the weight already saved elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-butted spokes carry a patented elliptical shape that Mavic states can save up to 5 watts through reduced drag, and they're laced in a two-cross pattern with brass nipples. At 22mm deep and 19mm internal width, the rim supports Mavic's updated UST Road tubeless system, and a reshaped rim bed makes mounting and removing tubeless tires noticeably easier than older tubeless setups that fight the installer the whole way. The rim is rated for tires from 23mm up to 62mm wide, which covers everything from a fast road tire to a wider all-road setup on the same wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Infinity hub platform controls spoke tension and lateral stiffness more precisely than earlier hub designs, and it's paired with the Instant Drive 360 freewheel and QRM Auto automatic bearing preload for quick engagement and bearings that don't need periodic adjustment. The Ksyrium SL Disc is engineered specifically for disc brakes with a Center Lock-only rotor interface, running on 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles that convert to quick release with optional adapters. The freehub ships standard for Shimano HG road, with separate conversion kits available for SRAM XD, Shimano MS, and both Campagnolo ED and N3W drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic rates the wheelset to ASTM Category 2 — road riding and light off-road use with jumps under 15 centimeters — and to a combined bike-and-rider system weight of 120 kilograms. That combination of specs positions the Ksyrium SL Disc as a wheelset built for a rider who wants one dependable set for everything from weekday training rides to weekend club races, without needing a separate lightweight race wheel and a separate durable training wheel to cover both jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43808027377708,"sku":"P1336155","price":949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-ksyrium-sl-disc-wheelset-2441301.jpg?v=1771294212"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-ultimate-45-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic Ultimate 45 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic Ultimate 45 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is Mavic's top-tier road disc wheelset, built entirely in the company's carbon workshop in Annecy, France — the same facility where Mavic has been producing wheels for nearly a century. The Cosmic name has run through their lineup for decades, and the Cosmic Ultimate represents what that manufacturing depth currently produces at its highest level. At approximately 1,260g for the pair (575g front, 685g rear), the 45 Disc occupies the point where aero depth and weight meet without the compromises that come from going deeper or lighter in isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eR2R: Rim-to-Rim Carbon Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Cosmic Ultimate's defining structural characteristic is R2R (rim-to-rim) technology. Rather than conventional spokes laced through hub flanges and tensioned with nipples, each carbon spoke runs continuously from one edge of the rim to the other, passing through the hub body as a single uninterrupted element. Twenty of these bonded spokes per wheel create a monobloc assembly in which rim, spokes, and hub form one integrated structure. The bonding process eliminates the mechanical interfaces that shift or loosen in traditional lacing, and removes tension variation across the spoke bed that comes from nipple-based systems. Each wheel is built by hand in Annecy from over 70 individual carbon components — a process that takes considerably longer than traditional wheel building and results in a structure with fixed geometry and consistent stiffness from rim edge to rim edge. The trade-off is that these wheels require Mavic factory service rather than trailside adjustment, which is a real constraint for training wheels but a reasonable one for race use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e45mm NACA Profile and UD² Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 45mm rim uses a NACA-inspired cross-section — geometry derived from the airfoil profiles developed by the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics for aircraft wing design. Applied to a rim, this shaping manages airflow across the profile at varying yaw angles, maintaining aerodynamic efficiency in conditions that are rarely perfectly headwind. The external surface carries the UD² finish: exposed unidirectional carbon fiber oriented for the surface layer specifically, giving the rim its visual character while preserving the stiffness properties of the underlying layup. At 23mm internal width, the rim is matched to tire widths of 28mm and above — the 28mm minimum is where the rim-to-tire transition delivers the aero benefit that the profile is engineered around. The rim is undrilled: no spoke holes in the rim bed means no rim tape is required. Mount a tubeless tire, add sealant, and the tire seals directly against the carbon surface. Mavic's UST standard, developed in-house, is the same airtight system that has been in the lineup since the late 1990s. Maximum tire pressure runs 51–80 psi depending on tire width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstant Drive 360 and QRM Auto Hubs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe carbon\/aluminum hybrid hubs use Mavic's QRM Auto sealed bearings, which incorporate an internal preload mechanism that adjusts automatically as bearing surfaces wear — maintaining consistent rolling resistance without requiring periodic manual preload adjustment. The freehub uses Instant Drive 360 engagement, a system in which a large number of drive points are distributed around a full ring rather than spaced pawls. The increased contact points reduce the rotational distance between drive pickup and engagement, minimizing the gap between when power is applied and when the wheel drives forward. A large contactless rubber seal at the freehub body reduces friction between the cassette body and the hub shell. Thru-axle compatibility is 12×100mm front and 12×142mm rear, with Centerlock disc interface. This listing ships in HG11 (Shimano\/SRAM 11-speed) freehub configuration; other freehub bodies are available separately for different drivetrain standards. Maximum system weight (rider and bike combined) is 120kg \/ 264 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt $5,989, the Cosmic Ultimate 45 Disc sits at the top of the road disc wheel market. It's built for riders for whom the construction method — bonded carbon monobloc, UST without tape, French handbuilding — carries as much weight as the final specification sheet. The 45mm depth gives meaningful aero benefit at road race speeds while remaining manageable in most wind conditions, and the R2R structure delivers a ride quality that reflects what Mavic's Annecy facility does when given the latitude to build without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148662316,"sku":"P00129903","price":5989.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-ultimate-45-disc-wheelset-5629922.jpg?v=1771294155"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-slr-45-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SLR 45 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SLR 45 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e occupies a specific and demanding position in the carbon wheel market: light enough to climb without penalty, deep enough to carry speed on open roads, and tubeless-ready without the usual setup friction. At 45 mm of rim depth, this is a wheelset sized for versatility — not a pure time trial weapon, not a climber's featherweight, but a fast, capable road wheel that earns its place on race day and holds up through long training blocks.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Mavic built the rims from 100% unidirectional carbon using their UD² laminate process, a construction method that prioritizes fiber orientation for a measured balance of stiffness and weight. That 45 mm profile sits in a depth range that pulls in two directions at once: enough rim height to generate meaningful aerodynamic advantage at pace, while remaining manageable in crosswind conditions that would punish a deeper section. The 23 mm internal width reflects the industry's shift toward wider tires — the kind that offer lower rolling resistance and better compliance on imperfect road surfaces without requiring you to give anything back on speed.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The detail that defines this wheel within Mavic's lineup is the Fore Carbon tapeless rim bed. Rather than drilling spoke holes through the rim floor and covering them with tape, Mavic engineered the rim to maintain a sealed, structurally continuous bed. No tape means no tape failure, no re-taping after a season of use, and a cleaner tubeless setup from the first install. It reduces one of the more persistent frustrations in tubeless maintenance and trims weight in the process. It's the kind of considered engineering that distinguishes a well-built wheel from one that's simply well-marketed.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapeless Tubeless Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fore Carbon tapeless rim bed keeps the inner rim floor structurally intact — no drilled holes means no tape to install or maintain. Tubeless setup is more reliable and more consistent, and it stays that way across the life of the wheel rather than degrading as rim tape ages or shifts.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUD² Carbon Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic's unidirectional carbon laminate process is designed to align fiber orientation for an optimized balance of stiffness and weight. The result is a rim intended to transfer power efficiently without unnecessary mass — relevant whether you're accelerating out of a corner on a criterium circuit or pushing tempo on a long road ride.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile 45 mm Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forty-five millimeters is an aerodynamic depth that works across a wide range of riding conditions. It generates enough rim height to hold speed on flat and rolling terrain while stopping well short of the depth that makes crosswind management a full-time job. For riders who train and race on varied courses, that balance matters.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Internal Width for Modern Tires:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 23 mm internal width is built for the tire sizes that performance road riding has converged on — 28 mm and 30 mm tires that roll faster and absorb road vibration better than the narrow rubber that used to dominate. Running a wider tire on this rim doesn't require compromise; the geometry supports it by design.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc-Specific Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braking load on a disc wheel is transmitted through the hub rather than the rim, which allows Mavic to optimize the rim structure without accounting for braking surface wear or heat. The disc-specific build supports consistent, confident braking in wet conditions — an advantage that becomes apparent when descending in variable weather.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The Cosmic SLR 45 is a wheelset for riders who race seriously and train at a level that demands equipment their wheels can keep up with. \u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful engineering details — the tapeless rim bed, the UD² carbon construction, the wide internal channel\u003c\/strong\u003e — add up to a disc tubeless wheel that performs without demanding constant attention. If you want a fast, reliable carbon road wheelset that works as hard in training as it does on race day, this is a considered choice.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148826156,"sku":"P00129403","price":2729.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-slr-45-disc-wheelset-8607804.jpg?v=1771294154"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-slr-32-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SLR 32 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SLR 32 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e occupies a particular spot in the carbon wheel market that most riders eventually come looking for — a wheel deep enough to hold speed on open roads, light enough that climbs don't punish you for your equipment choices, and stiff enough to respond when you put real power down. At 32 mm of rim depth, the Cosmic SLR 32 is not chasing aero glory. It's built around range, around the rides where the route changes character every twenty minutes and you need a wheel that changes with it.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Mavic constructs the rims from 100% carbon fiber using their Fore Carbon tapeless process — an approach that integrates the spoke bed directly into the rim body, eliminating the need for rim tape. For tubeless setup, that means a cleaner, lighter seal and a more reliable interface between tire and rim over the long term. The system runs on Mavic's UST road tubeless standard, which is designed to seat and seal without the workarounds that tape-dependent wheels often require. The 21 mm internal width is a genuinely modern dimension here, supporting 28 mm and wider tires in a way that older, narrower rims simply can't — better tire profile, more stable cornering, and improved rolling efficiency when pressure comes down.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The hub is where Mavic has put serious engineering effort. The Infinity hub at the rear runs their Instant Drive 360 freehub mechanism, a design intended to reduce the dead angle between pedal input and rear wheel engagement. Whether you're accelerating out of a tight corner or responding to a move on a punchy climb, that near-immediate pickup is the kind of detail that reveals itself in feel long before it shows up in numbers. QRM Auto bearing preload self-adjusts over time to maintain consistent rolling resistance as bearings wear — so the wheels roll as well in their second season as their first. Thru-axle compatibility is built in at 12×100 front and 12×142 rear, with quick-release adapters included.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTape-Free Tubeless Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fore Carbon tapeless rim construction integrates the spoke bed directly into the carbon structure, removing the tape layer that most tubeless wheels depend on. This creates a more reliable seal with Mavic's UST system and reduces the number of variables that can cause tubeless failures over time — particularly useful on longer, more remote rides where a slow leak is more than just an inconvenience.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-Rim Geometry for Modern Tires:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 21 mm internal width is designed to work with 28 mm and wider road tires at their intended profile, rather than pinching them into a shape the manufacturers didn't intend. \u003cstrong\u003eLower pressures become viable\u003c\/strong\u003e, grip improves through corners, and rolling resistance drops — all without adding rotating weight.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Drive 360 Engagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic's freehub mechanism is built to minimize the angular gap between when you push the pedals and when the rear wheel responds. On group rides where accelerations are sharp and frequent, or in hilly terrain where momentum comes and goes, that responsiveness reduces the small inefficiencies that accumulate over the course of a hard ride.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Adjusting Bearing Preload:\u003c\/strong\u003e QRM Auto is a bearing preload system designed to maintain consistent tension as the bearings wear in. Most hub bearings require manual adjustment over time to prevent play or excess drag from developing — this system compensates automatically, keeping the rolling character of the wheel stable across its service life.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Axle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thru-axle standards are built in at both ends, with quick-release adapters in the box for frames that require them. That flexibility means the Cosmic SLR 32 disc wheelset moves between bikes and build configurations without requiring a separate hub swap or adapter purchase.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The Mavic Cosmic SLR 32 Disc is a carbon tubeless road wheel built for riders who want one set that handles the full range of what road cycling actually looks like — variable terrain, mixed conditions, rides where you're not sure what the last hour will demand. It rewards technically curious riders who want to understand why their equipment works, and it suits those who run wider tires and tubeless setups as a matter of course rather than novelty. This is a well-considered all-rounder from a brand that has been building wheels for a very long time.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148858924,"sku":"P00128803","price":2729.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-slr-32-disc-wheelset-1362996.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-sl-65-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SL 65 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SL 65 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is Mavic's deep-section aero disc road wheel — 65mm of 100% unidirectional carbon, disc brake only, tubeless ready from the factory. At $1,789, the Cosmic SL 65 brings together a NACA-profiled rim with the full Mavic hub platform: Infinity hubs, Instant Drive 360 freehub engagement, and QRM Auto sealed bearing preload. Mavic has been building road wheels in Europe since 1889, and the Cosmic line represents the top of their road disc offering for riders who want real aero depth with the brand infrastructure — parts, conversions, serviceability — to back it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rim is 100% unidirectional carbon at 65mm deep, shaped using a NACA-derived cross-section profile. NACA profiling — borrowed from aircraft wing design — optimizes the rim's aerodynamic efficiency across a range of wind angles, not just head-on. The result is a wheel that generates less drag in crosswind conditions than a blunt-edged rim at the same depth. At 23mm internal width, the Cosmic SL 65 accommodates modern 25–32mm tires with a clean tire-to-rim transition and supports both tubeless and standard clincher setups. The rim's reduced rotational inertia makes the wheel quick to accelerate — meaningful in criteriums, sprints, and the repeated accelerations of a road race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInfinity Hubs and Instant Drive 360\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Infinity hub design uses a non-contact spoke lacing geometry that eliminates spoke-to-spoke friction and movement under load. Spokes run at an angle that keeps them from touching at crossings, which removes the minor flex and noise that builds up on conventional lacing patterns over time. Spoke length is identical front and rear, and the system is designed for tool-free spoke access — a practical advantage for riders who service their own wheels or race frequently enough that a roadside spoke replacement is a realistic scenario. Instant Drive 360 is Mavic's freehub engagement mechanism: a contactless rubber seal keeps friction low while a broad range of end caps makes the hub compatible with multiple axle standards. The wheelset ships with a Shimano HG freehub body and includes quick-release axle adapters for 9x100mm front and 9x135mm rear — conversion kits for SRAM XD, Campagnolo ED and N3W, and Shimano MicroSpline are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eQRM Auto Bearings and UST Tubeless\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eQRM Auto — Qualité de Roulements Mavic — is Mavic's sealed cartridge bearing system with automatic preload adjustment. The bearings are double-sealed with C3 internal clearance and self-adjust over time to maintain consistent spin without requiring manual intervention. In practice, this means the hubs feel the same at two years of use as they do when new, without regular bearing service. Mavic co-developed the UST (Universal Standard for Tubeless) standard, and the Cosmic SL 65 is built to it. Rim tape is pre-installed; the UST-spec bead seat and rim bed produce a consistent, reliable tubeless setup that doesn't require the compatibility research a third-party conversion does. Tire range runs from 25mm to 62mm width; Mavic recommends a minimum of 28mm for this rim. Maximum tire pressure is 80 psi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe wheelset runs 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles, with the included adapters covering QR conversion for both wheels. Maximum system weight — rider and bike combined — is 120kg. The Cosmic SL 65 Disc is designed and manufactured in Europe and is eligible for Mavic's lifetime warranty. For a disc brake road rider building a deep-section aero setup that holds up over seasons of use, the Cosmic SL 65 is a complete, well-engineered answer at its price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148891692,"sku":"P00093403","price":1789.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-sl-65-disc-wheelset-1242508.jpg?v=1771294154"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-sl-45-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SL 45 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SL 45 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e carries one of the most recognizable names in road cycling into the disc-brake era — built on over a century of Mavic wheel engineering and decades of Cosmic-specific development that began on the roads of the Tour de France. Mavic has been building cycling products since 1889, and the Cosmic line has been a fixture in professional road racing since the 1990s, its deep-section profile a regular sight at the front of the peloton. The SL 45 Disc is Mavic's current expression of what the Cosmic should be for the majority of road cyclists: a 45mm carbon wheelset that is genuinely aerodynamic, tubeless-ready from day one, and versatile enough to cover race days, long training rides, and variable conditions without requiring a second set of wheels for everything the deeper, heavier race options can't handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is 100% unidirectional carbon fiber, 45mm deep with a 23mm internal width — a profile wind tunnel tested to find the depth that balances aerodynamic drag reduction against real-world crosswind manageability. At 45mm, the SL 45 moves air meaningfully more efficiently than shallower wheels at road race speeds while remaining controllable in the variable conditions that make a deeper rim a liability rather than an advantage for most riders on most days. The straight extra-flat constricted steel spokes run in a 2-cross pattern front and rear, contributing to the aerodynamic efficiency by minimizing each spoke's own drag profile while maintaining consistent airflow across the wheel. The 23mm internal width opens the door to tire widths from 28mm up to 64mm, making the SL 45 an appropriate platform for a 30mm race-tuned road tire and equally suited to a 40mm mixed-terrain setup without any configuration change beyond swapping tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's UST — Universal Standard for Tubeless — predates most of what the road wheel industry now calls \"tubeless-ready,\" and the implementation here is more complete than the term implies. The rim tape ships pre-installed on the wheel, and the hooked ETRTO 622x23TC standard provides a reliable seal with UST-compatible and most tubeless-ready road tires without the sealant-heavy trial-and-error that looser tubeless setups can require. Running tubeless at the widths this rim supports allows you to drop tire pressure meaningfully below what a tubed clincher setup would safely sustain at the same width — which directly reduces rolling resistance, improves traction in corners, and absorbs road vibration over long distances. The pressure range spans 47 PSI for the widest tire sizes down to 80 PSI for narrower road setups, covering the full range of tubeless road applications within the rim's design limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum Infinity hub is the engineering center of the wheelset. Mavic designed the hub geometry so that front and rear spoke lengths are identical — a detail with real implications for spoke tension consistency and the wheel's long-term ability to stay true under sustained load. The spoke lacing is non-contact, eliminating the friction noise that spoke crossings can produce under hard pedaling effort. Instant Drive 360 is the freehub system: a large contactless rubber seal achieves low-friction engagement with minimal parasitic drag, and the wide range of compatible end caps and sold-separately freehub bodies gives the rear hub genuine compatibility across Shimano HG road (the default), SRAM XD, Shimano MicroSpline, and both Campagnolo freehub standards. The QRM Auto bearing system self-adjusts its own preload continuously, maintaining optimal spin and eliminating play over time without requiring the rider to diagnose or service bearing preload manually — a long-term maintenance advantage that becomes meaningful after the first two or three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt $1,789, the Cosmic SL 45 Disc is built for riders who want genuine aerodynamic performance, a complete tubeless system, and hub engineering designed to stay in service reliably — not a wheelset that trades long-term durability for marginal weight savings. The 1,555g total weight — 720g front, 835g rear — is competitive for a 45mm disc-brake carbon wheelset on aluminum hubs. Mavic backs the Cosmic SL 45 with lifetime warranty eligibility. For riders upgrading stock alloy wheels on a disc road bike, or specifying a new disc build that needs to cover the full range of road riding with a single wheelset, the SL 45 Disc delivers a coherent, well-integrated answer rather than a collection of individually optimized parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148924460,"sku":"P00143703","price":1789.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-sl-45-disc-wheelset-9488682.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-sl-32-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SL 32 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SL 32 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the climbing end of Mavic's carbon road wheel lineup — a 32mm disc wheelset built around a 100% unidirectional carbon rim designed to minimize rotational weight and respond immediately when you stand out of the saddle. At $1,789, it's Mavic's accessible entry into their carbon disc road range, carrying the same core hub technology as the higher-tier SLR models while prioritizing low weight over outright aerodynamic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rim is the starting point. At 32mm deep with a 21mm internal width, it uses a NACA-inspired cross-sectional profile — a rim shape borrowed from aerospace airfoil research that Mavic applies to reduce drag at the wheel's depth. At 32mm, the aerodynamic benefit is modest relative to a 45mm or deeper profile, but the trade-off is intentional: a lighter, shallower rim carries less rotational inertia, which means faster acceleration out of corners and more responsive changes in pace on rolling terrain. The 21mm internal width is optimized for 25–32mm tires run tubeless, where the wider bead seat improves tire shape and lowers required pressure for better traction and compliance. Rim tape comes pre-installed; UST tubeless valves are included but need to be seated separately before your first ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt 1,495g for the pair — 690g front, 805g rear — the Cosmic SL 32 competes well for a full-carbon disc road wheelset at this price. Mavic builds the wheel with flat double-butted spokes, 24 front and 24 rear, straight-pull in a 2-cross lacing pattern. The flat profile reduces drag and saves weight compared to round spokes; the double-butting adds compliance without sacrificing stiffness at the hub and rim interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hub design carries Mavic's Infinity geometry, which establishes a spoke lacing pattern where spokes remain non-contact at the crossing points and front and rear spoke lengths are identical across the wheelset. Non-contact lacing eliminates the spoke-on-spoke noise that can develop under hard efforts with traditionally laced wheels, and identical spoke lengths simplify tensioning during truing. Axle standards are 12×100mm front and 12×142mm rear on a centerlock disc interface — quick-release adapters are available separately from Mavic but not included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFreewheel engagement runs through Mavic's Instant Drive 360 system. A contactless rubber seal keeps friction low while maintaining consistent engagement, and Mavic's wide end cap selection means the system is adaptable across multiple freehub standards via conversion kits. The wheelset ships with an HG road freehub body for Shimano and SRAM HG 11-speed compatibility. Separate conversion kits for Shimano MS, SRAM XDR, and Campagnolo ED and N3W standards are sold by Mavic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBearings are Mavic's QRM Auto sealed cartridge system — double-sealed with C3 internal clearance and an automatically self-adjusting preload mechanism. The self-adjusting preload means the bearing feel stays consistent over time without manual intervention, which addresses the gradual loosening or over-tightening that can affect conventionally adjusted hubs through seasonal use. The wheel is ASTM Category 2 rated (road and offroad with jumps under 15cm) and carries lifetime warranty eligibility from Mavic. Designed and manufactured in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eTire pressure range runs from 55 PSI maximum on a 62mm tire to 97 PSI maximum on a 23mm tire — wide enough to cover pure road tubeless setups down to light gravel use on the wider end. The hooked rim bed (ETRTO 622×21TC) is compatible with standard UST tubeless tires. For climbers and riders on rolling or mountain road courses who want a carbon disc wheelset that accelerates cleanly and doesn't demand much maintenance, the Cosmic SL 32 makes a direct case at its price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868148989996,"sku":"P00142203","price":1789.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-sl-32-disc-wheelset-6263284.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-s-42-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic S 42 Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic S 42 Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is Mavic's entry point into full-carbon disc road wheels, built to bring the Cosmic name's aero and climbing reputation down to a more accessible price. At $1,369.00, it's positioned as a versatile all-around road wheel rather than a specialist aero or climbing build, aimed at riders who want one wheelset capable of undulating terrain, sustained climbs, and fast descents alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is 100% carbon fiber, 42mm deep with a 21mm internal width and a hooked bead profile, built to Mavic's UST tubeless-ready standard so tires seat and hold pressure without needing a separate tubeless conversion kit. That internal width is wide enough to support modern 25-32mm road tires at higher volume, which Mavic designed to improve grip and cornering confidence over a narrower rim. The 42mm depth is Mavic's middle ground for road riding: enough profile for aero benefit and stability at speed, without the weight or crosswind sensitivity of a much deeper rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic builds the hub around its Instant Drive 360 freehub system, which the company designed for light weight and low rolling friction, paired with QRM Auto bearings that self-adjust preload to stay smooth over time without regular servicing. The aluminum hub shell uses a Center Lock-only disc mount and a 12x100mm front, 12x142mm rear thru-axle setup, convertible to quick-release with separately sold adapters. This build's stock freehub is set up for Shimano and SRAM 11-speed drivetrains, and Mavic also sells conversion kits for SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline, and Campagnolo freehub bodies if a rider's drivetrain changes later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpokes are steel, laced 24 front and rear in a crossed-2 pattern with black steel nipples. \u003c!-- VERIFY: Mavic's own site describes these spokes as both \"flat\" in marketing copy and \"round, bent radius\" in its technical spec table — confirm actual spoke profile before publishing --\u003e Weight comes in at 775 grams for the front wheel and 885 grams for the rear, for a 1,660 gram pair, hand-assembled in Europe. Mavic rates the wheelset for a combined rider and bike weight up to 120 kilograms, and for road and light off-road use with jumps under 15 centimeters, which covers gravel-adjacent riding on a road or all-road bike without pushing into true mountain bike territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wheelset for road riders who want a genuine step up to full carbon and disc-specific engineering without paying for a dedicated aero or climbing wheel, and who ride a mix of terrain where one versatile wheelset makes more sense than two specialized ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868149055532,"sku":"P00079003","price":1369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-s-42-disc-wheelset-7426109.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-cosmic-sl-40-rim-brake-wheelset","title":"Mavic Cosmic SL 40 Rim Brake Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Cosmic SL 40 Rim Brake Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for road riders who want full-carbon performance without abandoning their rim brake frames. That's a specific brief, and Mavic takes it seriously — these aren't disc wheels with a brake track attached as an afterthought. The Cosmic SL 40 was engineered from the ground up for rim braking, with a dedicated iTgMax carbon brake track, a 40mm NACA-profile rim tuned for all-around road performance, and an aluminum Infinity hub platform with Instant Drive 360 freehub engagement. The pair weighs 1,600g. At $1,949, this is the current-production carbon rim brake wheel from a brand that has been building Cosmic wheels for over three decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe defining technology is iTgMax — Integral Glass Transition Temperature — and it describes both how Mavic constructs and how they finish the brake surface. The inner rim bed is built up with multiple layers of seamless carbon fiber laid in a one-piece contour without cutting fiber runs, a construction method that preserves structural integrity through the brake zone. The brake track is then laser-machined to a precise surface texture designed to shorten stopping distances in both dry and wet conditions. A specific heat treatment process makes this, by Mavic's account, among the most durable carbon rim brake surfaces in production. Each wheel ships with carbon-specific brake pads included. For riders who have dealt with inconsistent heat dissipation or grabby feel from other carbon rim surfaces, the iTgMax track is the reason to consider these wheels specifically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rim is 40mm deep with a NACA-inspired profile measuring 19mm internal width and 26mm external. The 40mm depth occupies the all-rounder range: enough to hold speed on flat and rolling terrain without the handling liability that deeper sections introduce on exposed climbs or in crosswinds. The 19mm internal width supports tires from 23mm to 62mm, and the rim bed is UST tubeless-ready — designed to accept Mavic's tubeless setup without the fitment headaches that plagued earlier hookless and deep-bed designs. The new rim bed geometry introduced with this generation was specifically engineered for easier tire mounting and changes. Rim tape comes pre-installed, a UST valve is included, and the wheel arrives ready to run tubeless with sealant. Tube-type clincher tires work equally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hubs run Mavic's Infinity design on aluminum bodies, with QRM Auto self-adjusting bearing preload on double-sealed cartridge bearings with C3 internal clearance. QRM Auto continuously maintains correct preload without manual tuning, which keeps bearing feel consistent over time. The rear freehub uses Instant Drive 360 engagement, built around a large contactless rubber seal to keep friction low while delivering fast pickup when you push out of the saddle. Spoke lacing at the rear follows Mavic's Isopulse pattern — radial on the drive side, crossed two on the non-drive side — a geometry that maximizes drive-side dish and balances spoke tension between the left and right flanges. The front runs fully radial. Spoke count is 18 front and 24 rear, with straight-pull bladed steel spokes and ABS black nipples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Cosmic SL 40 runs quick release axles only — 9x100mm front, 9x130mm rear — making it a direct-fit replacement for standard rim brake road hubs. It ships with a Shimano HG road freehub body; optional driver bodies sold separately convert to SRAM XD, Shimano HG Light, Shimano Microspline, or Campagnolo. Maximum supported weight is 120kg including bike. These wheels are designed and engineered at Mavic's facility in Annecy, France, and built by hand in their European carbon factory. For riders on rim brake road bikes who want a wheel built explicitly for that setup — not a converted disc design, not a holdover from a previous generation — the Cosmic SL 40 is a direct answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868149121068,"sku":"P1327155","price":1949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-sl-40-rim-brake-wheelset-6388046.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-ksyrium-sl-rim-brake-wheelset","title":"Mavic Ksyrium SL Rim Brake Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Ksyrium SL Rim Brake Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e carries a name that's meant something in aluminum road wheels for years, following the Ksyrium Elite and Ksyrium Pro before it. This version is built as an all-rounder — a wheelset for riders who want dependable, everyday performance on a rim-brake bike rather than a specialty aero or climbing wheel for race day only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is where most of the engineering shows up. Mavic mills the rim using their ISM4D process, which removes excess material between each spoke hole while leaving the wall thick where spoke tension and stress actually concentrate — the result is a rim that comes in around 400 grams despite the material cut away. Combined with their Fore construction, which leaves the upper rim bridge undrilled and threads the spoke nipples directly into a pushed-up lower bridge, the rim stays stiff without needing rim tape, saving additional weight per wheel. Mavic states the complete Ksyrium SL comes in 100 grams lighter than the previous Ksyrium Elite despite using a wider rim — 22mm deep and 19mm internal width, aluminum, made in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spokes are double-butted with a patented elliptical aero shape, which Mavic says accounts for roughly 5 watts of efficiency savings over a round spoke at speed. Lacing follows Mavic's Isopulse pattern — radial on the drive side, crossed twice on the non-drive side — which balances spoke tension between the two flanges better than a symmetrical lacing pattern would on a dished wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Infinity hub platform handles power transfer, built around a stiff aluminum axle and non-contact spoke lacing that stays quiet under load. The Instant Drive 360 freewheel gets you from coasting to pedaling with minimal lag, and QRM Auto bearings are sealed cartridges that self-adjust preload over time instead of needing a manual retightening. The wheelset ships set up for Shimano HG road cassettes, but the freehub converts to SRAM XD-Road, Shimano MS, or Campagnolo ED\/N3W with the corresponding driver body sold separately — useful if you switch drivetrains down the line without needing new wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a UST tubeless-ready wheelset, Mavic's own tubeless standard designed to seal cleanly without an aftermarket conversion kit, though it also runs tubed tires if that's your preference. Tire compatibility spans 23mm to 62mm, with recommended max pressure around 97 psi on the narrower end and 55 psi at the widest, and the wheel carries an ASTM category 2 rating for road riding and light off-road use with jumps under 15cm. Maximum recommended system weight is 120kg including the bike. Each wheelset ships with a quick release skewer and a UST valve you'll mount before setting up tubeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a rim-brake rider who wants a wheel that holds up to daily miles without needing constant attention — no truing every few months, no rim tape to replace — the Ksyrium SL is built around exactly that kind of reliability, with enough weight savings and stiffness to still feel quick on a Saturday group ride or a longer solo effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":43868149186604,"sku":"P1329155","price":949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-ksyrium-sl-rim-brake-wheelset-2094976.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-allroad-sl-carbon-disc-wheelset","title":"Mavic Allroad SL Carbon Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Allroad SL Carbon Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is Mavic's flagship carbon gravel wheel — built to move fast on open tarmac, absorb what rough gravel and dirt roads throw at the rim, and handle everything in between without requiring a wheel swap. The positioning in Mavic's lineup is intentional: above the aluminum-rimmed Allroad SL and the Allroad S Carbon, this is the build for riders who want genuine carbon depth and weight savings without compromising tubeless performance or mixed-terrain capability. At 42mm deep with a 25mm internal width, these are also unusually deep for a gravel application. Most gravel wheel manufacturers top out at 30–35mm to manage crosswind sensitivity; Mavic's choice to run deeper signals where they intend the SL Carbon to be ridden — on fast, open terrain where aerodynamics make a real difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMavic has been building wheels in Annecy, France since 1920, and the Allroad SL Carbon reflects that manufacturing depth applied to a relatively new discipline. The rims are 100% unidirectional carbon fiber — not a carbon\/alloy hybrid or a wrapped construction — with an optimized layup Mavic calls Aero Wide Rim Technology. The 42mm section delivers aerodynamic advantage on faster gravel and road surfaces that a shallower rim profile simply can't match, while the 25mm internal width broadens that benefit: a wide hookless bead flares a mounted tubeless tire into a more rounded profile, improving both aero efficiency and stability under cornering load. The carbon construction also balances lateral stiffness with the vertical compliance that gravel riding demands — the rim absorbs shocks and vibrations rather than transmitting them directly to the rider. At 1,550 grams for the complete pair (720g front, 830g rear), the build is efficient without being precious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe bead interface is hookless, running Mavic's UST (Universal Standard for Tubeless) system — a standard Mavic helped develop for mountain bikes in the 1990s before adapting it to road and gravel applications. On the Allroad SL Carbon, the hookless bead creates an airtight seal without an additional tape layer; rim tape comes pre-installed from the factory, and a UST valve is included. UST enables lower tire pressures across the full 30–64mm tire range, translating directly to more traction and vibration absorption on mixed terrain. Maximum pressure on a 64mm tire is 36 psi; on a 30mm tire that climbs to 59 psi. Tubetype tires are also compatible using Mavic tubeless tape. The hookless architecture itself contributes to compliance — the rim can flex slightly under a sharp impact rather than transferring the full force to the rider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hubs are Mavic's Infinity design — a spoke lacing system built around equal spoke lengths front and rear and a non-contact pattern that eliminates the spoke noise under load common to traditional lacing. Both wheels are laced with 24 of Mavic's own double-butted steel aero spokes in a 2-cross pattern, with black aluminum nipples. The freehub is Instant Drive 360, Mavic's current freewheel generation, which uses a large contactless rubber seal to reduce friction while maintaining durability. It ships with a Shimano HG road freehub body and converts to SRAM XDR, Shimano Microspline, or Campagnolo N3W\/ED via separate kits — a broader compatibility range than most gravel wheels at this price carry as standard. Bearing preload is handled by QRM Auto (Qualité de Roulements Mavic Auto): double-sealed cartridge bearings with C3 internal clearance and automatic preload adjustment that stays precise without periodic manual tuning. The oversize axle dimensions reinforce the lateral stiffness the wide rim geometry sets up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAxle compatibility is 12×100 front and 12×142 rear thru-axle, with adapters available separately for quick-release conversion. Mavic rates the Allroad SL Carbon for ASTM Category 2 use — road and offroad with jumps under 15 cm, maximum system weight of 135 kg including the bike. These are gravel race and fast adventure wheels, not enduro builds; they perform precisely in that range. The Centerlock disc interface is the only brake option. 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Mavic engineered it for riders who want one wheelset that handles rough pavement, loose gravel, and the terrain in between without swapping equipment depending on the road surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim itself is built from Maxtal, an aluminum alloy exclusive to Mavic that Mavic states offers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than conventional 6106 alloy. Mavic's ISM4D rim shaping directs that material where it needs to be for strength while trimming it everywhere else, and the rim joint uses Mavic's SUP welding process — the seam is arc-welded, then milled smooth rather than left as a raw weld. A Black Shield finish, combining anodizing with a protective paint layer, adds impact and scratch resistance for the rock strikes and debris that come with riding off pavement. At 25mm internal width and a 22mm rim height, the hookless profile is designed for tubeless tires from 30mm up to 64mm, which covers everything from a road-oriented setup to a wide gravel tire without changing wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Fore technology is what makes the tubeless setup work without rim tape: instead of drilling straight through the rim bed for each spoke, the lower rim bridge is pushed inward and threaded so spoke nipples screw in directly, leaving the upper bridge solid and airtight. That construction saves roughly 30 grams per wheel versus a taped setup and adds stiffness at the rim bed for accelerations. The wheels lace with straight-pull, aero-profile stainless steel spokes in a two-cross pattern, and Mavic's Infinity hub design keeps spoke length identical front and rear with contactless lacing, which cuts down on noise under load and simplifies maintenance since there's no tool needed to true or service the wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the hub, Mavic's Instant Drive 360 freewheel uses a large contactless rubber seal to cut friction while still sealing out dirt and moisture, and the automatic QRM Auto bearing preload keeps the cartridge bearings spinning smoothly without periodic adjustment. The hubs ship with a Shimano HG road freehub standard and Center Lock disc brake mounts, running on 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles that can convert to quick release with separately sold adapters. Riders on SRAM XD, Campagnolo, or other drivetrains aren't locked out either — Mavic sells conversion kits for SRAM XD, Shimano HG light road, Shimano MS, and both Campagnolo ED and N3W freehub standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete set weighs 1,655 grams (773 grams front, 882 grams rear), light enough to notice on a climb without sacrificing the durability a mixed-terrain wheel needs. Mavic rates the wheelset to a combined bike-and-rider weight of 135 kilograms and to ASTM Category 2 use — road and off-road riding with jumps under 15 centimeters, which covers everything from a gravel century to rougher singletrack sections without pushing into full mountain bike territory. 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It's Mavic's alloy tubeless wheelset for gravel rides, road rambles, bikepacking trips, and daily commutes where the surface underneath you can change without warning, and it comes in about 100 grams lighter than the wheelset it replaced in Mavic's lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is Mavic's proprietary Maxtal aluminum alloy, SUP-welded for a clean, consistent joint, with a 22mm internal width that's wide enough to properly support tubeless tires from 28mm road-plus sizes up to 64mm gravel and adventure tires. That range means one wheelset can reasonably cover a road-to-gravel setup or a dedicated bikepacking build without needing a second set for different terrain. Mavic's Fore technology attaches the spokes without drilling through the upper rim bed, which means no rim tape is needed — that saves about 30 grams per wheel and removes one of the more failure-prone steps in a tubeless setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUST tubeless compatibility is the real payoff here: running lower tire pressure on a properly sealed tubeless setup improves comfort and grip on rough or loose surfaces, reduces rolling friction compared to a tubed tire, and adds real pinch-flat protection when you clip something unexpected. Mavic also builds in a bit of engineering nuance most riders won't see but will feel — the Fore construction keeps the rim's upper bridge solid, which adds lateral stiffness, while the rim and spoke combination still flexes enough vertically to take the edge off rough pavement and washboard gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wheelset uses Mavic's Infinity hub design, with spoke lacing tuned for controlled tension and efficient power transfer, and the Instant Drive 360 freewheel paired with QRM Auto automatic bearing preload — a sealed cartridge system that holds its adjustment without periodic maintenance. Rotor mounting is Center Lock only. The front hub is a 12mm thru-axle that converts to 15mm or quick release, and the rear is a 12x142mm thru-axle that converts to quick release, giving it reasonable flexibility across different frame standards. The rear freehub is available with a Shimano HG or SRAM XD-Road body, with a Campagnolo option available through a separate conversion kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic rates the wheelset for a combined rider-and-bike weight up to 120kg (about 264 lbs), and finishes it with a matte-painted hub, hidden rim welds, and black spokes for a clean look that doesn't call attention to itself. 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Mavic designed the Allroad specifically for rugged, adventurous riding, and the range of tires it accepts — from 28mm road tires up to 64mm off-road rubber — reflects a wheel meant to move between very different kinds of terrain rather than specializing narrowly in one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is built from S6000 aluminum using a sleeved joint construction, a method that keeps weight down while maintaining the structural integrity a disc brake wheel needs without the continuous machined braking surface a rim brake wheel requires. Internal width comes in at 23mm with a 22mm rim depth, dimensions tuned to support wide gravel and adventure tires properly rather than a narrower road-oriented profile. The rim is UST Road Tubeless compatible, meaning it's built to a consistent tubeless standard with factory-installed tape and a proper valve seat, so setup is more predictable than aftermarket tubeless conversions on non-UST rims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Instant Drive 360 freehub handles power transfer at the rear, using a large contactless rubber seal that keeps friction low without the drag of a traditional sealed contact seal, and a wide range of interchangeable end caps that make the hub compatible across multiple drivetrain and axle standards. The bearings run on Mavic's QRM Auto system — cartridge bearings with preload that adjusts automatically, so the hub maintains a smooth, play-free spin over time without a mechanic manually redialing bearing tension the way a standard cup-and-cone or fixed-preload cartridge setup would need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAxle compatibility is genuinely broad here: the hubs run a 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axle standard, and Mavic includes quick-release adapters, so the same wheelset works on a thru-axle gravel frame or an older quick-release frame without buying a separate wheel. Disc brake mounting is equally flexible, with both 6-bolt and Center Lock rotor compatibility built into the hub rather than forcing a single mount standard. That combination of axle and rotor flexibility means the Allroad Disc can move between bikes more easily than a wheel locked to one axle or rotor standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpokes are 24 straight-pull, laced 2-cross front and rear — a pattern that balances stiffness with a bit of give over rough terrain, rather than the stiffer radial lacing typically reserved for road-only wheels. Total weight lands around 1,890 grams, with the front wheel at roughly 870 grams and the rear at 1,020 grams — reasonable for an alloy wheel built to handle the abuse of gravel and dirt riding rather than optimized purely for climbing weight. For a rider building a do-it-all adventure or gravel bike, or someone who wants a wheelset that can move between a road bike and a gravel bike depending on axle and rotor setup, the Allroad Disc covers a wider range of use cases than most wheels at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s) \/ 6 Bolt","offer_id":43868149579820,"sku":"P8698155","price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s) \/ CenterLock","offer_id":43868149612588,"sku":"P8699155","price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-allroad-disc-wheelset-9467634.jpg?v=1771294153"},{"product_id":"mavic-comete-tubular-track-wheel","title":"Mavic Comete Tubular Track Wheel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Comete Tubular Track Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e was not designed to work in most conditions — it was designed to work in one. The velodrome is a controlled environment, and that control creates an opportunity to optimize every variable without compromise. No potholes to absorb, no crosswinds to survive, no terrain to negotiate. Just banked turns, smooth boards, and the pursuit of the fastest possible lap. The Comete is Mavic's answer to what a track disc wheel should be when there are no concessions left to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe full lenticular profile is the first thing you notice, and it tells you everything about the wheel's intent. That convex, disc-spanning shape isn't aesthetic — it's aerodynamic architecture. By eliminating the turbulent wake that open-spoke wheels create, the lenticular body allows air to flow cleanly around the wheel at velodrome speeds. For pursuits, team sprint, and flying lap events, where holding a tight aerodynamic position through every corner is as important as raw power output, that clean airflow translates directly into maintained velocity. The Comete doesn't just help you accelerate — it helps you stay fast once you're there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eMavic's construction approach here centers on \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-modulus carbon fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e, laid unidirectionally and built over a structured core. The result is a disc that prioritizes stiffness above all else, which is exactly the right priority for track racing. Flex in a disc wheel is wasted energy — a slight lateral give under hard pedaling that absorbs watts before they reach the road. The Comete is engineered to prevent that. The tubular rim bed adds to the picture: a tubular tire glued to a full-carbon surface creates a smooth, low-profile interface that contributes to both aerodynamics and the planted, predictable feel that track riders depend on when leaning through the boards at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMavic Comete Tubular Track Wheel Specs at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"specs_at_a_glance\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscipline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velodrome \/ track racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full lenticular disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTire Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tubular\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-modulus unidirectional carbon fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full disc, convex lenticular body\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim Bed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-carbon tubular rim bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front and rear sold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLenticular Disc Aerodynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The convex full-disc profile eliminates the turbulent air disturbance generated by spoke-based wheels, allowing clean laminar flow around the entire wheel at high velodrome speeds. 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The glued tubular sits flush and low-profile against the rim, reducing aerodynamic interruption at the tire-rim junction and providing the firm, confident contact patch that track riders rely on through banked corners at speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMomentum Retention Through Velodrome Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lenticular flanges and overall disc mass distribution are intended to contribute to rotational inertia — the flywheel effect that helps maintain speed through corners and on the straights between hard efforts. 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Mavic built the Ellipse around a flip-flop rear hub, which means the same wheelset that handles a track session can be flipped to run a freewheel for street use, rather than requiring separate wheels for each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is built from Maxtal, an aluminum alloy exclusive to Mavic with a higher strength-to-weight ratio than conventional aluminum alloys, shaped to a 30mm depth with a SUP-welded joint — the seam is arc-welded and then milled smooth rather than left as a raw weld, which keeps the rim true and durable over time. Unlike a pure velodrome-only wheel, the Ellipse's rim includes Mavic's black Exalit brake track, so it works with rim brakes for riders who want a brake for street use, while still functioning as a proper brakeless track wheel on the boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wheels lace with 20 bladed, straight-pull steel spokes on both the front and rear, a spoke count and style built for the stiffness and quick acceleration track riding demands. Both hubs use aluminum shells and steel axles with QRM+ sealed cartridge bearings, which keep the wheel spinning smoothly with minimal maintenance — a real advantage for a wheel that's likely to see frequent use in both training and commuting. The rear hub's flip-flop design puts a fixed cog on one side and threads for a freewheel on the other, so a rider can run the wheel fixed for track work and flip it to freewheel for casual riding without needing a second wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic rates the Ellipse for clincher tires between 23mm and 32mm wide, giving enough range to run a narrower tire for pure speed on the track or a slightly wider tire for comfort and grip on city streets. The complete set weighs approximately 1,895 grams, a reasonable weight for a durable, do-it-all track and street wheelset rather than a stripped-down, ultralight racing-only build. The wheelset ships with Mavic rim tape and a lockring included, though not pre-installed, and it takes a French-threaded lockring — worth noting if you plan to ride fixed-fixed, since you'll need to source a second lockring for the non-drive side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wheelset for a rider who wants genuine velodrome capability without giving up the flexibility to ride the same wheels on the street — a track racer or trainee who also commutes or rides casually on a fixed-gear or single-speed setup, and who'd rather own one durable, well-built wheelset than two specialized ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43868151578668,"sku":"P7850110","price":739.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-ellipse-track-wheelset-3916385.jpg?v=1771294152"},{"product_id":"mavic-e-crosstrail-sl-carbon-29-wheelset","title":"Mavic E-Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mavic E-Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is built from the ground up for electric mountain bikes — not adapted from a standard trail wheel design, but engineered specifically for the demands of e-MTB motors, e-MTB system weights, and the sustained power delivery that electric-assist riding creates. The design premise is direct: a wheel that handles the additional torque loads a motor introduces while reducing inertia enough to keep acceleration responsive. Carbon rims, a reinforced spoke pattern, and Mavic's updated Infinity hub system address those requirements together. The pair weighs 1,725 grams — competitive for carbon e-MTB wheels — and carries Mavic's ASTM Category 4 certification for enduro and trail use, the strength standard that accounts for the additional mass and impact forces of electric-assist bikes on technical terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rims are 100% carbon fiber with a unidirectional (UD) fiber external layer, built to a 25mm depth with a 30mm internal width. The profile is hookless and asymmetric — the asymmetric shape compensates for the off-center spoke geometry that disc brakes and boost axles create, distributing spoke tension more evenly across both flanges than a symmetrical profile allows under load. The hookless bead seat accommodates both traditional tubed tires and tubeless-ready setups; Mavic ships the wheels with rim tape pre-mounted and a UST tubeless valve included, so tubeless setup requires no additional supplies from the workshop. The 30mm internal width supports tires from 52mm through 76mm, covering everything from a 2.2-inch trail tire to a wide 3-inch option for loose or technical terrain. Maximum tire pressure is 34psi at narrower widths and 28psi at the wider end of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe spoke architecture is where the E-Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 diverges most clearly from standard trail wheel design. The wheels use 28 threaded, three-cross steel spokes front and rear — a lacing pattern chosen specifically for the lateral stiffness demands of e-MTB use. E-bike motors deliver torque instantaneously and at sustained levels that exceed what leg power alone produces; spoke patterns that work well on conventional trail bikes can develop tension imbalances or flex under that load more readily than a three-cross pattern does. The threaded connection at the rim adds stability compared to press-fit spoke interfaces, particularly under the cyclical stress that trail riding with motor assist creates. ASTM Category 4 certification means the wheels have been tested to the enduro and trail standard — the same benchmark used for non-electric trail bikes that ride the same terrain, adjusted for the additional system weight and torque of e-MTB applications. 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Bearings use Mavic's QRM Auto technology: sealed cartridge units with C3 internal clearance and automatic preload adjustment. The self-correcting preload maintains consistent bearing feel over time without manual service intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAxle standards are 15x110mm front and 12x148mm rear — the boost spacing used on essentially all current trail and enduro platforms. Default freehub compatibility covers Shimano Micro Spline and SRAM XD; a Shimano HG MTB aluminum or steel freehub body is available as a separate conversion kit. Brake interface is available in either 6-bolt or Center Lock disc configurations. Each wheel ships with rim tape pre-installed, a UST tubeless valve, two replacement spokes per wheel, and a multifunction adjustment wrench with the rear wheel. 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These tubeless-ready wheels feature reinforced Maxtal® aluminum rims with advanced technologies like Pinch Flat Protection (PFP), FORE tapeless tubeless system, ISM weight-saving machining, and Black Shield impact protection for ultimate resilience.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The asymmetric, 30 mm internal width rim (22 mm height) supports low tire pressures for added comfort and traction, while three-dimensional welding ensures structural integrity. Equipped with Instant Drive 360 freehub and QRM Auto bearing preload technology, the hubs ensure rapid engagement and low maintenance. Available with both 6-bolt and CenterLock disc interfaces, and compatible with Shimano HG, SRAM XD, or Micro Spline freewheel options, this wheelset includes UST valves, spare spokes, and essential service tools for trail-side readiness.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSpecs at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maxtal® aluminum, SUP welded, asymmetric rims with Black Shield finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 mm internal width, 22 mm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless System:\u003c\/strong\u003e FORE tapeless technology—no rim tape needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e PFP sidewall for pinch flat resistance, ISM machining to reduce weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpokes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 straight-pull, steel, same-length spokes front and rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHubs \u0026amp; Bearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instant Drive 360 freehub; QRM Auto sealed cartridge bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-bolt or CenterLock disc mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreehub Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano HG, SRAM XD, Micro Spline\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e UST valves, spare spokes, multi-tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (claimed):\u003c\/strong\u003e Front approx. 960 g; Rear approx. 1,110 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Support Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approx. 180 kg system weight (bike and rider)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrail-Proof Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e PFP and Black Shield coating guard against cuts, impacts, and abrasion—especially under e-MTB torque loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Tubeless Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e FORE tapeless design simplifies mounting and ensures robust bead retention without rim tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability \u0026amp; Traction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 mm internal width allows lower tire pressures without compromising control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Power Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instant Drive 360 ensures fast hub engagement; QRM Auto bearings keep things smooth and low-maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Ride:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes all key accessories—spare spokes, UST valves, and multi-tool—for trail-side serviceability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eMavic E-Deemax S 29 Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prime choice for e-MTB riders seeking a fusion of strength, simplicity, and trail performance. 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The rim is Maxtal, Mavic's proprietary aluminum alloy, shaped with a 30mm internal width and 22mm depth in an asymmetrical hooked profile that Mavic sizes at 584x30TC. It's tubeless-ready through Mavic's Fore tapeless technology, which seals the rim bed at the spoke holes and removes the need for rim tape — one less point of failure and one less thing to maintain trailside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the hub, Mavic uses its Infinity hub design with non-contact spoke lacing paired with an Instant Drive 360 freehub. Instant Drive 360 relies on a large contactless rubber seal rather than a traditional pawl system, so engagement happens essentially the moment you put power through the pedals — noticeable on technical climbs where a motor-assisted bike can put down power abruptly out of a switchback. QRM automatic-preload bearings with C3 clearance keep the hub running smoothly under load, and the wheelset is available with a Shimano MS or SRAM XD freehub body, in either 6-bolt or Center Lock disc mount, with a 15x110mm front axle and 12x148mm Boost rear axle. Twenty-eight straight-pull, extra-flat steel spokes are laced in a crossed-3 pattern front and rear with black brass nipples. The pair comes in at 1,965 grams — 890g front, 1,075g rear — which is not a lightweight number by trail-wheel standards, and that's by design: this wheel is built to carry load, not shave grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat load-carrying is the whole point of the E-Deemax S 27.5. Mavic validated the hub to a 180kg total system weight, accounting for bike, rider, and gear, which matters on an e-MTB where the motor and battery already push the bike's own weight well past a standard trail bike before a rider even gets on. The rim's joint is arc-welded and then milled down for a smooth, even finish rather than left with a raised seam, and the rim carries a Black Shield treatment that Mavic says doubles its resistance to impact and scratching. ISM machining removes material from the rim in the areas that don't need it structurally, which is how Mavic keeps the wheel from getting heavier than it has to be while still reinforcing the areas that take the brunt of e-MTB loads and impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the trail, that combination shows up as a wheel that can take a hard case-to-flat rim strike or a heavy landing without going out of true the way a standard trail wheel might under the added weight and torque of an e-bike. The 30mm internal width supports tire widths in the 52-76mm range (roughly 2.05 to 3.0 inches), and running tubeless at the recommended 36-43 psi maximum lets you drop pressure for grip and puncture resistance on rough, technical terrain without the rim bottoming out against rocks and roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wheelset built specifically for e-mountain bikes taking on aggressive, heavy-load terrain — not a general trail or cross-country wheel pressed into e-bike duty. 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Mavic built the e-Crosstrail SL around that reality, reinforcing the hubs and rim for e-MTB use while keeping the wheelset light enough to still feel responsive on technical trail and enduro terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is Maxtal aluminum, an alloy Mavic uses specifically because it offers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than standard 6106 alloy, at a 30mm internal width and 22mm height. Rather than drilling the rim for spoke nipples, Mavic uses their FORE construction — the lower rim bridge is pushed up and threaded so the nipples screw directly into it, which keeps the rim stiffer and stronger where it takes the most abuse. The rim joint itself is arc-welded and then milled smooth (Mavic calls this SUP welding), and a Black Shield coating on top is meant to double the rim's resistance to stone impacts and scratches — the kind of trailside damage that ends a ride early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Infinity hubs handle the power side of the equation, built with non-contact spoke lacing that stays quiet under load and reinforced specifically to handle the higher torque an e-bike motor puts through the wheel. The Instant Drive 360 freewheel is the detail that matters most in technical riding — quick, consistent engagement means less lag between a pedal stroke and the wheel responding, which counts on technical climbs where hesitation costs you your line. QRM Auto bearings round out the hub, with sealed cartridges that self-adjust preload over time rather than needing regular manual tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a UST tubeless-ready wheelset — Mavic's own tubeless standard, engineered to seal reliably without a separate tubeless conversion kit. Tire compatibility runs from 52mm to 76mm, which covers most trail and enduro tire widths, with recommended max pressures around 43 psi on the narrow end and 36 psi at the widest. The wheelset carries an ASTM category 4 rating, meaning it's built and tested for enduro and aggressive trail riding, not just cross-country use. Total weight for the pair comes in at 1,975 grams — 906g front, 1,069g rear — which is a reasonable number to carry the max recommended system weight of 150kg (bike included), a spec that matters more on an e-bike where total weight tends to run higher than a standard mountain bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHub compatibility covers Shimano MS and SRAM XD MTB freewheel standards, with 6-bolt or Center Lock disc mounting and front\/rear axle sizing of 15x110mm and 12x148mm, both common on current e-MTB platforms. 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Mavic built this wheelset around its e-MTB-specific reinforcements, aiming for a wheel that holds up to enduro and trail riding at the higher loads an e-bike generates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is built from Maxtal, an aluminum alloy exclusive to Mavic that the brand states offers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than conventional 6106 alloy, shaped with Mavic's ISM rim technology to put material where the rim needs strength and trim it everywhere else. Mavic pairs that with its patented FORE and PFP technologies, additional reinforcement aimed specifically at the extra stress e-bike torque and weight put through a rim — the kind of load a standard trail wheel isn't necessarily built to absorb. A Black Shield finish, combining anodizing with a protective coating, roughly doubles the rim's resistance to rock strikes and scratches from trail debris. The rim itself measures 30mm internal width and 22mm in height with an asymmetric profile, built as a hooked, tubeless-ready design compatible with tires from 52mm up to 76mm wide. The rim joint uses Mavic's SUP welding process, where the seam is arc-welded and then milled smooth rather than left as a raw weld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Infinity hub design here is specifically reinforced for e-bike use, built to handle the extra power transfer an e-bike motor adds without sacrificing the contactless spoke lacing that keeps the wheel quiet under load and identical in spoke length front and rear. The wheels lace with straight-pull steel spokes in a three-cross pattern, 28 per wheel, and Mavic's Instant Drive 360 freewheel uses a large contactless rubber seal to keep friction low while sealing out dirt and moisture on the trail. QRM Auto bearing preload keeps the sealed cartridge bearings spinning smoothly without periodic adjustment. Boost spacing puts the front hub at 15x110mm and the rear at 12x148mm, and the hubs accept either a 6-bolt or Center Lock disc brake mount. The stock freehub runs Shimano Microspline or SRAM XD MTB standards, with separate conversion kits available for riders who need to switch to a Shimano HG freehub body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete set weighs 1,843 grams (868 grams front, 975 grams rear) — heavier than a non-motorized trail wheelset by design, since an e-bike's added weight and torque call for more structure rather than less. Mavic rates the E-Crosstrail SL to ASTM Category 4, the classification covering enduro and aggressive trail riding, and to a combined bike-and-rider system weight of 150 kilograms, giving real headroom for the weight of an e-bike itself plus a rider and gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Europe, this wheelset is built for e-MTB riders logging real trail and enduro miles rather than casual pavement commuting — someone who needs a wheel that can absorb the extra torque and weight of a motor-assisted bike through rock gardens, root sections, and repeated hard braking without flinching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ XD Driver \/ 6 Bolt","offer_id":43868151873580,"sku":"P00114605","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Microspline \/ CenterLock","offer_id":43868151906348,"sku":"P00114807","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-e-crosstrail-sl-275-wheelset-1061540.jpg?v=1771294151"},{"product_id":"mavic-crosstrail-sl-carbon-29-wheelset","title":"Mavic Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor riders who've been waiting to put carbon wheels on a trail or all-mountain build without the anxious restraint that comes with owning fragile, expensive rims, the \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a different kind of case. Mavic rates these wheels to ASTM Category 4 — the enduro and trail standard — and backs them with a lifetime warranty, which says something specific about their confidence in the construction. At 1,690 grams for the pair (745g front, 935g rear), they're competitive in weight among carbon trail wheels, but the engineering priorities here go beyond the scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rim is built from 100% carbon fiber with a UD external layer — what Mavic calls UD2 — with a lower profile that reduces rotational inertia without, according to Mavic's testing, compromising impact resistance against roots and rocks. The internal width measures 30mm, which positions the rim well for 2.3\" to 2.5\" trail tires: wide enough to support the sidewall properly and give the tire a squared-off profile for better cornering traction, but not so extreme that it limits tire options. The rear rim is asymmetric, which addresses the uneven spoke tension that comes from the asymmetrical flange spacing on modern boost rear hubs. By offsetting the rim bed, Mavic can equalize tension across both sides of the rear wheel, which improves lateral stiffness and reduces the risk of spoke fatigue over time. Spoke count runs 24 at the front and 28 at the rear, with straight-pull, extra-flat, constricted steel spokes — the butted profile removes weight in the mid-section while the antirotation feature on the nipples resists unwinding under load. Lacing is crossed 2 at the front and crossed 3 at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hub system is where the Crosstrail SL Carbon separates from more basic options in the trail wheel category. Mavic's Infinity hub design uses non-contact spoke lacing to eliminate the spoke-on-spoke contact that causes creaking under load on conventional crossed lacing. Front and rear spokes share the same length, and the system uses a tool-free spoke replacement approach — both details that matter more after a few seasons of trail use than they do on a spec sheet. QRM Auto bearings (Qualité de Roulements Mavic Auto) are double-sealed cartridge bearings with C3 internal clearance and an automatic preload adjustment mechanism that maintains consistent roll quality as the bearings wear in, without requiring periodic manual adjustment. The freewheel uses Mavic's Instant Drive 360 system — a wide contact-ring design with a contactless rubber seal that delivers fast engagement with low friction. The wheel ships with a Shimano HG MTB aluminum freewheel body; SRAM XD is available as an option. Both boost thru-axle standards are supported out of the box (15x110 front, 12x148 rear), with conversion kits sold separately for 9mm QR or Fox\/RockShox Torque Cap compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eTubeless setup is straightforward. Mavic ships the Crosstrail SL Carbon with rim tape already mounted, reducing the setup process to installing the included UST valve, mounting the tire, and adding sealant. The rim uses a hooked bead (ETRTO 622x30TC) with the tight dimensional tolerances of Mavic's UST standard, which seats most quality tubeless tires reliably. The supported tire range runs from 52mm minimum width to 76mm maximum, covering the 2.3\" to 2.6\" tires that most trail riders use. Maximum tire pressure is 43 PSI at minimum tire width and 36 PSI at maximum width. Disc brake compatibility covers both 6-bolt and Center Lock standards. Each wheel ships with two replacement spokes; the rear wheel includes a multi-function adjustment wrench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt $2,049, the Crosstrail SL Carbon 29 is a significant investment in a trail build. The lifetime warranty and ASTM Category 4 rating together address the central concern most riders have about committing to carbon under hard conditions — Mavic is certifying these for enduro and trail use, not just light trail or cross-country. 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Where Mavic's XC-focused wheels chase every gram, the Crosstrail SL takes the opposite approach — a wider, tougher aluminum rim built to survive hard hits and stay round through a season of aggressive trail riding. At 1,980 grams for the pair (888g front, 1,092g rear), it's noticeably heavier than a cross-country wheelset, and that weight buys durability where trail and enduro riders actually need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is Mavic's proprietary Maxtal aluminum alloy, SUP-welded for a consistent joint, and shaped with a 30mm internal width and 35mm external width at a 25mm depth — wide enough to properly support the bigger tires trail and enduro bikes run. Mavic's ISM4D machining trims material from the rim where it doesn't add strength, and a Black Shield coating protects the rim surface from the scrapes and rock strikes that come with rougher terrain. The hookless rim profile is tuned for tires from 52mm to 76mm wide, with a pressure range that tops out around 43 psi on the narrower end of that range and drops to 36 psi on wider tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Mavic technologies do the real work here. Fore construction seals the upper rim bridge and threads the lower bridge directly for spoke access, which means no rim tape, a cleaner tubeless setup, and the ability to true a spoke without stripping the tire off. PFP — Pinch Flat Protection — reinforces the rim edge with a wider contact surface that absorbs roughly 20 percent more impact energy before it risks a pinch flat or tire cut. That matters most exactly where trail and enduro riders push it: running lower tire pressures for grip on rough, technical terrain, where a standard rim edge is more likely to bottom out against a rock or root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic builds the wheelset around its Infinity hub, using QRM Auto bearings that maintain preload automatically in a sealed cartridge, and the Instant Drive 360 freewheel for fast engagement when you need power down immediately after a technical section. The rear hub is available with a Shimano HG MTB, Shimano Microspline, or SRAM XD freehub body, and the wheelset comes in either 6-bolt or Center Lock rotor mounting. Axle spacing is Boost — 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear — with separate adapter kits available to convert down to 9x110 front, 9x141 rear, or up to a 15x31mm Torque Cap front axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crosstrail SL is rated to a combined rider and bike weight of 135kg (about 297 lbs), and it ships with a couple of replacement spokes for trailside repairs. 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You notice the weight the moment you lift the bike. You feel the stiffness the first time you sprint out of a switchback. And on a long day of technical singletrack, you stop noticing the wheels at all — which is exactly the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim design is worth understanding. A 30 mm internal width is generous for an XC-specific wheelset, and that's deliberate. Wider internal dimensions allow a modern XC tire to assume a rounder, more supported profile — the kind that corners predictably and absorbs chunk without folding underfoot. The asymmetric hookless bead works directly with Mavic's UST tubeless architecture, which has been refined over decades into something that actually works without ceremony. Seat the bead, add sealant, ride. The system is designed to hold pressure reliably across the kind of variations a race day or a long backcountry loop will throw at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the hubs, Mavic's Instant Drive 360 engagement system is the mechanism that makes this wheelset feel alive under power. The near-zero engagement gap between pedal stroke and forward drive matters most where the terrain is steep, loose, and unforgiving — the precise moments when a dead spot in the drivetrain costs you traction or momentum. Boost axle spacing throughout — 15×110 mm front, 12×148 mm rear — provides the lateral stiffness that a light carbon rim needs to stay honest under hard cornering loads. Available in XD Driver and Microspline freehub options, the Crossmax SL Ultimate 30 is compatible with the full range of current 12-speed drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Construction at Race Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The full-carbon rim and hub shells allow Mavic to reach sub-1,400 g without sacrificing the structural integrity a technical XC course demands. Rotational weight reduction at this level translates directly into faster acceleration out of corners and reduced fatigue across long race distances — the kind of gains that compound over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 mm Asymmetric Hookless Rim:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wider internal width encourages modern XC tires to run at lower pressures with a more stable, controlled casing shape. The asymmetric profile helps equalize spoke tension between the drive and non-drive sides of the rear wheel, which improves durability and spoke load distribution under hard efforts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Drive 360 Engagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic's freehub mechanism is designed to eliminate the lag between pedal input and rear wheel response. On steep, technical climbs where body weight and traction are constantly shifting, \u003cstrong\u003enear-instant engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e means you can dab a foot, reset, and immediately transfer power without losing momentum to mechanical delay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUST Tubeless Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mavic's UST standard was purpose-built for tubeless — not retrofitted. The hookless bead seats securely and is designed to hold an airtight seal with less effort than systems that rely on a tight mechanical hook. The result is a setup process that is reliable and repeatable, race after race.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoost Axle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 15×110 mm front and 12×148 mm rear Boost spacing widens the hub flange stance, increasing lateral stiffness in both wheels. On a carbon rim this light, that added structural rigidity keeps handling precise under the kind of off-camber, high-speed loads that expose weaker wheelsets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crossmax SL Ultimate 30 is built for riders who approach XC racing or fast trail riding with a high level of seriousness — those who understand what a well-engineered wheelset actually contributes to performance and aren't interested in carrying a gram more than they have to. 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It's a premium alloy wheelset built specifically to close the gap to carbon in weight and stiffness, and at 1,655 grams for the pair — 765g front, 890g rear — it gets close enough that most riders won't notice the difference on the trail. This is a 29-inch-only wheelset, built for XC and down-country riders who want a genuine performance upgrade without stepping up to a carbon wheelset's price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is made from Mavic's proprietary Maxtal aluminum alloy, which the brand claims offers a better strength-to-weight ratio than standard 6106 alloy, joined with SUP welding for a consistent, durable seam rather than a riveted joint. Mavic's ISM4D machining process removes material from the rim in the areas that see less structural stress, trimming weight without cutting into the strength the rim needs elsewhere — and a Black Shield coating protects the machined surface against scratches and impacts from rock strikes and rough singletrack. The rim carries a 25mm internal width in a hookless profile, tuned for modern XC tubeless tires in the 2.1 to 2.3-inch range, with a tire and pressure range that runs from a 30mm-wide tire at up to 59 psi down to a 64mm-wide tire at 36 psi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic's Fore technology is the detail that sets this rim apart from a standard tubeless setup. Instead of drilling through the rim bed for spoke access, Fore pushes the lower rim bridge up from the inside and threads it so spokes screw in directly, leaving the upper rim bridge fully sealed. That means no rim tape — which saves roughly 30 grams per wheel — and no risk of a bad tape job compromising your tubeless seal. It also means spokes can be accessed and adjusted from the tire side without pulling the tire and rim strip off completely, a real advantage if you're truing a wheel trailside or in a race pit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMavic builds the Crossmax SL S around its new Infinity hub, which the brand redesigned to be lighter while using a revised spoke lacing pattern aimed at improving stiffness and power transfer without adding noise under load. Engagement comes from the Instant Drive 360 freewheel, a double-ratchet system built for a fast, direct response when you're accelerating out of a corner or punching over a ledge. Bearings use Mavic's QRM Auto system, which automatically maintains preload in a sealed cartridge to keep rotation smooth without the periodic adjustment older cup-and-cone hubs required. 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The rim, spokes, and hub all use full carbon monobloc construction, and the complete wheelset comes in at roughly 1,185 grams — 520g up front, 665g out back — putting it in genuine climbing-wheel territory despite the aero shaping. For a tubular wheelset at this price point, that combination of low weight and race-proven stiffness is the whole appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 40mm elliptical rim profile sits at what Mavic considers the sweet spot for road racing — deep enough to cut through the air at speed, shallow enough to stay stable and predictable in crosswinds and technical descents. The tire bed uses a hole-free carbon construction, which lets Mavic keep the rim both lighter and structurally stronger than a drilled design would allow. Carbon spokes tie the rim to the hub, giving the wheelset a direct, responsive feel under hard accelerations — the kind of stiffness that shows up when you stand up to sprint or dig into a climbing effort out of the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngagement comes from Mavic's QRM+ hub system, which uses sealed cartridge bearings and precision machining to keep rolling resistance low and maintenance straightforward. The rear hub runs Mavic's FTS-L freehub body, compatible with Shimano and SRAM 11-speed drivetrains (HG11), and is built to deliver crisp, immediate power transfer the moment you put pressure on the pedals. Both wheels use quick-release axles, keeping the wheelset compatible with the rim-brake road bikes it was designed around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a tubular wheelset, the Cosmic Carbone Ultimate asks more of the rider than a clincher setup — tires need to be glued or taped to the rim rather than simply mounted — but the payoff is a lighter overall wheel-tire system and a distinctive ride feel that many racers still prefer for its road buzz and rolling character at speed. Mavic includes carbon-specific brake pads with the wheelset, a detail worth knowing since standard alloy-rim pads aren't compatible with the carbon braking surface and can compromise stopping power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wheelset built for riders who race or ride hard on rim-brake road bikes and want a genuinely competitive, all-around wheel rather than a specialist climbing or aero setup. The Cosmic Carbone Ultimate splits the difference well enough that it's equally at home in a hilly road race, a flat criterium, or a fast weekend group ride, which is exactly the versatility Mavic engineered it for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mavic","offers":[{"title":"HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":44154907230252,"sku":"MAVICCOSCARBULTTUBHG11","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/mavic-cosmic-carbone-ultimate-tubular-rim-brake-wheelset-4474483.jpg?v=1771293677"},{"product_id":"mavic-comete-road-tubular-rim-brake-wheel","title":"Mavic Comete Road Tubular Rim Brake Wheel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMavic Comete Road Tubular Rim Brake Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e has a lineage built entirely around the clock. Time trial and triathlon racing demand a specific kind of honesty from equipment — there are no wheels to shelter behind, no drafting dynamics to blur the numbers. Every second is yours to gain or lose, and the wheel beneath you either helps or it doesn't. Mavic built the Comete around that reality: a full carbon tubular designed for riders who measure performance in split times and treat aerodynamic efficiency as non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe deep-section lenticular profile is the defining structural choice here. That shape — thick through the centre, tapering cleanly at the tyre bed — is optimised to reduce aerodynamic drag at the cross-wind angles most commonly encountered during actual racing conditions, not just tunnel-ideal zero-yaw testing. The rim is constructed from 100% unidirectional carbon fibre, which orients the fibre strands for maximum stiffness along the load path. 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In time trial and triathlon contexts — where sustained speed over distance is the objective — this profile is intended to reduce the effort required to hold race pace, letting you direct more of your output into the clock rather than into overcoming air resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnidirectional Carbon Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Building the rim from 100% unidirectional carbon fibre means the material is oriented to handle the specific stress paths generated during hard pedalling and sprinting. The structure is designed for stiffness without unnecessary weight, so the rim responds immediately to power input rather than storing and releasing energy — an important quality for time trial efforts where consistent, measurable output matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExalith 2 Brake Track:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laser ablation of the carbon brake surface creates a texture that improves friction between pad and rim, particularly in wet conditions where standard carbon can feel inconsistent under braking. The process also reduces the surface wear that can compromise rim integrity over time, meaning the Comete is designed to hold its performance characteristics across extended racing seasons — not just race day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubular Tyre Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tubular construction allows for lower tyre pressures relative to the rim weight, contributing to ride quality that remains responsive without harshness on longer efforts. The tyre-to-rim interface on a tubular setup is also inherently secure under lateral load, which matters in criterium and circuit racing where cornering forces are a factor alongside outright speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Comete is built for the rider who competes against the clock — triathletes, time trialists, and circuit racers running rim brake setups who need a deep-section tubular wheel that holds up in variable conditions and delivers under real race pressure. The Exalith 2 surface removes one of the traditional compromises of carbon rim brake wheels, and the lenticular profile does its job without ceremony. 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The Ksyrium name has been part of road cycling for decades, and Mavic has spent that time refining what a well-built aluminium road wheel should feel like. This iteration is purpose-built for disc brakes — not a rim-brake design with the braking surface quietly removed, but a wheelset developed from the ground up around disc-specific geometry and thru-axle standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisc brakes change the engineering equation for a rim. Without the thermal load and mechanical wear of rim braking, the rim profile can be optimised purely for ride quality, stiffness, and aerodynamics. Mavic leans into that here, producing a tubeless-ready construction that handles modern road conditions with minimal fuss. Whether you're deep into long training blocks, riding through unpredictable weather, or pushing into weekend group rides, the Ksyrium S Disc is designed to stay consistent — not flashy, but dependable in the way that keeps you riding rather than wrenching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTubeless compatibility is built in from the start, not bolted on as an afterthought. That matters because a properly set-up tubeless road tyre changes the experience noticeably — lower pressures without the pinch flat penalty, better compliance over road texture, and a more planted feel through corners. The Ksyrium S Disc is ready for that setup, and Mavic's tubeless integration has historically been among the more accessible in the category, with well-toleranced bead seats that make the initial setup less of a fight. Two driver body options — HG11 for Shimano and SRAM 11-speed, and XDR for SRAM 12-speed — mean compatibility across most current road groupsets without the need for additional adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc-Specific Rim Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the rim carries no braking duty, its profile is shaped without the compromises that rim-brake designs require. The result is a rim built to balance stiffness, weight, and ride feel on its own terms — not as a byproduct of needing to be a functional braking surface at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless-Ready Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ksyrium S Disc uses a tubeless-compatible rim bed with a sealed profile designed to hold a bead without requiring excessive tyre pressure during setup. 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At 80mm deep, this is Mavic's most aggressive road wheel depth — designed for time trialists, triathletes, and road racers chasing top-end velocity on circuits and out-and-back courses where wind resistance is the primary enemy. The wheelset arrives complete with Mavic's Yksion Pro SSC tubular tires already mounted, a Grip Link compound up front for steering precision and a Power Link compound at the rear for efficient power transfer, so the setup from box to road is as direct as it gets for a tubular build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Fairing, Aluminum Brake Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cosmic Carbone 80 uses a construction approach that separates it from full-carbon rim brake wheels: a carbon outer fairing bonded to an aluminum rim and braking surface. The carbon shell delivers the 80mm aero profile and keeps weight reasonable, while the aluminum brake track solves the two problems that made early deep-section carbon rim brake wheels difficult to trust — heat management under sustained hard braking and consistent feel in wet conditions. Descending at speed on an aluminum brake track feels predictable and progressive in a way that all-carbon rim brake surfaces often don't. For riders who want maximum aerodynamic depth without compromising their confidence on technical descents, the hybrid construction is a deliberate engineering choice, not a compromise. The front rim weighs 725g; the rear weighs 915g, for a combined wheelset weight of approximately 1,640g without the tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFTS-L Hub and QRM+ Bearings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear hub runs Mavic's FTS-L (Freehub Tension \u0026amp; Speed-L) system, a pawl-based freehub designed for fast, reliable engagement and straightforward serviceability. The freehub body ships in your choice of Campagnolo (11-speed compatible) or Shimano\/SRAM HG11 configuration. Front hub bearings are Mavic's QRM+ precision sealed cartridge system — sealed against contamination and designed for long service intervals with minimal maintenance. The spoke count is deliberately low: 16 bladed black spokes in the front wheel and 20 in the rear, each built to 235mm on the non-drive side and 232mm on the drive side. Fewer spokes reduce aerodynamic drag meaningfully at 80mm depth, where the rim itself is doing most of the structural work and the spokes are optimized for minimum cross-sectional area through the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e80mm Depth in Practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 80mm rim depth is a commitment. On a flat TT course or a smooth triathlon bike leg, the Cosmic Carbone 80 cuts through still air faster than any wheel with a shallower profile — the aerodynamic advantage compounds over distance in a way that shallower race wheels can't match. In moderate crosswinds the wheel is manageable but demands attention; in strong, variable gusts it becomes work. Riders using the Cosmic Carbone 80 on the bike leg of an Ironman or on a dedicated TT machine are getting the most from it. On a road race with punchy climbs, technical corners, or unpredictable wind, a wheel in the 40–60mm range offers a better balance. The tubular tire format adds another layer of intentionality — tubular setup takes time and commitment, but rewards riders with a supple, high-performance ride quality and puncture behavior (slow leak rather than catastrophic blow-out) that makes the format the choice of racers who prioritize on-course performance above all else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Wheelset Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mavic Cosmic Carbone 80 Tubular is at home on a dedicated TT or triathlon bike, or on a road bike being set up specifically for flat time trial events. Riders who already run tubulars and understand the format will appreciate the complete package: tires included, hubs proven reliable, and a rim construction that doesn't compromise on braking confidence to achieve maximum rim depth. 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Mavic built the Ellipse for everyday track training and racing rather than purely top-level competitive use, and it sticks with clincher tires specifically because they're faster and more practical to change trackside than tubulars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim uses Mavic's Maxtal aluminum alloy, a proprietary material the brand developed to offer a better strength-to-weight ratio than conventional 6106 aluminum. Rather than the more common pinned or sleeved rim joint, Mavic builds the Ellipse rim with its SUP welding process — the rim joint is arc-welded and then milled smooth, producing a stronger, more consistent joint than a mechanically pinned rim and eliminating the slight flat spot or weak point a pinned joint can leave. The rim runs 30mm deep with a 15mm internal width, a semi-aero profile that holds speed on the track without sacrificing the lateral stability a track wheel needs under constant hard effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear hub is a flip-flop design with double-sided threading, so two cogs can be mounted on the same wheel and swapped simply by flipping the wheel around — useful for track riders who need to change gearing between events without swapping wheels entirely. The hub uses a high-flange design and a wide-dish build, both of which Mavic points to as contributors to the wheel's stiffness, and it spins on QRM+ sealed cartridge bearings that Mavic designed to be field-adjustable rather than a fixed, non-serviceable unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpokes are 20 ultra-bladed stainless steel, laced 2-cross at the rear to help the wheel handle the higher torque loads a fixed-gear drivetrain puts through the rear wheel compared to a freewheel setup. 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Designed for maximum aerodynamic efficiency and elite-level speed, this full carbon disc wheel has long been a staple in professional racing—from time trials to triathlon courses where every watt saved matters. Built around Mavic’s deep aerodynamic expertise, the Comete delivers exceptional airflow management and rolling efficiency for riders focused on outright performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe monocoque carbon construction forms a perfectly smooth disc profile that minimizes turbulence and dramatically reduces aerodynamic drag. By eliminating the airflow disruption created by traditional spoked wheels, the Comete allows riders to maintain higher speeds with less energy expenditure—making it an ideal choice for flat and rolling courses where sustained power output is critical. 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